IT Development Rotation Program Trainee (Jan 2024 Start)

Overall Job Summary

This position is 12-month rotational training program to learn the foundations of technology in a retail business.  This program is designed to offer a broad understanding of Information Technology processes and allows the IT Development Program Trainee to learn skills and attributes needed to start their Information Technology career within Tractor Supply Company.

Participants will learn about the Tractor Supply Company mission, values, history, and culture; basic retail processes, our systems, and will consist of rotational assignments between four identified technology functions.  These functions include Information Security, Cloud Engineering, Enterprise PMO, & Application Development.  Specific roles can range from software developer, engineer, or analyst across any technology domain.  The rotation assignments will be aligned with the participant’s goals and long-term career development focus.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities (Min 5%)

1. Complete rotations through Information Technology areas of the Store Support Center (SSC). Rotations Include:
   1. Information Security
   2. Cloud Engineering
   3. Enterprise PMO
   4. Application Development
2. Shadow team members to understand the process flow and our business.
3. Contribute to the business through guided on-the-job rotation activities.
4. Participate in group and individual training sessions on technical and soft skill such as time management, change management, strategic thinking, and personal accountability.  Demonstrate learning through successful completion of program assessments.
5. Apply new skills and knowledge to complete duties in assigned department.
6. Complete a team project using knowledge gained through rotations and collaboration with internal partners.  Present findings to senior leadership.
7. Create an individual development plan with assistance from Program Mentor.

Qualifications

High Demand IT Specialized Skills

Platform Knowledge

Preferred knowledge, skills or abilities

• Demonstrated analytical ability to drive retail profitability and inventory productivity.
• High degree of intellectual curiosity and personal drive.
• Proven team player with strong collaboration skills.
• Skilled verbal and written communicator.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet aggressive deadlines.
• Detail orientation and ability to be highly organized in managing work

Working Conditions

Physical Requirements

Disclaimer

This job description represents an overview of the responsibilities for the above referenced position.  It is not intended to represent a comprehensive list of responsibilities.  A team member should perform all duties as assigned by his/ her supervisor.