Berry Companies, Inc. in Wichita, KS is an administrative support group that provides IT, accounting, data processing, payroll, insurance, marketing and financial services to each of its operating divisions. Our eight divisions are engaged in the distribution of Bobcat®, Komatsu®, Hyster® & Yale® construction or material handling equipment.

The ideal candidate will want to learn the construction equipment distribution business and how to perform all branch functions. This job requires flexibility and 100% travel for the duration of the program. Upon completion of the program, the successful candidate will have the opportunity to move into a leadership position, or a support role in any of our 7 Bobcat divisions. Timeline for the program will be approximately 9-10 months.

This position will be training within our Bobcat divisions. Bobcat of The Rockies, Bobcat of North Texas, White Star Machinery, KC Bobcat, Bobcat of Houston, Bobcat of Indy and Bobcat of Atlanta.

Responsibilities:

• Duties will be diverse and short-term

• Customer service – manages difficult or emotional situations; responds promptly to user needs; responds promptly to requests for service and assistance; meets commitments

• Professionalism – approaches others in a tactful manner; reacts well under pressure; treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships

• Problem Solving – identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; gathers and analyzes information skillfully; develops alternative solutions

• Adaptability – manages competing demands

• Oral communication – speaks clearly and tactfully in positive or negative situations; listens and gets clarifications when needed; responds well to questions

• Quality management – demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; looks for ways to improve and promote quality

• Organizational support – follows policies and procedures; completes administrative tasks correctly and on time; uses company-owned equipment and materials properly and according to company guidelines

• Judgement – displays willingness to make decisions; exhibits sound and accurate judgment; makes timely decisions with minimum of supervision

• Planning/organizing – uses time efficiently

• Dependability – follows instructions, responds to management direction; takes responsibility for own actions; keeps commitments

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree is required – emphasis in business is helpful but not necessary

• High potential – general intelligence and emotional intelligence coupled with common sense and desire for shared success

• Flexibility – multiple assignments in various positions and stores in an ever-changing environment and timeline

• Self-starter, motivated to work independently while being a team player

• Enjoy working in a fast-paced and ever-changing environment

• Willingness to take on responsibilities and challenges

• Team player – capable of establishing and maintaining relationships with customers, vendors, peers and leaders

• A sense of urgency and ability to prioritize completing tasks

• Bilingual English/Spanish is helpful but not required

Physical Requirements: Varies depending on current assignment – minimal to very heavy

• Frequently climbing in and out of equipment, on and off of a trailer and truck bed, in and out of machines

• Frequently working with balance on unprotected heights – trailer, truck bed, etc.

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

• Ability to tolerate weather extremes

Benefits:

• Health and Dental Insurance

• Critical Care and Accident Insurance

• 401K Plan

• Profit Sharing

• Bonus Program

• Short and Long-term Disability

• Company Paid Life Insurance

• Employee Assistance Program

• Christmas Savings Program

• Paid Vacation and Flex Time

• Paid Training

• Many opportunities for advancement (We prefer to promote from within)

• Family friendly company

We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination/harassment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.