Accelerated Management Program Associate - Operations

About the role

Daikin is seeking students graduating December 2026 – May 2027 for its Accelerated Management Program (AMP) at the Cherry Hill, NJ branch. The twelve‑month program offers hands‑on experience across Branch Operations and Outside Sales tracks, providing exposure to counter sales, warehouse operations, inside/showroom sales, leadership development, pricing/inventory management, customer relationship building, business development, prospecting, and a training visit to the Houston corporate campus.

Responsibilities

• Counter Sales: work face‑to‑face with customers, gain product knowledge, learn systems and processes
• Warehouse: hands‑on experience with products, including shipping and receiving materials
• Inside/Showroom Sales: develop daily skills needed to become a successful branch leader while building relationships with customers and the sales force
• Develop leadership skills
• Provide accurate pricing and inventory information
• Develop and maintain relationships with customers and internal teams
• Outside Sales Focus: drive business development and prospecting in an assigned territory
• Manage customer priorities: ensure quick response times, on‑site solutions, and on‑time complete delivery
• Learn to manage all sales functions for existing and prospective customers
• Houston Training: visit corporate location in Houston, TX to network with corporate leaders and support teams
• Focus on new business development, meet sales goals, and build relationships with key stakeholders

Requirements

• Expected graduation: December 2026 – May 2027
• Minimum 3.0 GPA (overall and major)
• Ability to perform essential responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodations
• Long‑term flexibility in location within the region; willingness to relocate for career opportunities upon program completion
• Reports to Manager, Branch

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Management, Marketing, Sales, Entrepreneurial Studies (or a related field)

Skills

• Excellent verbal and written communication
• Ability to motivate and manage teams effectively (leadership)
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills
• Ability to make informed and timely decisions
• Efficient time management and task prioritization
• Effective negotiation skills for contracts, partnerships, and conflict resolution
• Strong interpersonal skills to build relationships with team members, stakeholders, and clients
• Adaptability to changing environments and handling unexpected challenges
• Technical proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, project management tools, and ERP systems
• Financial acumen: understanding budgets, financial statements, and cost analysis
• Customer focus: understanding needs and ensuring satisfaction

Pay

$27.79 – $33.00 per hour