Project Specialist
Eaton's Electrical Sector NAS division is currently seeking a Project Specialist to join their team. This hybrid role can be located in Raleigh, NC or Arden, NC. This high-visibility role offers the chance to lead indirectly while driving process improvements in bid management through diverse, project-based work. It's a great opportunity for those seeking new challenges and meaningful personal and professional growth.
The expected annual salary range for this role is $83,250.00 - $122,100.00 a year.
Please note the salary information shown above is a general guideline only. Salaries are based upon candidate skills, experience, and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.
What you'll do:
• Implements post sales Bid Manager changes in support of CPS, Agents, Distributors and Order Management (Project Management Organization and CPS order management).
• Manages post sales bid manager changes including post sales changes to bill of materials, item modifications, new material creation and assists in Bid Manager requests for quotes and pricing.
• Evaluates orders to ensure consistency in process.
• Prioritizes urgent Bidman requests to avoid delays for customers and sales.
• Collaborates with appropriate technical teams for accuracy in technical requirements.
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• Coordinates the flow of accurate information between the customer and order management teams.
• Reviews and updates product hierarchy and profit centers in project sales orders to meet sales reporting needs.
• Represents CPS Division for Project Management Organization orders that contain CPS products. These activities include collaborating with NAS finance, Project Coordinators, Project Managers, and Sales to fulfill end to end customer requirements.
• Challenge cross functional processes for continued business improvement.
• Collaborate with sales, Eaton Agents, Eaton business partners, purchasing, credit, and legal departments in an effort to drive order issue resolution and customer satisfaction.
• Delivers solutions and presents alternatives to clients to effectively address their needs.
• Proactively run and analyze reports to determine orders to be released to meet revenue numbers and customer demand.
Position Criteria:
• Ability to demonstrate proficiency with Microsoft applications (PowerPoint, Outlook, Word, Access, and Excel).
• Ability to effectively communicate to external business partners and customers.
• Ability to manage multiple projects, jobs, and processes simultaneously.
• Capacity to act as an agent of change, driving, and enabling process changes to continuously raise performance standards and drive improvement.
• Ability to collaborate and work cross-functionally to maximize business results and positive customer experiences.
• Ability to handle change in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to demonstrate analytical thinking skills; problem-solving capability.
• Ability to regulate work commitments and time within the workplace, effectively managing multiple priorities ensuring quality and efficiency.
• Ability to demonstrate attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Ability to communicate professionally across many organizational levels and functions and effectively build rapport with stakeholders.
Qualifications:
Required (Basic) Qualifications:
• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited institution
• Minimum 3 years of experience in the electrical industry or working with configuration tools
• No relocation assistance will be provided for this role. Candidates must currently reside within 50 miles of either Raleigh, NC or Arden, NC. Active-Duty Military Service member candidates are exempt from the geographical area limitation
• Eaton will not consider applicants for employment immigration sponsorship or support for this position. This means that Eaton will not support any CPT, OPT, or STEM OPT plans, F-1 to H-1B, H-1B cap registration, O-1, E-3, TN status, I-485 job portability, etc.
Preferred Qualifications:
• 2 years of project coordination or project management experience.
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Perks and Benefits
Health and Wellness
- Health Insurance
- Health Reimbursement Account
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Short-Term Disability
- Long-Term Disability
- FSA
- HSA With Employer Contribution
- Fitness Subsidies
- On-Site Gym
- Pet Insurance
- Mental Health Benefits
- Virtual Fitness Classes
Parental Benefits
- Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
- Adoption Assistance Program
Work Flexibility
- Flexible Work Hours
- Remote Work Opportunities
- Hybrid Work Opportunities
Office Life and Perks
- Casual Dress
- On-Site Cafeteria
Vacation and Time Off
- Paid Vacation
- Paid Holidays
- Personal/Sick Days
- Leave of Absence
- Summer Fridays
Financial and Retirement
- 401(K) With Company Matching
- Performance Bonus
- Relocation Assistance
- Financial Counseling
Professional Development
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Promote From Within
- Mentor Program
- Shadowing Opportunities
- Access to Online Courses
- Internship Program
- Work Visa Sponsorship
- Leadership Training Program
- Associate or Rotational Training Program
Diversity and Inclusion
- Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
- Employee Resource Groups (ERG)