What are the responsibilities and job description for the Steel and Pipe Supply Apprenticeship Program - 2026 position at Steel and Pipe Supply?
Position Description:
This position will work with multiple department leaders and teams to understand and learn the day-to-day operations of our business in preparation for stepping into a future position with Steel and Pipe Supply. Our ideal candidate will have a track record of team leadership, excellent critical thinking skills, and an adaptable mindset.
Please note: This position should be open to travel & possible relocation opportunities if they present themselves. This position is designed to build leaders within our organization as we continue to grow our business in both existing and new markets across the country.
Primary Responsibilities:
This position will hold a designated time period (30-60 days) of general company training. From there, rotations will be assigned & designated with a timeline to assist in learning every aspect of the business to include Sales, Purchasing, Accounting/Finance, Transportation, Leadership/Management.
Physical & Work Requirements:
- Ensure professional appearance appropriate for meetings with executive level employees and clients
- Requires ability to perform primary job responsibilities while spending long periods of time at a computer
- Some travel (6-8 times / year) to mill, customer, and SPS operational locations to include:
- Kansas City, KS
- St. Louis, MO
- Tulsa, OK
- Longview, Waco, Lubbock, Houston, & Victoria, TX
Required Background, Competencies & Expertise:
- Growth Mindset – Treat challenges as opportunities and mistakes as data points rather than catastrophic events. High motivation to become more effective through coaching, feedback, and encouragement.
- Build relationships – Strive to build trust, share ideas, create partnerships and accomplish work with others.
- Lead change – Embrace change and help set team goals that align with the stated vision.
- Critical thinking – Actively engage with information and situations in order to make smart decisions.
- Creative problem solving – Find solutions to difficult or complex issues where the answer is not always clear.
- Communicate clearly – Share information and feedback clearly, frequently, and concisely.
- Numeric reasoning – Use numbers as a basis in reasoning and problem solving.
- Customer Orientation – Dedicated to meeting and exceeding the needs and expectations of internal and external customers.
- Promote Teamwork between all departments and teams
- Ability to learn new software and program applications
- Data management and Excel abilities to help summarize information and data to help make decisions
- Develop an in-depth knowledge of our products and market
- Provide assistance as needed with various departments or projects
- Abide by SPS Communication and Conflict Norms :
- Assume Positive Intent
- Less FOMO (Fear of Missing Out)
- Ruthlessly Constructive
- Consensus is NOT necessary, but Commitment IS
- Go Lateral before Vertical
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. EEO/AA Minorities/Female/Disabilities/Veterans
