Operations Leadership Trainee

This is a leadership development position for college graduates. The Operations Leadership Trainee will participate in a variety of focused developmental activities, assignments, and rotations over 24 months to prepare for a professional role at HOLT. During this period, the incumbent will develop understanding and skills to lead and influence within the Values Based Leadership (VBL) culture using Holt’s leadership language, tools, models, and processes. This includes demonstrating versatility in learning, modeling, teaching, and measuring the impact of their interactions over time. The Leadership Associate will build interdependent and highly functional relationships with individuals and teams throughout the operations division that will enable success in a longer-term position identified upon completion of the 24-month rotation. In the event the Leadership Trainee fails to perform, or no position is available after completion of the program, he or she will be separated from the company.

Responsibilities

• Model, promote, reinforce, and reward the consistent use of HOLT’s Values Based Leadership (VBL) tools, models, and processes to ensure alignment with our Vision, Values, and Mission
• Rotate through multiple departments and assignments; successfully identify area(s) of highest and best use
• Develop strong, positive relationships at all levels across the enterprise
• Demonstrate personal adaptability and understanding of VBL culture, including use of language, tools, models, and processes
• Comply with all company policies, procedures, and standards including time and attendance expectations
• Work safely at all times and adhere to all applicable safety policies
• Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or other relevant focus is required
• Strong self-management skills: Exhibits high self-awareness and adaptability for required feedback gathering, behavioral adaptability, on-going self-management, and continual growth and development in a VBL culture
• Demonstrated influencing capability: High level of adaptability required to effectively perform in diverse and changing conditions
• Problem-solving expertise: Problem identification and resolution including alternative strategies and management of resources, constraints, and contingencies
• Planning expertise: Ability to understand and integrate the enterprise strategic business plan into departmental operational planning and processes
• Technical expertise: Professional knowledge, skills, and experience in relevant industries and positional roles

Supervisory Responsibilities

One-year rotation with supervisory responsibilities, including but not limited to:

• Interviewing, hiring, and training employees
• Planning, assigning, and directing work
• Coaching and development
• Appraising performance
• Rewarding and disciplining employees
• Addressing complaints and resolving problems

Travel

Limited travel required to visit stores throughout the territory, primarily day trips.

Physical Requirements

• General office and shop requirements with some lifting up to 50 lbs.
• Sitting for 90 continuous minutes
• Alternating standing and squatting
• Periodic walking in both indoor and outdoor conditions on and off-campus

Work Environment

• General office and shop environments
• Some hazardous conditions requiring job safety analysis prior to starting work
• May involve outdoor work in hot, cold, or wet weather conditions