Summary Job title: Profit Center Trainee Job ID: 202480600005 Department: Searcy - KPE Location: AR-Searcy Description Summary: Feeling like you're not in the right career? Or maybe you're just starting your journey and want to make sure you're on the right path? At Keathley Patterson, we're committed to helping individuals like you find their fit, because we believe the right job can make a world of difference. What's the opportunity? We're offering a chance to fast-track your career, make an impact on your local Searcy community, and explore the many opportunities within our business! We're not just looking for someone to fill a position - we're looking for someone who's driven, enthusiastic, and ready to take their career to the next level. Keathley Patterson partners with manufacturerers, machine builders and the people that perform the magic to make stuff…make stuff. At Keathley Patterson, we are focused on building strong manufacturers, because manufacturing builds strong communities. Don't worry if you're new to the industrial or manufacturing industry; our team is ready to guide you every step of the way. We have a variety of opportunities available ranging from sales, logistics, operations, project management, management, to just name a few! Supercharge your career today by joining the Keathley Patterson Searcy team! Why Keathley Patterson? By joining Keathley Patterson, you're joining a team that values growth, success, and community impact. We offer a competitive salary, profit sharing, and a benefits package. There are also opportunities for professional development and advancement. Plus, you'll have the chance to play a significant role in shaping the future of an industry. Keathley Patterson is owned by CED a privately held company with more than 700 locations. What we're looking for: We're looking for someone who is interested in taking their career to the next level or starting their career off right! You are looking for more than just a job, you are looking for a fulfilling career. We need a go-getter, someone ready to take the initiative, and who is comfortable working independently. You've got to be driven, with a knack for setting and smashing targets. If you put in the work, you will be rewarded. Empowering our team members is a top priority! Strong communication skills are helpful - we're talking about verbal, written, and even presentation skills. If you're ready to learn, we're ready to teach. And while a degree in Business, Marketing, Engineering, or a related field would be great, it's definitely not a deal-breaker. Ready to apply? Keathley Patterson is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are fully committed to creating an inclusive environment for all. Can't wait to hear from you! PREFERRED SKILL & TRAITS: · Problem Solving Skills · Self-Motivated · Competitive · Team Player · Desire to Succeed · Strong Interpersonal & Communication Skills · Superior Leadership skills Reports to: Profit Center Manager Minimum Qualifications: Authorization to work in the United States. Willingness to undergo a background check. Preferred Qualifications: Relevant Experience. Drive, determination, grit, and a great attitude - a team player. Working Conditions: This job operates in a professional office environment and warehouse conditions. This role routinely uses standard office equipment. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; handle products, pick orders, reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; talk on the phone or speak with customers in person. The employee must occasionally lift or move office products and supplies, up to 20 pounds. Warehouse environment and outdoor conditions including sometimes extreme hot/cold temperatures. Deliveries in all weather conditions including during extreme hot/cold, rain and other seasonal conditions. Supervisory Responsibilities: No Essential Job Functions: Office and Sales Roles + Provides outstanding customer service to all current and potential customers, mainly via telephone and internet + Writes orders with accuracy and in accordance to all sales policies and procedures + Maintain current customer base + Meet established monthly sales goals + Communicates and cooperates with outside sales force and/or other departments + Communicate process improvement ideas + Timely follow-up on all customer orders, quotes, and open purchase orders + Maintains up-to-date awareness with new and existing products and services Warehouse/Logistics Roles + Deliver company materials to customers in a professional manner + Effectively and professionally meet and communicate with the public + Drive, automatic transmission vehicle (safely & legally, driving violations may jeopardize your position as a driver) + Shipping and receiving duties; including loading and unloading trucks + Read customer orders, work orders, shipping orders to determine items to picked, packed, distributed or shipped/transferred + Move materials and items from receiving or storage areas to shipping or to other designated areas. + Sort and place materials or items on racks, shelves or in bins according to predetermined sequence + Assemble customer orders from stock and place orders on pallets or shelves, or relocate orders to a holding area or shipping department + Use computer and RF guns to manage sales orders, inventory and enter information into business management system + Participate in cycle counting of physical inventory + Open boxes and other containers + Operate wire cutter to cut wire according to customer orders + Operate forklift in warehouse setting + Sweep, dust and mop. Organize warehouse and work area for orderliness at all times + Ensure warehouse is accessible and safe for salespeople and customer traffic + Assist customers at will call and walk-ins as required CED is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Disability | Veteran Other Compensation: The following additional compensation may be applicable for this position: + Profit Sharing Benefits: Benefits available for this position are: + Insurance - Medical, Dental, Vision Care for full-time positions + Disability Insurance + Life Insurance + 401(k) + Paid Sick Leave + Paid Holidays + Paid Vacation + Health Savings Account (HSA) and matching