Manager - Facilities

Job Description

·         Reviews and recommends capital spending requests for exterior signage, building repairs, equipment, carpeting and furniture.

·         Coordinates building repairs and upgrades on leased sites with landlords in accordance with established leases.

·         Reviews layouts for new sites and relocations.

·         Makes sure branches have explored LEAN options.

·         Works with equipment manufacturers to utilize buying power for cost efficient purchase.

·         Assesses long-term needs for facilities and equipment to protect assets and mission.

·         Manages and executes assigned projects.

·         Acts as a resource for WESCO management or facilities topics.

·         Represents company to various customers, suppliers, and constituents.

·         Works with sites on environmental issues, including mold remediation and audits.

Ensures upkeep of company owned facilities.

Job Requirements

Senior facilities responsibility or facilities construction projects, preventative management and repair management - 3 years required

 

High School Degree or Equivalent required

Bachelors’ Degree preferred

 

High level of technical competence in facility design and construction practices

Warehouse layout and design practices as related to LEAN principles and operational best practices

Strong contract negotiation skills with suppliers and contractors

Strong communication, interpersonal and motivational skills

Strong computer skills

Strong mathematical and analytical skills

Strong project management and organizational skills

 

·         Work is generally sedentary in nature, but may require standing and walking for up to 10% of the time. 

·         Work may require excessive bending or stooping.

·         Employee required to problem-solve. 

·         Employee required to communicate with the public.

 

·         General Office – Work is generally performed within an office environment, with standard office equipment. Lighting and temperature are adequate and there are no hazardous or unpleasant conditions caused by noise, dust, etc.