POOLCORP · 3 days ago
Manager in Training - Operations (Central)
Mandeville, LA
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
$60K/yr - $60K/yrPOOLCORP is the world’s leading distributor of outdoor living products, and they are seeking a Manager in Training for their Operations program. This entry-level position offers hands-on training in various areas of the distribution center and prepares individuals for future roles in operations management.
RetailSportsLogisticsLeisureSwimmingWholesale
Responsibilities
Receive hands-on training and perform duties in every area of the distribution center including Operations, Management, and Purchasing
Shadow contractors/builders, service/maintenance, and retail store customers to learn their aspect of the swimming pool, irrigation and landscaping business
Participate in classroom training sessions (lecture, role play and computer lab) at the state-of-the-art EDGEucation Center in Plano, Texas. Topics to include operations, financials, leadership, human capital management and operating systems
Give comprehensive presentation to senior level management for completion of the Operations MIT program at the end of the 6 month program
Other job duties and special operations projects as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree or Associate's degree in Industrial Distribution, Supply Chain Management, Management, Operations or other related discipline with a minimum of 2.5 GPA
Work experience in a leadership and/or problem solving role
Desire and ability to work in a distribution warehouse environment
Results driven, self-starter with the ability to lead and develop a team with rapidly changing priorities. Strong leadership skills are a must!
Possess and demonstrate a motivated, passionate, customer service driven attitude
Willingness and ability to relocate during and after the program (at company expense) for career development opportunities
Ability to travel 25% of the time
Ability to maneuver heavy machinery, such as pallet jacks, forklifts, etc. and lift products up to 75 pounds
Preferred
Bilingual (English/Spanish) a plus
Knowledge of Microsoft Office suite with ability to learn inventory system and additional software
In lieu of work experience, will consider involvement in distribution or supply chain internships, organizations/clubs, volunteer work/community service, athletics or military leadership
Benefits
401k with company match
Health benefits
Wellness program
Education reimbursement
Paid travel
Employee stock
Paid time off
Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Drug coverage with Flexible Spending Accounts and Wellness Programs
13 days of paid time off (PTO) & 8 Paid Holidays (NOTE: PTO increases with tenure!)
100% employer paid Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability Insurance
Paid Parental Leave
Fully Funded Tuition Education Programs
Bonus Programs that include Employee Recognition and Referrals, Summer Madness, and Annual Performance
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Employee Discounts and much more!
Medical, dental and vision care
Company-paid life and long-term disability insurance
Prescription drug coverage
Flexible spending and health savings accounts
401(k) with company match
Employee stock purchase plan
Employee assistance and education reimbursement programs
Company
POOLCORP
POOLCORP leads the pack as the world's largest wholesale distributor of swimming pool supplies
Founded in 1983
5001-10000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$1.1BKey Investors
Berkshire Hathaway
2025-09-02Post Ipo Equity· $1.1B
1995-10-12IPO
Leadership Team
Melanie Hart
Senior Vice President, Chief Financial Officer, and Treasurer
Recent News
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2026-01-07
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