Entry Level - Industrial Automation Project Manager

REXEL•Glenwillow, OH

11h

About The Position

We are looking for an Entry Level - Industrial Automation Project Manager to join our Rexel team located in Solon, OH! Summary: 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, is responsible for providing input and executing the strategic initiatives which further advance the Automation Project Management Organization.

Requirements

Be willing to obtain, in 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

Responsibilities

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 develop 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)
Responsible for understanding freight and incoterms, as well as a basic understanding of terms and conditions risk in order to assess project risk
Read through all Purchase Orders to get an understanding of requirements and makes sure terms and conditions are in alignment 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 we are meeting customer expectations
Proactively seek alternative methods to deliver the project on time and within budge
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

Benefits

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
Life Insurance
Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance
401K with Employer Match
Paid vacation and sick time
Paid company holidays plus flexible personal days per year
Tuition Reimbursement
Health & Wellness Programs
Flexible Spending Accounts
HSA Accounts
Commuter Transit Benefits
Additional Optional Insurance such as Pet Insurance, Legal Assistance, Critical Illness, Home and Auto Insurance to name a few.
Employee Discount Programs
Professional Training & Development Programs
Career Advancement Opportunities – We like to promote from within