Job Description

Operations Management Trainee

Kirby Risk is looking for Recent College Graduates as operations management trainees, focusing on branch operations. This extensive 1-year development program will include a combination of exposure to branch management, key operations, sales support, and vendor interactions.

Are you seeking a role that exposes you to a wide range of responsibilities and learning opportunities? Want a company willing to invest in your development? Build your career with Kirby Risk.

Kirby Risk is currently searching for Branch Operation Management Trainees in Indiana (Central, Northern, and Southern). Successful Kirby Risk team members exhibit high levels of commitment, an outstanding work ethic, resourcefulness, willingness to give and receive feedback and an undeniable desire to learn. If you are ready to be rewarded for your hard work in developing these qualities, consider a career with Kirby Risk Electrical Supply.

The KR Distribution Trainee Program
• 1-year program focused on mentoring, coaching and foundational educational courses, and continuous feedback
• Extensive industry-based product training and our service capabilities, operations and logistics
• Immersion in the Kirby Risk customer service sales experience
• Skill building across markets, products, and services
• Exposure to various business units and locations
• Learn, Understand, and Emulate the Kirby Risk Values and Principles

Requirements of a Distribution Trainee candidate:
1. Resides in assigned base location during the program
2. Bachelor’s degree in business, Sales/Marketing, Supply Chain Management, Economics/Finance, or other relevant business degree’s
• Military experience considered in lieu of degree
• 5+ Years of proven sales or customer service experience in lieu of degree
3. Must have a valid driver's license and reliable transportation
1. Travel will be required to assigned locations during and following the program
2. Successful completion of a Capstone project to be defined upon start
6. Willingness to relocate to the assigned Kirby Risk Market location after successful completion of the program

What to Expect in This Role
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. and adapt to varied work environments
• Expect travel up to 40%
• Flexibility to participate in customer/vendor events
• Variable Schedule based on business location requirements

Why Kirby Risk?
Founded in 1926, Kirby Risk is a trusted leader in electrical supply, manufacturing, and mechanical solutions. Our culture is built on hard-working, engaged people who treat each other—and our customers—with respect and urgency.

When you join Kirby Risk, you’re not just taking a job—you’re joining a company where you can build a career.

Benefits That Work for You
We provide a complete package designed to support your health, career, and future:

• Medical, RX, Dental, and Vision insurance
• Life insurance & Employee Assistance Programs
• Tuition reimbursement & on-the-job training
• 401(k) with company match & Profit Sharing
• Paid Time Off (PTO)

Ready to help customers keep their operations running at peak performance? Apply today and grow with Kirby Risk Mechanical Solutions & Services.

How to apply:
To be considered for this position, please apply online: https://www.kirbyrisk.com/careers . Email questions to careers@kirbyrisk.com

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We will acknowledge all resumes received via email and respond to requests for help to complete your application.
Please note: You must have legal status that enables you to work in the U.S. We cannot obtain sponsorship. To be considered for a role, candidates must meet the minimum qualifications.

Equal Opportunity Employer
Please get to know us at www.kirbyrisk.com. or via LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/kirby-risk/

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