Program Lead – Trainee & Talent Pipeline (Burlington, ON)

At Wolseley Canada, our leading-edge is the knowledge and insight found in every corner of our organization. Here, you’ll build strong relationships and support critical industries that touch the lives of Canadians. Every day, we show up with intention and pride; in ourselves, our associates, and our customers. You’ll have a solid foundation to try new things, uncover new possibilities, challenge yourself, and grow your career. Does this sound like somewhere you’d like to be?

Wolseley Canada is the leading wholesale distributor of plumbing, HVAC/R, waterworks and industrial products in the country and working here means, a network of possibilities, a place you are valued and a higher standard.

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Why You’ll Love Working Here 

• Safety-focused and inclusive workplace culture   

• Comprehensive benefits with premiums fully paid for by the company for the “Core” package starting day 1 

• Competitive retirement savings program including RRSP and Defined Contribution pension plan with employer matching up to 5.25% Day 1 

• Paid vacation, sick time, and paid birthday off  

• Annual bonus and profit-sharing opportunities  

• Employee discounts on leading plumbing, HVAC/R, and industrial products  

• Education reimbursement and ongoing career development opportunities  
• Employee referral programs and recognition initiatives   

The Program Lead plays a pivotal role in shaping the future of Wolseley by leading the execution, coordination, and continuous improvement of our national talent pipeline programs. This role supports the development of emerging talent across key areas of the business, including trainee, sales, branch operations, and future leadership pathways. As the primary point of contact for program participants, HR partners, and business leaders, the Program Lead ensures a consistent, engaging, and high-quality participant experience from recruitment and onboarding through to development progression and role readiness.

What You Will Do

• Lead the end-to-end management of national talent pipeline programs, ensuring alignment with business priorities, workforce needs, and future talent strategy

• Oversee program execution and participant experience across all program streams, ensuring consistency, engagement, and a high-quality development journey

• Partner with HR, business leaders, and key stakeholders to support participant development, performance, and readiness for future roles

• Continuously assess and evolve program structure, content, and delivery to reflect changing business priorities, learner needs, and organizational goals

• Support recruitment efforts by contributing to candidate selection, assessing program fit, and ensuring alignment between candidate potential, program objectives, and future role readiness

• Facilitate program delivery through learning sessions, participant check-ins, coaching conversations, and development touchpoints

• Support participants throughout their program journey by monitoring progress, encouraging engagement, addressing challenges, and enabling successful program completion

• Act as a brand ambassador for Wolseley by building and maintaining relationships with post-secondary institutions and industry partners, representing the organization at career fairs, networking events, and campus engagements, and promoting Wolseley’s career pathways and value proposition to future talent

What You Will Bring

• Minimum 3-5 years of experience managing programs and facilitating learning

• Bachelor’s degree in HR or related field and/or Adult Education certification

• Familiarity with wholesale distribution operations

• Exceptional coaching and communication skills

• Superior influencing without authority skills

• Organized and detail oriented

• Adaptability, resilience, and goal-oriented mindset

• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills

• Strong active listening and stakeholder engagement skills

• Problem solving skills and ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

• Excellent Excel and PowerPoint skills with ability to manipulate data and create visualizations and reports
   

Each resume submitted gets individually reviewed by our team and retained for 24 months if other new and exciting opportunities arise that match your skills and qualifications.
Please note: This position requires the result of a satisfactory criminal record check. A record under the Criminal Code and/or other federal offence record(s) does not automatically mean you will be ineligible for the position.
Vacancy Status: Existing position
Base Salary Range: $75,000 to $90,000 + 10% Bonus
Total Posting Range: $79,000 to $99,000
Please note: The total compensation range posted for this role represents the total compensation opportunity, which may include base wage, bonuses, commissions, and/or other monetary components, if applicable. Placement in the range will be based on factors such as market conditions, internal equity, candidate experience, skills and qualifications relevant to the role.
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Our Commitment to You

Wolseley Canada is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, embracing diverse backgrounds and perspectives. We are committed to an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment process with accommodation available on request for candidates participating in all stages of the recruitment and selection process.

Ready to Shape the Future? 

Join Wolseley Canada and take the next step in your career. Apply today to become a trusted partner in our mission to deliver excellence and innovation across Canada’s infrastructure. 

Please note: Wolseley uses AI-assisted tools to support applicant screening.

Where a salary range is posted, the total compensation range posted for this role represents the total compensation opportunity, which may include base wage, bonuses, commissions, and/or other monetary components, if applicable.  Placement in the range will be based on factors such as market conditions, internal equity, candidate experience, skills and qualifications relevant to the role. 

Benefits eligibility varies based on employment status and contract length. Full-time permanent positions are eligible for the full benefits package. Fixed-term contract positions may be eligible for health and dental benefits depending on the terms of the position. Short-term contract positions are not eligible for company-sponsored benefits. This position requires the result of a satisfactory criminal record check. A record under the Criminal Code and/or other federal offence record(s) does not automatically mean you will be ineligible for the position.