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Waterworks Sales & Operations Trainee


Company : WolseleyCanada


Location : Ottawa, Ontario


Created : 2025-06-05


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

At Wolseley Canada, our leading-edge is the knowledge and insight found in every corner of our organization. Here, youll build strong relationships and support critical industries that touch the lives of Canadians. Every day, we show up with intention and pride; in ourselves, our associates, and our customers. Youll have a solid foundation to try new things, uncover new possibilities, challenge yourself, and grow your career. Does this sound like somewhere youd like to be?Wolseley Canada is the leading wholesale distributor of plumbing, HVAC/R, waterworks and industrial products in the country and working here means, a network of possibilities, a place you are valued and a higher standard.Join the Pros!WW Sales & Operations TraineeOur future leaders start here. As a Waterworks Sales and Operations Trainee, your development will be hands-on. Youll learn this exciting business from the ground up.Wolseley Waterworks (a division of Wolseley Canada) is a national leader in providing waterworks products and services to municipal, heavy construction water, and wastewater sectors. We have over 30 full-service Waterworks-dedicated branches across Canada.We are proud that our team members are known for their technical knowledge, expertise and efficient customer service. Every day, public and private water authorities, utility contractors, public works/line contractors and heavy highway contractors count on Wolseley Waterworks for our customer-centric solutions.Our training experience provides you with all the skills necessary for a successful career in sales and operations. After you complete the training program, you can count on a career trajectory that you can shape!Whats in it for you?Be a part of a national training program that has a proven track record of helping trainees establish their careerCareer opportunities with significant growth potentialThe support you need to succeed, including formal discussions to review your goals, performance, and growth potentialDevelop foundational skills for what it takes to be successful in our industryWe will coach and mentor you on how to have a thriving career in salesEstablish relationships essential to growing our business - and your successCompetitive salary, comprehensive benefits, company matched defined contribution pension plan, and potential for profit-sharing bonus3 weeks paid vacationWhat will you do:Rotate through the warehouse, counter, and inside sales job rolesAttend training sessions, workshops, and mentoring meetings to enhance sales skills and product knowledge.Complete all learning elements (eLearning & hands-on)Focus on sales process, product knowledge, leadership development, and related topics, aligning to our businessJob shadow with salespeople and subject matter expertsWhat will you bring:Must be willing to relocatePost Secondary Diploma/Degree in a relevant discipline:Business (SupplyChain/Commerce/Marketing), Trades (Plumbing/HVAC/Construction), Humanities (Psychology/Sociology)A dedication to continual learning with an aim to succeedResults-oriented attitudeStrong communication and interpersonal skillsCareer ambitious and able to envision long term career growthSales experience such as retail or wholesale considered an assetAny second language, not required, but an assetAbility to thrive in a fast-paced environment and can balance multiple prioritiesMust hold a valid driver's license with access to a vehicleMust be able to lift 50 lbsSteel-toed boots (reimbursable up to $200 with receipt)Each resume submitted gets individually reviewed by our team and retained for 24 months if other new and exciting opportunities arise that match your skills and qualifications.Please note: This position requires the result of a satisfactory criminal record check. A record under the Criminal Code and/or other federal offence record(s) does not automatically mean you will be ineligible for the position. #J-18808-Ljbffr