Manager - LEAN

As the Manager - LEAN, you will manage the delivery of improvement programs and deployment of improvement capabilities across our global business. You will partner with sales, commercial, and other functional groups to develop and deliver sustainable solutions while also promoting and guiding the adoption of LEAN principles, behaviors and business system components at various levels of the organization.

Responsibilities:

• Take the lead and manage the delivery of larger end-to-end improvements ensuring an appropriate balance between quality of approach, achievement of expected performance, engagement of others and sense of urgency.  
• Build relationships, partner and coach key leaders (Team Leaders to Vice Presidents), SME’s and existing change agents in the organization to sell, create curiosity and build demand for Lean support and create an organization adverse to waste.
• Coach the application of Lean methods with commercial stakeholders to sustainably resolve business problems that are within their gift to solve.
• Support waste elimination and its impact to effectiveness, growth in revenue and reduction of cost as a percentage of sales.
• Identify, champion and in some cases lead improvements in speed to improve effectiveness, customer experience, competitiveness and growth in market share.
• Facilitate Goal Deployment (Hoshin Kanri, Policy Deployment) to establish breakthrough performance goals and facilitate effective deployment and execution of required new capability, capacity and resources.
• Provide credible expertise when facilitating Lean interventions with end customers.
• Support the broader enterprise deployment of the Wesco Lean Business System capability and behaviors through delivering training, coaching and ensuring accurate tracking of progress, outcomes and engagement:
  • Owning a portfolio of individuals receiving structured coaching to achieve accreditation and self-sustaining competence
  • Tracking and reporting overall progress of progress, outcomes and engagement

Qualifications:

• Bachelors Degree - Engineering, Logistics, Technical, or equivalent years of related experience
• Licenses/Certificates/Designations – Lean certifications preferred
• 5 years in a Lean leadership role with medium or large company or 2 years in Lean Leadership role in addition to 3+ years of sales, project management, change management, agile, etc. experience in medium or large company
• Strong leadership track record – prior experience in managing teams
• Ability to articulate the business or shareholder level KPI impact of their work
• A proven track record of end-to-end management of complex cross functional improvement involving multiple stakeholders from varying functions
• Extensive experience in managing change to embed sustainable performance, process and behaviors
• Strong track record of accomplishments
• Expert facilitation in face to face and virtual environments
• Strong process orientation and analytical skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent PC skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office programs
• Candidates with 3 years or more prior experience of working in a sales, commercial, service or transactional environments preferred
• Ability to travel 25% - 50%

This amount is what we reasonably believe we will pay for the position; however, offer amounts may vary based on factors such as geographic location, relevant education, experience, qualifications, skills, shift, or any collective bargaining agreements.

For eligible positions, compensation may include participation in a bonus or sales incentive plan, subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable plan documents. For certain sales roles, Wesco also offers a commission structure that provides additional compensation based on sales results, as defined by the applicable commission plan.

In addition, Wesco offers a benefits program for eligible employees, which may include paid time off, medical, dental, and vision coverage, and retirement savings plans. Additional details about benefits are available here.

At Wesco, we build, connect, power and protect the world. As a leading provider of business-to-business distribution, logistics services and supply chain solutions, we create a world that you can depend on. ​

Our Company’s greatest asset is our people. Wesco is committed to fostering a workplace where every individual is respected, valued, and empowered to succeed. We promote a culture that is grounded in teamwork and respect. With a workforce of over 20,000 people worldwide, we embrace the unique perspectives each person brings. Through comprehensive benefits and active community engagement, we create an environment where every team member has the opportunity to thrive.  ​

Learn more about Working at Wesco here and apply online today!​

Founded in 1922 and headquartered in Pittsburgh, Wesco is a publicly traded (NYSE: WCC) FORTUNE 500® company.​

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 Employer.​

Los Angeles Unincorporated County Candidates Only: Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act. 

This posting is for a current, active vacancy intended for immediate hire.