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Cooper Electric is part of the Sonepar Group


Sonepar is an independent family-owned company with global market leadership in B-to-B distribution of electrical products, solutions and related services. Through a dense network of 80 brands spanning 40 countries, the Group has an ambitious transformation agenda to become the first global B-to-B electrical distributor to provide a fully digitalized and synchronized omnichannel experience to all customers. Drawing on the skill and passion of its 44,000 associates, Sonepar had sales of $33.1 billion in 2022.* For more information, visit www.sonepar.com.

*Figure converted to dollars from €31.416B at 1.054 USD/EUR average rate.

Join Our Team


At Cooper Electric, we embrace what makes us unique. As a company with local roots and global reach, we thrive on diversity of our associates and the different ways each of us contributes to our success. What keeps us at the forefront of progress? Our people. No matter where they work or who they are, we trust in their individual skills and qualities and give them everything they need to reach their full potential.

Benefits

Health & Wellness
Medical, Dental, Vision, Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, Life Insurance, Accidental Death and Dismemberment, PTO , Flexible Spending Account, Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Retirement Options
401K, Employer Match, and Roth.
Advancement Opportunities 
Your next Career could include these different types of positions within Cooper Electric: Logistics (Warehouse/Drivers), Operations, Sales Management, Project Sales, Marketing, Human Resources, and Finance. 
Educational Assistance
Cooper Electric recognizes that the skills and knowledge of its Associates are critical to the success of our organization. The Educational Assistance Program encourages personal development through formal education so that Associates can maintain and improve job-related skills or enhance their ability to compete for reasonably attainable jobs within Cooper Electric.
Work/Life Balance
Cooper Electric offers a paid Parental Leave benefit to eligible Associates for the purpose of bonding with and ensuring the well-being of their newborn or adopted child. Cooper Electric offer’s a flexible work schedule based upon position.
Learning & Development
Cooper Electric offers multiple platforms to further your career development, including LinkedIn Learning, NAED courses and Lean Six Sigma.

What We Do

why work here
Established in 1961 as a family-owned business, Cooper Electric has serviced the New Jersey, New York and Pennsylvania markets for over 60 years. Over the years, Cooper has grown to over 1,000 employees in 53 branch locations through the successful acquisitions of Friedman Electric Supply on Northeast/Central PA, and City Electric in Upstate NY.

Today, Cooper Electric is a full-service electrical distributor, serving many different segments including electrical contractors, industrials, OEM, utilities, residential, and solar. Additionally, Cooper Electric has many specialized department experts, making sure complete customer saisfaction is always our #1 goal.

Currently, Cooper has over 1,000,000 sq. ft. throughout our existing branch locations, and we are excited to add a state of the art, automated 600,000 sq. ft. central distribution center in 2021. The automation of our central distribution center well positions Cooper Electric to continue to bring a high level of service and value to you, our customers, well into the future.
 
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Sonepar USA is an independent, family-owned business with global market leadership in the B-to-B distribution of electrical, industrial and safety products, services, and solutions. It is a proud member of the Sonepar Group, the world's largest electrical distributor. Sonepar entered the US in 1998 and has continued to grow due to strategic acquisitions and organic growth. Today, Sonepar serves the market through a network of companies with locations nationwide. For more information, visit www.soneparusa.com.

Inclusion

PRESIDENT’S PERSONAL STATEMENT ON DIVERSITY, EQUITY, AND INCLUSION (DE&I)

A diverse workforce benefits us all.  We embrace the unique perspectives, experiences, cultures, and backgrounds of our associates and customers, and draw strength from our differences.  
Sincerely, 
David Cooper
President
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Company Culture

"From my experience, the culture at Cooper Electric has been precisely helpful and flexible. What I enjoy most of the company is the many resources available to the employees such as the learning assignments to gain knowledge and add professional assets to one owns personal work goals."
D. Rios
Purchasing Coordinator
Company Culture
"I love working at Cooper because of the teamwork and atmosphere that we work in.  I’ve been doing my current job many years, so I am comfortable doing my job independently.  I have bonded and made friendships that I will keep for the rest of my life."
W. Avalos
Warehouse Associate
Company Culture
"I enjoy the collaborative environment at Cooper Electric where everyone pulls in the same direction to get things done. I stay at Cooper because the recognition for a job well done has afforded me opportunities to advance within the company. I enjoy getting up coming to work because of the great people."
M. Weber
Branch Operations Manager

Company Culture

I really enjoy working at Cooper Electric because it is like a family to me. I have made friendships with my fellow workers which I will cherish and keep for the rest of my life. Here at Cooper, I have been able to meet people from many different countries and cultures and have an appreciation for everyone.  

E. Amponsah
Warehouse Associate

Company Culture

"I have been with Cooper for over 15 years and what appreciate most is the culture. Cooper electric has a small family feel with a massive company backing. This provides future opportunities for growth, support from your surrounding teams, and a fun atmosphere within an organization."

J. Cobb
Territory Manager

Company Culture

"I enjoy working with Cooper Electric because I feel as I am part of a team and enjoy the comradery. It is a company that is run with intent and strives to deliver a good, finished order. The benefits are great, and work is always steady."
E. Padilla
Warehouse Associate

Company Culture

"I’ve worked at Cooper for over 7 years now, and since I started I’ve had every opportunity to grow within the company, within my career, and on a personal level. Cooper is a growing company that still maintains “mom and pop” roots. I’ve met some amazing people that have made me a better worker and person and have developed lifelong friends along the way."
C. Collins
Manager, Sales

Company Culture

"I like Cooper Electric’s goal-oriented leadership, the strive for professional development and growth, and that we work to achieve the best results for employees and our customers."
J. Briner
Warehouse Supervisor

Company Culture

"I enjoy and am thankful for Cooper Electric for giving me the opportunity to work here and to continue to learn in the different areas of the operation. I can honestly say that I consider Cooper Electric to be my second home."
R. Mogrovejo
Warehouse Associate
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We Are Unique

We embrace the power of difference. That’s why Cooper Electric is committed to the policy of providing equal employment opportunities for training, compensation, transfer, promotion and other aspects of employment for all qualified applicants and employees without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation or veteran status.

Every effort is made to ensure that our policies regarding hiring, salary administration, promotion and transfer are based solely on job requirements, job performance and job-related criteria.

Military Veterans Welcome at Cooper Electric

why work here
While protecting our freedom, veterans develop skills and perspective that enrich any environment they choose to enter. At Cooper Electric, we appreciate veterans’ commitment to serving our country and value their contributions. We have veterans serving in a wide variety of functions and departments throughout our organization. If you’re a service member or veteran of the armed forces, explore our jobs and your place in Cooper Electric. We’d be honored to have you.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Sonepar is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability unrelated to ability, marital status, family responsibilities, pregnancy, genetic information, sexual orientation, order of protection status, protected veteran or military status, or an unfavorable discharge from military service, or any other categories protected by federal, state or local law.

Sonepar and our family of brands are committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. In keeping with our commitment, we will take the steps to assure that people with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. Accordingly, if a reasonable accommodation is required to fully participate in the job application or interview process, to perform the essential functions of the position, and/or to receive all other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact the HR department at careers@cooper-electric.com or call 732-747-2233 and ask to be connected with the HR department.

Sonepar US is an M/F/Disabled and Vet EEO/AA employer