Industrial Projects Manager

Westburne is much more than electrical products. We are Canada’s market leader in energy solutions, renewables, lighting, wire & cable, automation and connected network solutions. We have access to the best partners in the industry and we go above and beyond to help our customers and partners grow.

We are currently looking for a self-motivated individual to become an integral part of our team at our Calgary location. If you want to work in a dynamic team environment and you excel when being trusted with responsibility, then Westburne is the place for you.

Responsibilities:

1. Leadership and management of the Industrial Projects Team of quotation specialists, project coordinators, and document control specialists located in Calgary (10 direct reports)
2. Accountable for the effective and efficient execution of the engineered product orders, packaged solutions, and projects for industrial customers of the Westburne West division across Alberta and British Columbia (includes quotations, procurement of materials, project coordination, expediting, document control, invoicing, closeout, and supplier/customer dispute resolution)
3. Delivery of the required results through the team, while ensuring key metrics are consistently achieved, the right talent is developed and grown within the team, and capability and performance is strengthened over time to develop strong team credibility and a consistent customer experience internally and externally that can be counted on
4. Development of productive relationships across internal teams and functions (account management, sales, automation, credit, finance) and with the suppliers and customers
5. Effective cross-functional leadership in improving quality, efficiency, productivity, and processes at all interfaces to reduce costs, alleviate frustration, and provide an elevated level of customer service in the execution of orders and projects
6. Note: This role is office based 5 days a week.

Qualifications:

1. College diploma or university degree in business/sales/marketing or equivalent education and/or experience
2. 5-10 years of related experience in the industry, including a minimum of 2-3 years’ experience in formal people leadership
3. Depth of knowledge and experience in supply chain management, project management, and/or electrical/automation equipment
4. Experience in quotations, project coordination, and/or document control and any previous experience working for or with key industrial customers across Alberta and BC would be an asset
5. Excellent cross functional leadership, interpersonal, negotiation, communication, and time management skills
6. Computer literacy – proficient with MS Office, Internet & IBM AS/400 knowledge

Why Westburne?

Westburne, a division of Rexel, is the Canadian market leader in the B2B supply of electrical, alternative energy, lighting, wire and cable, automation and connected enterprise solutions. With over 100 locations, we are proud to offer rewarding careers to over 1000 Canadians across the country.

What We Can Offer You

Our employees enjoy a dynamic and ever-changing work environment. We offer competitive compensation, benefits and pension packages, and the opportunity for continued growth across the organization.

Westburne provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants. We thank all candidates for their interest, however, only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.