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THE OPPORTUNITY:
Our Career Opportunity and Management Employment Training (COMET) is the exclusive award-winning, fast track training program of Applied Industrial Technologies for May/June 2023 Graduates and Alumni. COMET is for those who desire a challenging role in the sales and distribution of industrial components. You will learn about the business from the ground up and be part of an organization with a bright future.
Your training program will include 10 months of personalized training and coaching by managers and peers, many of whom started in the same position. You will receive product training and soft skills training in sales, communications, and customer service through one-on-one, small group, web based methods, and on-the-job training. We will introduce you to our sales and operations processes, technology, and strong company culture focused on customer satisfaction, personal mastery, and individual/team contributions.
Our training program, which runs from September through May of each year, has produced sales professionals, local managers, national account managers, regional managers and vice presidents for Applied. Our service center locations are flexible with the date of hire for their COMET associate. They will work with the ideal candidate to find a start date that is mutually beneficial. That means you will not need to wait until September to start a successful career with Applied.
Applied Industrial Technologies is an extensive network of industrial distribution facilities located throughout Canada. We are currently seeking and have an immediate opening for a qualified and motivated individual to fill the position of COMET ASSOCIATE at our Nisku, AB location.
Reporting to the Supply Chain Manager Asset & Logistic, the Comet Associate will learn the key functions of the Supply Chain & Logistic role at a junior level throughout the duration of the discussed rotation. Career trajectory for this associate could be:
- Supply Chain Analyst
- Logistic Analyst
- Logistic Coordinator
- Other role within the Supply Chain
Key Responsibilities:
- Strategically plan and manage logistics, transportation
- Direct, optimize and coordinate full order cycle
- Keep track of quality, quantity, stock levels, delivery times, transport costs and efficiency
- Resolve any arising problems or complaints
- Maintain metrics and analyze data to assess performance and implement improvements
- Comply with laws, regulations and ISO requirements
- Liaise and negotiate with suppliers and manufacturers on any transportation cost aspect
- Diploma or Degree in Supply Chain & Logistic or similar
- Excellent analytical, problem solving and organizational skills
- Ability to work independently and handle multiple projects
- Potential to fill leadership roles in the future
- Competitive compensation and bonus opportunities
- Health, vision, and dental coverage, RRSP w/ company match
- Paid vacation, sick time, and company holidays
- Tuition reimbursement and opportunities for development
- Company supported community involvement opportunities