EMCO Corporation Posted: October 12, 2026
Expires: November 13, 2026

Exciting Career Opportunity for Recent Graduates: Management Development Program Trainee

Launch Your Career. Learn the Business. Lead Your Own Team.

If you’re a new grad who wants more than a desk job — someone excited by supply chain, sales, business development, and entrepreneurship — this is your chance to build a real career from the ground up.

Our Management Development Program is a hands‑on, accelerated path that teaches you how to run a business end to end. You’ll gain practical experience, strong mentorship, competitive compensation, full benefits, and profit sharing — all while preparing to lead your own operation.

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

Job Description
What You’ll Do
As a Management Trainee, you’ll rotate through a structured, four‑phase program designed to give you full visibility into how a successful business operates — from supply chain and operations to sales, leadership, and strategy.

You won’t just observe — you’ll own projects, manage accounts, build customer relationships, and make real business decisions, all with the guidance of experienced leaders across the country.

The Program: Learn the Business From the Inside Out
Duration: 3.5–4 Years
Phase 1: Warehouse and Customer Service (12 Months)
Get hands‑on with the backbone of the business.

Shipping, receiving, and inventory management

Product knowledge and vendor coordination

Customer service and counter sales

Pricing, credit, financial statements, and logistics

Learn how products move from supplier to customer

Phase 2: Customer Relationships & Procurement (12 Months)
Step into problem‑solving and project support.

Build strong customer and vendor relationships

Manage larger projects and complex orders

Read blueprints and develop material quotes

Deliver high‑impact, solutions‑focused service

Phase 3: Account Management and Proactive Sales (15–18 Months)





Identify and win new business opportunities

Negotiate contracts and grow key accounts

Expand market presence and customer partnerships

Learn proactive, strategic selling at a high level

Phase 4: Leadership & Operations (3 Months)
Prepare to run the show.

Lead and mentor a team

Set strategy, vision, and performance goals

Manage operations, profitability, and people

Transition from trainee to business leader

After completing the program, you’ll be ready to step into a Profit Centre Manager role — running your own location like a business owner.

You’ll be responsible for:

Growing sales, profitability, and market share

Hiring, training, coaching, and leading a high‑performing team

Analyzing financials and making strategic decisions

Managing inventory, assets, marketing plans, and purchasing

Building robust community and customer relationships

Ensuring exceptional service, safety, and operational excellence

Qualifications

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

Possess a strong work ethic and a high standard of integrity

Ability to work well independently and in a team setting

Excellent communication skills with the ability to build and maintain strong working relationships with customers, vendors, and teammates

Proficient in Microsoft Office software

Strong interest in sales

Valid driver’s license

Who You Are:

Recent university or college graduates (all disciplines welcome)

Positive attitude, results‑driven mindset, and a desire to learn

Strong leadership, customer service, and organizational skills

Strong work ethic,



integrity, and the ability to work both independently and within a team

Excellent communication skills and the ability to build relationships with customers, vendors, and teammates

Interest in sales and business development

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Valid driver’s license

Why Join EMCO?

Dynamic and Supportive Culture: We work as a team, and we have each other’s backs. You’ll join a passionate, diverse group of individuals who share a common goal: to be the best at what we do.

Nationwide Opportunities: The program may require relocation within Canada, but don’t worry – we offer relocation assistance to help you along the way! With opportunities across the country, your career with EMCO could take you anywhere.

Competitive Salary & Benefits: EMCO offers a comprehensive benefits package, including profit-sharing, to help you thrive both personally and professionally.

If you're ready to make an impact, develop your skills, and build a career in a thriving industry, we’d love to hear from you!

Start your career with EMCO Corporation and discover a world of growth, mentorship, and opportunity!

Additional information
Salary Range: $52,500

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.

EMCO uses third‑party artificial intelligence to assess resumes to facilitate the review of candidates.

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📌 Management Development Trainee (Ontario)
🏢 Brandon University
📍 Ontario