Management Trainee

Job Title : Management Trainee - Full Time

Job Purpose

The objective is to develop a foundation of Cintas business knowledge and leadership skills while working hands on with partners to prepare the Management Trainee for critical leadership roles within Cintas. This is a rotational leadership program where the management trainee will move from department to department to be exposed and learn important business practices from the ground floor. During these rotations, they will work on additional projects to ensure they have a sustainable impact in their area of focus.

Responsibilities

Orientation

Gain an understanding and working knowledge of Cintas culture, policies and procedures, Code of Conduct, and Cintas business divisions.

Office / HR Rotation

Gain knowledge and understanding of the following : audit procedures, SAP system, financial statements, turnover, accounts receivable, customer service, accounts payable, safety, hiring process, communication, performance management, employment practices, administrative responsibilities, new account setup, and staff meeting protocols.

Service Rotation

Gain knowledge and understanding of the following : route procedures and structure, customer interaction, customer service, service Key Performance Indicators, goodwill practices, reporting, and service training practices.

Production Rotation

Gain knowledge and understanding of the following : plant technology, production processes, compliance procedures and requirements, plant key performance indicators and production partner performance reviews for all production positions.

Sales Rotation

Gain knowledge and understanding of the following : Requirement Based Sales process and techniques, new account onboarding and installation, SAP and Microsoft Dynamics, familiarity with all products and how to present those to customers, how to phone block and cold call, sales key performance indicators, and exposure to hands on selling in the field.

Six Sigma Rotation

Have a basic understanding of the following : company process improvement strategies, Greenbelt Training, project based assignments, and help create innovative sustainable processes throughout the location.

Management Rotation

Have a basic understanding of the following : management positions within the location and Cintas, the progressive discipline process, conflict resolution, executive acumen, partner performance review process, staff and training meetings, and how to lead partners and manage the business.

All Other Duties

Perform all other duties as assigned, including carrying out responsibilities, performing duties, using skills and working in conditions necessary to perform all assigned tasks.

Behavioral Skills

Teamwork and Collaboration

Works cooperatively as part of a team and collaboratively with peers, internally and externally. Specifically, values others' input; for example, actively bringing people together around a specific problem.

Earning Trust

Acts consistently in a trustworthy manner. Earning trust includes, when necessary, taking personal or career risks to act in a way that is consistent with one’s own values. It generally produces a reputation for ethics, integrity and credibility. Specifically, acts on values; for example, acting on values when it is difficult to do so (e.g., recalling a product when it would be possible to avoid doing so).

Attention to Detail

Manages, tracks and attends to multiple pieces of information, bringing order and clarity. Specifically, monitors others' work; for example, checking to ensure that procedures are followed.

Analytical Thinking

Thinks through issues by separating out the parts of the problem or situation and thinking things through systematically. Applies judgement on the basis of evidence and reasoning. Specifically, sees multiple relationships; for example, identifying several likely causes or consequences of a situation.

Adaptability

Responds to differences and changes in the internal or external context, taking a flexible approach to reach business outcomes. Specifically, tries new ways to do things; for example, coming up with alternative methods or ways of working.

Technical Skills

Writing skills

Uses clear and effective writing skills without supervision and provides technical guidance when required on expressing ideas, requesting actions and formulating plans or policies.

Presentation skills

Communicates with other people without requiring supervision and provides technical guidance when required on speaking in a clear, concise and compelling manner.

Planning and Organizing

Works without supervision and provides technical guidance when required on planning, organizing, prioritizing and overseeing activities to efficiently meet business objectives

Computer skills

Supports business processes without supervision by understanding and effectively using standard office equipment and standard software packages, while providing technical guidance as needed.

Education

General Education

Four year degree required, business degree preferred.

Experience

General Experience

Attendance is an essential function of the job