10 Reasons Why Your Child Should Work in Industrial Distribution
Industrial distributors supply industry, manufacturers and government with the products, parts, services and solutions needed for a modern society to function efficiently and safely.
Industrial distributors wear many hats and operate as the sales and marketing arm for manufacturers of industrial products like bearings, conveyor belts, fasteners, hoses, power transmissions, chemicals, electrical products, valves and fittings, building materials and HVAC products, to name a few.
Here are ten reasons why you might want to choose industrial distribution as the career of your choice:
10.
Every day is different. There are unique customers and opportunities for problem solving that occur on a daily basis.
9. You don’t need a college degree – start in an
entry-level position and work your way up the ladder
8. There are many opportunities for advancement – see how
these employees advanced
7. Distributors are located in every part of the country –
no need to relocate
6. Learn on the job and learn by doing – much of the job is
product knowledge
5. Most employers offer a combination of traditional work hours and flexibility/consistency in tasks
4. Industrial distributors come in all sizes – find one that
suits your personality
3. It teaches you how things work
2. The profession is collaborative and allows you to work with a variety of people
1. Most employers offer
good pay and benefits
Check out the current openings on the
ICP Job Board!