Manager - Project Implementation

Company Information

Anixter is a Fortune 500 company and a leading global supplier of communication and security products and electrical and electronic wire and cable. Our high-performing team works closely with customers and the community to better understand their business challenges, specify cost-saving solutions, and make informed purchasing decisions around technologies, applications, and relevant standards. Please view our video for more information about Anixter.

Anixter offers competitive salary and a bonus program to reward your results. We are known for our exceptional training and ongoing development programs to support your career growth, including tuition reimbursement. We provide our employees excellent benefits including medical, dental, 401(k) with employer match, and additional company-provided retirement benefits.

Primary Function

Anixter is seeking Project Implementation Manager (PIM)/Engineer to provide broad support to all aspects of our Supply Chain Solutions (SCS) projects for data center cabinets and controls. This position requires a large amount of correspondence via email and phone. Clear and effective writing and verbal communication are essential to the success of this role. Individuals with strong negotiation skills and the ability to develop creative solutions to problems should apply.

The successful candidate will be responsible for, but not limited to, the following:

• Manage successful delivery of a project(s) from the onset of a “WIN” through completion.
• Communicate effectively with multiple departments connected to a project (Program Development, Sales/Customer, Project Services, Inventory Management, and Operations).
• Provide technical support for warehouse(s) handling Supply Chain Services (SCS) projects.
• Write detailed assembly work instructions and other required project deliverables.
• Set up In-house automation production facility.
• Provide hands-on technical support to projects during implementation.
• Support day-to-day operations when required to troubleshoot or drive program success.
• Travel when required to support project activities (Estimate 40% travel including internationally).

Education and Experience

• 5+ years experience with warehousing, manufacturing, or data center operations.
• Previous Supply Chain Services (SCS) or manufacturing experience.
• BICSI Registered Communications Distribution Designer (RCDD) or other certifications preferred.
• IPC-620A certified.
• Pre-terminated copper/fibre and cable assembly in-house or in the field of installations.
• Experienced in cable assembly location automation set up, a plus.
• Previous hands-on data center operations or rack assembly experience.
• Electrical Engineering Technology Degree a plus.
• Proficient computer skills (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook).
• Experience in troubleshooting technology (basic electrical networking, IP configuration).
• Previous project management or manufacturing engineering experience a plus.
• Continuous Improvement experience (Lean / Six Sigma) Yellow or Green Belt a plus.

Location

This position is located in Lichfield, UK, supporting other EMEA locations. Remote work within the UK location can be considered for this role.

Work Environment
Our founders developed the Blue Book more than 40 years ago to present the beliefs and ethos that define our business style. While we have grown and changed dramatically since we were established in 1957, one thing has remained constant: our commitment to the values presented in the Blue Book. You can review The Blue Book here.

Anixter is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer; Minority / Female / Disabled / Veteran. We require all of our employees to perform work in an ethical manner and uphold a culture of honesty and ethics at all times.

Wesco International, Inc., including its subsidiaries and affiliates (“Wesco”) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, religion, color, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, or other characteristics protected by law. US applicants only, we are an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer.