Management Development Program - Industrial

New Graduate Opportunity

We are currently hiring full‑time Management Development Program Trainees. With over 115 years of experience, EMCO Corporation is a leading national wholesale distributor of plumbing, HVAC, waterworks, and industrial products to the construction industry. We provide quality and cutting‑edge products that help support residential, commercial, and infrastructure initiatives across Canada.

At EMCO Corporation, we are committed to providing sustainable solutions to our customers and communities. Our talented and passionate team members are the key to our success. We empower our team members to act like owners and make a difference within our business through striving for innovation and providing excellence in customer service.

EMCO Corporation is one of Canada’s largest integrated wholesale distributors of plumbing, HVAC, waterworks, and industrial products for the construction industry. We have endless opportunities for you to grow and develop in your career and a culture that prides itself in supporting you every step of the way!

• Great mentors and on‑the‑job training
• Growth potential with competitive salary, benefits, and profit sharing
• A career with a solid, stable company with strong core values
• Participation in our pension plan with employer contributions
• Work‑life harmony

Base Salary – $52,500 per year + profit sharing.

We are currently seeking new or recent graduates to join our Management Development Program. This is a full‑time, salaried position with a comprehensive benefits package and the opportunity to earn profit sharing.

Please note that successful candidates may be required to relocate within Canada to complete their training. Relocation assistance will be provided. We have opportunities available across the country.

As a Management Trainee, you will progress through a 4‑phase program to learn every aspect of how our business operates – from shipping and receiving, counter sales, operations management to employee development and more. You will develop a sales territory, provide world‑class customer service, and receive guidance, mentoring, and support from current managers and teammates both regionally and nationwide to build a successful management career at EMCO.

Phase 1 – 12 months:
Warehouse and Customer Service – Build product knowledge and gain hands‑on experience with logistics, customer service, counter sales, order management, inventory and pricing controls, credit management, and financial statements.

Phase 2 – 12 months:
Customer Relationships and Procurement – Transition from customer service to managing large‑scale projects, building vendor relationships, and creating material quotes from blueprint drawings.

Phase 3 – 15–18 months:
Account Management and Proactive Sales – Focus on business development, identify new business opportunities, sell products, negotiate contracts, and expand the customer base.

Phase 4 – 3 months:
Leadership and Operations – Lead a team, mentor others, and run the business by developing leadership competencies, coaching, mentoring, and setting vision and strategy.

Upon completion, you will be ready to take on the challenge of being a manager at one of our Canadian Profit Center locations.

• University degree or college diploma – all disciplines of study will be considered
• Positive attitude and results‑oriented mindset
• Desire to continuously learn and grow
• Excellent leadership, customer service, and organizational skills
• Strong work ethic and high standard of integrity
• Ability to work well independently and in a team setting
• Excellent communication skills and ability to build strong relationships with customers, vendors, and teammates
• Proficient in Microsoft Office software
• Strong interest in sales
• Valid driver’s license

EMCO is an equal‑opportunity employer and is committed to maintaining a discrimination, harassment, and barrier‑free workplace where all employees can contribute to their fullest potential. EMCO is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion in our workplaces. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications, without regard to race, colour, creed, place of origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, religion, family or parental status, or any other characteristic protected by the law.

We welcome applications from all minority group members, women, Aboriginal persons, persons with disabilities, members of sexual minority groups, neurodiversity, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas.