Management Trainee (Sales)

Company Description
With over 100 years of experience, Sika is a specialty chemicals company with a globally leading position in the development and production of systems and products for bonding, sealing, damping, reinforcing, and protection in the building sector and automotive industry. Sika has subsidiaries in 103 countries around the world and, in over 400 factories, produces innovative technologies for customers worldwide. In doing so, it plays a crucial role in enabling the transformation of the construction and vehicle industries toward greater environmental compatibility. With more than 33,000 employees, the company generated sales of CHF 11.2 billion in 2023.
We are looking for a management trainee to help us develop and implement our growth strategies. This position is best suited for candidates who want to gain valuable experience towards a managerial role with advancement potential.
To be successful as a Management Trainee, you should have superb attention to detail and be able to promptly identify problems. Outstanding candidates will have great leadership, problem solving, and interpersonal skills.

The Journey:
During your 18 months traineeship, you’ll learn how to identify and apply important strategies and business processes. You’ll get to learn about our company’s functions and operations, and you’ll support our management team with daily tasks. Throughout, you will develop strong problem-solving, communication and people management skills. Additionally, you will participate in formal training courses.
This trainee program is designed to fast-track the development of high-potential young individuals and prepare them for future leadership positions within the Sika organization. Development components shall include: rotational assignments including cross country projects/training/seminars; mentorship to help navigate daily challenges; formal training sessions/ workshops/seminars to develop essential skills such as leadership, communication, problem-solving, and project management; Job rotation & project deployment to gain hands-on experience and apply the skills and knowledge in a practical setting; networking to expand professional connections; and opportunity to work and be coached by Sika Senior Managers.
If this opportunity excites you, we’d like to hear from you!

[What does the management trainee do?]
Management trainees will rotate to different/within company departments (between sales, operations, and customer service) to learn all company functions, policies, and staff duties. They will start to a journey to become a sales professional to strategic planning and help evaluate employee and department performance (e.g. analyzing, writing reports).

[Management Trainee Responsibilities]
Completing all assigned tasks and assisting with day-to-day operations.
Participating in meetings, workshops, and other learning opportunities.
Preparing documents and updating records
Traveling to different offices and participating in daily operations as required.
Help managers complete daily tasks (e.g. implementing new policies)
Understand each department’s (e.g. Marketing, Sales) daily processes and goals
Provide administrative support (e.g. data entry)
Get familiar with personnel duties
Participate in company’s strategic planning
Help managers in evaluating performance (e.g. writing reports, analyzing data)
Keep track of business revenue
Research ways to increase profitability and lower risk
Create and give presentations
Observing and learning from experienced staff members.
Gaining knowledge of company policies, protocols, and processes.

We’re looking for young, committed talents with:
Bachelor’s or master’s degree in chemical/construction/Industry Engineering.
2-4 years of working experience in relevant or similar capacity (as of 15 August 2024 - commencement date of Management Trainee Program 2024)
Confident and positive team player with eagerness to learn.
Passionate with a drive to succeed, and proactive.
Strong command of English, and excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal skills with the ability to present complex data in a clear and concise manner.
Excellent analytical, computational ability, problem-solving, and project management skills.
Proficiency in data analysis tools and software, including advanced Excel skills, SQL, and familiarity with BI tools
Multicultural exposure and strong adaptability with desire for international travel
The desire to grow and develop with a company on a long-term scale
Comprehensive and advanced knowledge of MS Office, digital native