Full-Time

Manager – Operations Application Support

WESCO International

WESCO International

5,001-10,000 employees

B2B distribution and logistics services provider

No salary listed

Morton Grove, IL, USA

In Person

Willingness and ability to travel 25% or more of the time.

Category
🚚Operations & Logistics (1)
Requirements
  • Bachelors Degree - Business or technical related field
  • 5 years leading a helpdesk team and managing support tickets
  • 5 years working in an analytical role focused on driving solutions
  • Focused leader with ability to problem solve
  • Ability to effectively communicate from both a business and technical acumen perspective
  • Experience working with IT departments collaboratively
  • Highly organized with strong attention to detail
  • Willingness and ability to travel 25% or more of the time
Responsibilities
  • Manage the processing of tickets in the Help Desk to ensure courteous, timely, and effective resolution of end user issues
  • Design and enforce ticket handling and escalation policies and procedures
  • Coordinate hands-on fixes at the desktop or application level, including installing and upgrading software, installing hardware, and configuring systems and applications
  • Coordinate with System Engineers to resolve issues or create efficiencies within the environment
  • Monitor and test fixes to ensure problems have been adequately resolved
  • Track and analyze trends in Help Desk requests and generate statistical reports
  • Assess need for any system reconfigurations (minor or significant) based on request trends and make recommendations
  • Ability to identify issues, analyze information, evaluate potential solutions, and implement effective strategies to overcome challenges in the environment
  • Identify, develop, and implement end user training programs, user guides, and FAQs to increase computer literacy and self-sufficiency
  • Oversee the development, implementation, and administration of IT/Operation SOPs and Runbooks
  • Train, coach, and mentor Help Desk Technicians to support WMX
  • Manage hardware inventory to track and manage end user devices
  • Function as liaison between IT and field users; act as the conduit with IT partners to lead the issue resolution and train affected field users

WESCO International provides business-to-business distribution, logistics services, and supply chain solutions. The company operates through three main divisions: Electrical & Electronic Solutions, Communications & Security Solutions, and Utility & Broadband Solutions. It serves a wide range of customers, including electrical contractors, industrial firms, data centers, security companies, and government agencies. WESCO distributes a variety of products from thousands of manufacturers, including electrical and industrial supplies, construction materials, and maintenance and repair products. Its extensive global network of around 800 branches and warehouses in about 50 countries enables it to offer localized support while serving multinational clients. WESCO aims to deliver a comprehensive portfolio of products and services to meet the diverse needs of its customers.

Company Size

5,001-10,000

Company Stage

IPO

Headquarters

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Founded

1922

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Increased demand for smart grid solutions boosts Wesco's utility sector growth.
  • AI-driven supply chain tools offer Wesco opportunities for advanced analytics.
  • Wesco's sustainability credentials enhance its position in the 'Wholesalers: Diversified' category.

What critics are saying

  • Rahi Systems acquisition may pose integration challenges affecting operational efficiency.
  • Dependency on iLOQ partnership could limit flexibility and bargaining power.
  • Debt expansion to redeem preferred stock may impact credit rating and financial stability.

What makes WESCO International unique

  • Wesco operates through three strategic business units: EES, CSS, and UBS.
  • The company has a global network of 800 branches in about 50 countries.
  • Wesco offers a comprehensive portfolio of products and services from thousands of manufacturers.

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Company News

PR Newswire
Jun 17th, 2025
Wesco Announces the Promotion of Dirk Naylor to Executive Vice President and General Manager of Communications and Security Solutions

Wesco announces the promotion of Dirk Naylor to Executive Vice President and General Manager of Communications and Security Solutions.

PRWeek
Jun 10th, 2025
Robert Elfinger joins Wesco to lead PR for comms, security

Robert Elfinger joins Wesco to lead PR for comms, security.

PR Newswire
May 30th, 2025
Wesco Earns 2025 Great Place To Work Certification(TM)

Wesco earns 2025 Great Place To Work Certification(TM).

EdgeZero
May 29th, 2025
Edge Zero Announces U.S. Distribution Agreement with Wesco International to Expand Grid Visibility Solutions

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Apr 30th, 2025
Gruve.ai promises software-like margins for AI tech consulting, disrupting decades-old Industry

Rahi Systems is an IT solutions company acquired by Wesco for $225 million in 2022.