Entry Level - Industrial Automation Project Manager

Company Description

Rexel USA is one of the largest distributors of electrical products, data communication, and related supplies in the United States.

Rexel USA operates its electrical distribution business in the United States through eight Regions that go to market under various banner and trade names, including Rexel, Rexel Automation, Gexpro, Mayer, and Platt Electric Supply.

In addition to an online store, Rexel USA has a distribution network of over 460 warehouse storefront locations throughout the U.S.

We are looking for an Entry Level - Industrial Automation Project Manager to join our Rexel team located in Solon, OH!

The Automation Project Manager is responsible for managing moderate to high complexity project business by placing orders, tracking shipments, and billing the customer correctly.

The Automation Project Manager owns the relationship with the customer, manages relationships with sales and vendors, and is responsible for maintaining clear and timely communication throughout the project.

In addition, the Automation Project Manager is responsible for providing input and executing the strategic initiatives that further advance the Automation Project Management Organization.

• Provide a trustworthy and valuable customer experience through proactive communication, understanding each project’s unique needs, and improving execution with every project.
• Proactively add value to both the quotation and project execution process.
• Be an integral part of the sales team by growing customer relationships through trust in execution.
• Develop relationships with internal customers and suppliers in order to build extended teams that can solve complex problems together.
• Own the communication channel on any project (and be able to explain why this is essential for the success of any project).
• Respond to freight and incoterms, and understand basic terms and conditions risk in order to assess project risk.
• Read through all Purchase Orders to get an understanding of requirements and ensure terms and conditions align with the region’s strategic and financial goals.
• Coordinate with vendors, customers, and sales teams on pricing, order placement, claims and returned goods, and account management to ensure customer expectations are met.
• Proactively seek alternative methods to deliver the project on time and within budget.
• Manage all aspects of medium to high profile/complex projects, including delivery schedule, scope and/or scope creep, and financial success.
• Be responsible for organizing all project documentation such as O&M manuals, Test Reports, submittal packages, and Certificates of Compliance.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Be willing to obtain, in the process of obtaining, or currently have an active Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.
• High School or GED - Required.
• Be obsessed with continuous improvement.
• Ability to effectively communicate with customers and peers.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and Power Point.
• Must possess an entrepreneurial spirit, be self-motivated, and enthusiastic about the business.
• Must possess the capacity to function effectively and multi-task in a demanding and time-sensitive environment.
• Must be detail oriented and possess excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Must be analytical and able to solve problems.
• Ability to drive results.

• Sit:
  Must be able to remain in a stationary position - Constantly – at least 51%
• Walk:
  Must be able to move about inside/outside office or work location - Frequently – 21% to 50%
• Use hands to finger, handle, or feel:
  Operates a computer and other office machinery - Constantly – at least 51%
• Stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl:
  Must be able to crouch down to stock shelves, pick up boxes, or position oneself to maintain computers in the lab/under desks/in server closet - Occasionally – up to 20%
• Climb or balance:
  Must be able to ascend/descend on a ladder, forklift, pallet jack, or other warehouse equipment - Occasionally – up to 20%
• Talk, hear, taste, smell:
  Must be able to use senses to effectively communicate with co‑workers and clients and detect hazardous conditions…