Financial Management Trainee

Make a difference.

As a Trainee, you will have the opportunity to prepare for a functional or managerial role in an assigned specialty area of the Company by completing rotational assignments, and gaining work experience and exposure to various functions and business units throughout the Company.

In this role you will:

• Successfully complete rotational assignments in assigned specialty area, gaining knowledge of and exposure to various aspects of the business.
• Perform specific, assigned job duties in assigned specialty area.
• Gain a working knowledge of all responsibilities and duties of assigned specialty area.
• Complete assigned training and development activities and educational programs in an accurate and timely manner. Provide feedback to manager on ways to improve training.
• Participate in special projects and meet tight and changing deadlines as required.
• Learn the fundamentals of the Company's business, and demonstrate proficiency in assigned specialty area.
• Research, discuss, and recommend best practices for assigned specialty area.
• Develop an understanding of the continuous improvement process and participate in various initiatives.

What you bring to the table:

• High School Diploma or GED required
• 4 year degree may be preferred depending on assigned specialty area
• Knowledge of the wholesale distribution industry
• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite
• Understanding of continuous improvement techniques and practices
• Oral and written communication skills
• Interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively with all levels within the organization and in a team-based environment
• Ability to work effectively with external customers, suppliers, and vendors if required in assigned specialty area
• Analytical, conceptual, and problem solving skills
• Planning, organizational and time management skills with the ability to set priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced working environment
• Leadership skills with the ability to mentor and supervise others
• Ability to be self-motivated, business oriented, flexible, and accountable
• Ability to relocate, depending on assigned specialty area

Work Shift and Hours: Monday - Friday, standard business hours, in office

Compensation Details: The expected pay rate for this position is starting at $25.00 per hour depending on experience.

The Value of Graybar:

At Graybar, we are known for our comprehensive benefits and our employee stock ownership plan! Most regular, full-time employees at Graybar may be eligible for a variety of benefits like:

• Multiple plan options for Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Drug benefits.

• Life Insurance coverage for you and options for your family.

• Save on expenses with Flexible Spending Accounts.

• Enjoy our Disability Benefits at no cost to you.

• Share in our success with Profit Sharing Plans.

• 401(k) Savings Plan with company match to help secure your future.

• Paid Vacation & Sick Days to spend time away from work or in case of an illness.

• Rest and recharge during our Paid Holidays throughout the year.

• Take advantage of our Paid Wellness Day to focus on preventive care and prioritize your health.

• Volunteer with Community Time Off to give back to the community.

• Predictable Work Schedules to plan your life: no weekends or nights for most roles.

• Celebrate your and others' achievements with our Employee Recognition Program.

• Reach your career goals with our Educational Reimbursement and Career Development Programs.

• And More Perks that support your well-being and career growth.

Benefit eligibility may vary across locations and roles, so be sure to check in with your recruiter for more information.

Why should you join Graybar?

At Graybar, our employees are the heart and soul of our company. We believe that employees with diverse perspectives bring the ideas and innovative thinking we need to solve our biggest challenges and compete in an ever-changing world. Consistent with our values, we welcome people from all backgrounds, cultures and experiences into our company because we believe it's the right thing to do and the right way to run our business.

We want each of our employees to know that they matter and to feel a sense of belonging, ownership and inclusion at Graybar. We believe that everyone should be treated with dignity and respect, and we work to build a collaborative environment where our employees have the opportunity to grow, learn and make a difference, both as individuals and as part of the team.

That's what our employee ownership culture is all about: working as one team and moving forward together, while honoring the unique value each person brings to our company.

Apply now and find out what's next for you.

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