Management Trainee

Job Description

Management Trainee | Cintas

The Tone:
This is a full-time management trainee program at Cintas, a publicly held Fortune 500 company headquartered in Cincinnati, OH. Cintas helps over a million businesses of all types and sizes get Ready™ to open their doors with confidence every day by providing products and services that keep their customers’ facilities and employees clean, safe, and looking their best. Offerings include uniforms, mats, mops, towels, restroom supplies, workplace water services, first aid and safety products, eye-wash stations, safety training, fire extinguishers, sprinkler systems, and alarm service. This well-structured program is designed to kickstart a professional career, providing in-depth knowledge through hands-on rotations in various departments like Outside Sales, Production/Warehouse Management, Office Management, and Service Management. The role is critical for developing leadership skills and gaining comprehensive operational experience, ultimately preparing individuals for significant career advancement opportunities within the organization.

The TL;DR
• Role: Management Trainee Program
• Type: Full-time
• Location: In-person, Relocation required

• Team: Rotational program working closely with experienced managers and key leaders across various departments.
• Mission: To cultivate leadership talent and provide comprehensive operational experience to prepare individuals for career advancement within Cintas.
• Tech Stack:

What You’ll Actually Do
• Operations: Rotate through various departments, immersing yourself in the business from a leadership viewpoint.
• Sales: Engage in outside sales activities to promote products and services while building strong customer relationships.
• Customer Service: Provide exceptional customer service by promptly addressing inquiries and resolving issues.
• Data Analysis: Analyze sales data and contribute to making informed business decisions.
• Project Collaboration: Collaborate with key leaders on diverse projects related to sales management and operational efficiency.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Entry-level professional seeking to develop leadership capabilities, with a Bachelor’s degree, or actively pursuing and will obtain one within six months.
• Experience: Must be at least 21 years of age, possess an active driver’s license, and be able to obtain a DOT medical certification prior to employment. Additionally, qualified candidates must provide documentation regarding their previous employment to comply with DOT requirements for driving a regulated vehicle weighing more than 10,000 lbs.
• Skills: Ability to engage in outside sales, provide exceptional customer service by addressing inquiries and resolving issues promptly, and analyze sales data to assist in making informed business decisions.
• Bonus: Preferred qualifications include prior co-op or internship experience in a customer service, sales, production, or administrative role. Candidates with a business or otherwise related academic major are highly valued, as is demonstrated leadership or management experience through campus roles or related extracurricular activities. A willingness to relocate regionally during, or at the end of, the program is also a significant advantage.