Manager Trainee

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Builders Firstsource
Largest U.S. supplier of structural building products, components and services to residential construction pros.
Rotational trainee program to learn operations across all BFS departments.
20 days ago ago
Entry-level
Full Time
Colorado Springs, CO
Onsite
Company Size
29,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Building Materials
Construction Services
Design
Engineering
Project Management
Supply Chain Management
Logistics
Manufacturing
Sector Specialisms
Residential
Commercial
Industrial
Infrastructure
Energy
Heavy Civil
Marine
Transport
Role
What you would be doing
job shadowing
budget development
dispatch scheduling
physical tasks
site visits
training completion
  • Shadows assigned employees/management to learn and perform assigned duties in order to become familiar with company processes and procedures.
  • May participate in the development of operating budgets and capital expenditure recommendations in order to meet operational and financial goals.
  • Receives training and performs duties in all operational areas such as: yard operations, millwork, production, dispatch/scheduling/delivery, safety, sales, finance and human resources.
  • May be required to perform specific tasks that involve climbing, lifting, pushing or kneeling.
  • Work is performed on both company and customer sites and involves driving to customer locations
  • Participates in and completes assigned training programs.
What you bring
microsoft office
erp
bachelor's degree
customer service
communication
math aptitude
  • Good verbal and written communication skills
  • Good computer aptitude, particularly with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel) and ERP applications
  • Previous selling experience helpful
  • Noise level is usually moderate.
  • This job is considered entry level operations management where company training will be provided.
  • Subject to both typical office environment and outside locations with temperature and weather variations, and may involve walking on uneven ground of a potential customer construction site.
  • Bachelor’s Degree in a related field;
  • Strong customer service skills both face-to-face and telephone
  • Interpersonal skills, including tact and influencing, with internal and external contacts
  • Or equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Good mathematical aptitude
  • Must be able to lift and carry up to 25 pounds frequently and on occasion up to 80 pounds.
Benefits
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Training + Development
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Company
Overview
1998 Founded
Year of Establishment
The company was established in 1998, marking the beginning of its journey from a regional lumber supplier to a national leader in building materials.
2005 Public
Year of Going Public
The company went public in 2005, a significant milestone in its growth journey, especially after surviving the Great Recession.
~590 Locations
Nationwide Presence
The company operates approximately 590 locations across over 40 states, combining local insights with national reach.
$16 Billion Revenue
Annual Revenue
The company generates around $16 billion in annual revenue, driven by both materials and value-added products.
  • Survived the Great Recession, then expanded rapidly through acquisitions like ProBuild (2015) and merger with BMC (2021).
  • Projects range from single-family homes to light commercial builds, including off-site prefabricated trusses, panels, and millwork.
  • Invests in digital tools (e.g., MyBLDR.com via acquisition of Paradigm) and factory-built components to streamline homebuilding.
  • Maintains its own fleet of trucks and in-house installation services, offering one-stop solutions that most competitors lack.
  • Stands out for integrating over 60 acquisitions while keeping local teams, and executing major share buybacks alongside growth.
Culture + Values
  • Dedicated to meeting customer needs and providing high-quality products and services.
  • Operates with honesty, fairness, and transparency in all actions.
  • Committed to excellence and continuous improvement in all business areas.
  • Holds all members to high standards of performance and ethical conduct.
  • Collaborates to leverage strengths and achieve common goals.
Environment + Sustainability
2050 Net Zero
Carbon Neutrality Target
Aims to achieve net zero carbon emissions by a specific year, showing long-term commitment to climate action.
  • Commitment to reducing carbon footprint across operations and supply chain.
  • Focus on energy efficiency in manufacturing and distribution processes.
  • Sustainable product sourcing and eco-friendly materials usage.
  • Investing in renewable energy initiatives for company facilities.
Inclusion & Diversity
  • Goal to increase gender diversity within leadership roles.
  • Focused on creating an inclusive work environment where all employees feel respected and valued.
  • Developing programs aimed at increasing women in construction-related roles.
  • Tracking and reporting on gender and diversity metrics within the workforce.
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