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Leadership Trainee

The Cary Company · Addison, IL · 3 wk ago
On-siteOTHRFull-time

About The Cary Company

The Cary Company is a forward-thinking industrial distribution company committed to excellence in customer experience, innovation, and employee development. Our culture is built on collaboration, integrity, and continuous improvement. We strive to create an environment where employees can thrive and contribute to our mission of providing exceptional products and services.

Position Overview

Join our Future Leadership Program as a Leadership Trainee and gain hands-on experience across core areas of our business. This immersive program is designed to build a strong foundation for a rewarding career in management. If you’re motivated, organized, and eager to grow, this is your opportunity to lead.

Rotational Assignments

  • Customer Relations (4–5 months): Engage directly with customers, understand their needs, and ensure satisfaction

  • Inside Sales (2–3 months): Learn sales strategies, build client relationships, and contribute to revenue goals

  • Quality Assurance (1–2 months): Manage cases and ensure compliance with quality standards

  • Logistics (1–2 months): Gain experience in supply chain management, inventory, and shipping processes

  • Purchasing (1–2 months): Assist in procurement, supplier negotiations, and inventory optimization

  • Warehouse Administration (1 month): Learn operational aspects of order fulfillment and inventory control

  • Additional Options: Accounting, Finance, and Marketing rotations available based on background/skillset

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution

  • Strong academic background with a high GPA

  • Excellent organizational, time management, and communication skills

  • Professional demeanor and collaborative attitude

  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team

  • Passion for learning and leadership development

Benefits & Perks

  • Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

  • Life and Supplemental Insurance

  • Short-Term Incentive Plan

  • Company-Funded Profit Sharing

  • HRA & Cafeteria Plan

  • Seasonal Company-Sponsored Events

  • Work/Life Balance Initiatives

  • Childcare Reimbursement Program

  • 9/80 Scheduling Option (after 1 year)

About Us

Established in 1895, The Cary Company grew from 30 employees in 2005 to over 240 today. We operate in Addison, IL (HQ), Indianapolis, IN, Pittsburgh, PA, Salt Lake City, UT, Jurupa Valley, CA, Livermore, CA, Charlotte, NC. We distribute rigid packaging products and industrial filtration. Recently, we renovated our corporate office/warehouse in Addison. The company is privately owned, focusing on autonomy, connectedness, and confidence in your role.

Culture Highlights

  • Strengths-based approach to leverage what employees enjoy and excel at

  • Structured one-on-one meetings per year (replaces traditional performance reviews)

  • Mentorship and guidance from experienced leaders

  • Committees: Culture Committee and Cary Cares

  • Fun Fridays, Weekly Yoga, and other events (check out our Facebook page!)

  • Core Values: Growth, Positivity, Customer Driven, Spirited Work Ethic, In This Together

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