Director - Safety Services

Anixter International; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 154,000 - 211,000; Full time

Job summary

Wesco International, Inc. is seeking a Senior Safety Training Operations leader to drive strategy development and revenue growth from training programs.

You will oversee safety and technical training delivery, ensuring programs align with client safety requirements while managing a team of safety educators and technicians. The role requires 7+ years in services operations management, strong interpersonal and presentation skills, and proven ability to guide safety programs nationally.

Qualifications

• 7 years experience in Services Operational Management
• Exceptional interpersonal skills, enabling strong alignment within matrix organization
• Experience with strategic and resource planning
• Efficient, effective communication and presentation abilities, with ability to tailor approach to best reach intended audience
• Understanding of how to deliver Safety Services nationally
• Navigate uncertainty with agility and maintains appropriate forward momentum with strong core team engagement

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise staff engaged in the development and delivery of technical and safety training products and services.
• Negotiate, consult and ensure compliance on qualifications, standards, test procedures, regulations, and safety programs in conjunction with government ministries and other safety authorities.
• Determine staff requirements, establish performance and work objectives.
• Manage safety & training delivery for customers including training needs assessments, strategies, ensuring delivery in the most cost-effective manner, interacting with clients and training staff on delivery and development of training program.
• Lead project teams, clients, safety technical experts, suppliers, internal and external consultants, analyze performance problems and training requirements, prepare written documents and reports, and make recommendations for new or revised programs, methods, training manuals, and reference materials.

Skills

Safety training leadership

Staff development

Strategic planning

Stakeholder communication

Regulatory compliance

Team leadership

Job description

• Job Schedule Full time

Job Description

Responsible for strategy development, revenue growth from training programs, and ongoing implementation of management systems and programs related to safety training and supporting services. This involves developing and implementing, effective and efficient strategies and programs for both technical and safety training. Services and supporting strategies developed and offered, must align with internal priorities and objectives, and meet client’s safety requirements. Lead and develop the team of Safety Technical Experts, Service Repair Technicians and Safety Educators.

• Lead and supervise staff engaged in the development and delivery of technical and safety training products and services.
• Negotiate, consult and ensure compliance on qualifications, standards, test procedures, regulations, and safety programs in conjunction with government ministries and other safety authorities.
• Determine staff requirements, establish performance and work objectives.
• Manage safety & technical training delivery for customers including training needs assessments, strategies, ensuring delivery in the most cost-effective manner, interacting with clients and training staff on delivery and development of training program.
• Lead project teams, clients, safety technical experts, suppliers, internal and external consultants, analyze performance problems and training requirements, prepare written documents and reports, and make recommendations for new or revised programs, methods, training manuals, and reference materials.

Experience:

• 7 years experience in Services Operational Management
• Exceptional interpersonal skills, enabling strong alignment within matrix organization
• Experience with strategic and resource planning
• Efficient, effective communication and presentation abilities, with ability to tailor approach to best reach intended audience
• Understanding of how to deliver Safety Services nationally
• Navigate uncertainty with agility and maintains appropriate forward momentum with strong core team engagement

Travel:

• 25% - 50%

WESCO International, Inc., including its subsidiaries and affiliates ("WESCO"), is an Equal Opportunity and Aff...

• Compensation Details $153,662 - $211,286 Annually

• Compensation Details $153,662 - $211,286 Annually

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 abenefits 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 .

About the Team

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.