Full-Time MBA Leadership Development | 18-24 Months
Locations: TX, PA, AZ, CA,UT, OH,MI,NY,AR
The Opportunity
The MBA Leadership Development Program is a two year rotational experience designed to accelerate the development of high-potential MBA graduates into impactful leadership roles. Participants gain hands-on experience in Branch Operations, Sales, M&A, and Supply Chain & Distribution Strategy while building the foundation for future roles in multi-branch field management and enterprise leadership.
This program is ideal for individuals passionate about driving growth in the building products distribution industry and who thrive in dynamic, customer-focused, cross-functional environments.
About the Program
Duration: 18-24 months
Format: 3-4 Rotations across key business areas
Focus Areas: Operations including sales, supply chain, safety, operations, finance and more
Rotation 1: Branch Immersion (Months 1–3)
- Hands-on experience in branch operations, safety, and customer service
- Exposure to inventory, logistics, and P&L basics
- Direct engagement with contractor customers
Rotation 2: Sales & Supply Chain (Months 4–18)
Two core rotations (~7 months each):
Regional Sales Manager – Commercial, Sales, National Accounts, Credit, & Product Regional Supply Chain & Distribution – Pricing strategy, vendor relations, fleet, and fulfillment strategy.
Rotation 3: Marketing, Digital, Finance, Real Estate, Fleet, etc. (Month 19)
Rotation 4: Strategic Planning & Business Transformation + Capstone Project (Months 20–24)
- Work directly with a Regional Manager or Regional Vice President, gaining visibility into multi-branch leadership and decision-making at scale.
- Lead a high-visibility capstone project (examples: growth strategy, operational efficiency, customer experience innovation) that integrates learning from prior phases.
- Present outcomes and recommendations to the executive leadership team at program completion.
Placement: Upon successful completion, transition into a Regional Manager role.
Program Requirements
- MBA degree completed (or final year with internship pathway).
- 2-3 years of prior experience in operations, supply chain, sales, or commercial roles (distribution or industrial preferred).
- Demonstrated leadership potential with the ability to inspire and manage teams.
- Strong analytical, communication, and collaboration skills.
- Comfortable with ambiguity and fast-paced environments.
- Willingness to travel and relocate for rotational or permanent assignments.
- Ability to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.
Role & Responsibilities
- Gain hands-on experience inbranch operations, sales, supply chain, and enterprise functions through structured rotations.
- Build strong relationships with customers, branch teams, and cross-functional partners to understand the drivers of success in wholesale distribution.
- Take ownership of projects and assignments that deliver measurable business impact in growth, efficiency, and customer experience.
- Develop the skills to lead people, manage P&L performance, and drive operational excellence across multiple locations.
- Partner with executive mentors and program sponsors for coaching, feedback, and career guidance.
- Participate in formal leadership development aligned to companies vision and values.
- Present outcomes and insights to senior leadership, gaining visibility and preparing for future leadership roles.
Leadership Development
- Executive Mentorship
- Formal Leadership Programming anchored in SRS’s seven leadership competencies.
- Quarterly Coaching Checkpoints with HR and program sponsors.
- High-Visibility Projects and presentations to the executive committee.
- Networking & Cohort Experience with peer program members across the enterprise.
What You’ll Gain
- A broad-based understanding of industrial distribution, leadership, sales strategy, and operational excellence.
- Skills to manage teams, drive sales growth, and lead P&L performance.
- A career path designed to accelerate readiness for Field Management roles overseeing 30+ branches.
- Competitive salary, benefits, and relocation support.
- An inclusive environment built on SRS’s mission to Make Money, Have Fun, and Give Back.
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Equal Opportunity Employer.
Veteran Friendly Employer. SRS Distribution believes in hiring military veterans at any level for any position. We know your service trained you in many of the areas we value, such as; leadership, teamwork, performance, integrity, and safety. If your experience matches our requirements, we want you to apply today.
