Technical Project Manager

Who We Are:

At Avnet, relationships matter. We are a global, FORTUNE ® 500 technology distributor and solutions company that delivers design, supply chain and logistics expertise to customers at every stage of a product’s lifecycle. Our employees have a front row seat to the latest innovations shaping the world we live in and the future we share. We’re driven to help our customers around the world succeed and we do so by earning the trust of some of the biggest names in technology.

Working at Avnet means being a part of a global team. We work collaboratively and with integrity, doing business the right way. For more than a century, we have partnered together to help our customers, suppliers and teammates realize the transformative possibilities of technology. Experience what’s next at Avnet

Job Summary:

Technical Lead for computer system assembly engineering activities. Advisory role to sales, production, repair, and customer teams for technical solutions to support the customer's business and technical objectives.  Receives ECOs (Engineering Change Orders), provides an analysis of the change, the impact to the business and/or product(s), and coordinates the schedule and implementation strategy.  Participates in NPI (New Product Introduction) by providing initial technical review of the BOM (Bill of Materials), limited DFA/DFM design feedback, and scheduling.  Works closely with internal technical and customer management teams and directly with external customers to meet customer deadlines.

Principal Responsibilities:

• Assists in analyzing data to determine feasibility of product proposal or change.
• Reviews change requests, evaluates impact of change, and provides implementation timelines.
• Creates and maintains BOMs within Avnet’s systems.
• Works with material and supply chain teams to guide product sourcing.
• Manages schedule of all engineering activities on assigned accounts.
• Works with production teams to minimally disrupt production schedule during change cut-ins.
• May directly implement Engineering Change Orders (ECO) to document and build process. Communicates Engineering Change Notifications (ECN) to production, sales, and customer engineering team.
• Drives resolution for all technical and process related issues.
• Identifies, investigates, and participates in opportunities to improve processes and procedures, to include various key performance metrics.
• Guides customers and internal teams through Avnet’s business processes
• Other duties as assigned.

Job Level Specifications:

• Thorough knowledge of principles, theories and concepts in area of discipline. Competent in all job functions and has general understanding of the industry practices, techniques and standards.
• Develops solutions for a variety of situations and works on projects requiring evaluation and analysis. May refer to policies, practices and precedents for guidance; determines best course of action to achieve results.
• Work is performed independently and requires the exercise of judgment and discretion. May receive some limited guidance for new assignments. Work may be reviewed for overall adequacy.
• Collaborates with management and team members within the department/function and other areas of the organization. May represent department internally or externally.
• Actions may impact the success of the overall department and/or the organization. Failure to accomplish work or erroneous decisions may result in delays to projects, loss of revenue or allocation of additional resources to remedy.

Work Experience:

• Typically 3+ years with bachelor's or equivalent.
• Familiarity & experience with industry standard ECO, NPI, and manufacturing processes
• Work experience in a related field
• Familiarity & experience in project management and project management tools
• Familiarity or experience in a manufacturing environment

Education and Certification(s):

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience from which comparable knowledge and job skills can be obtained.

Distinguishing Characteristics:

• May lead process improvement teams for area of focus. Demonstrates commitment to continuous improvement by utilizing process improvement methodologies and best practices.
• Position may require travel (less than 10%)
• Familiarity with computer product & major suppliers preferred, not required
• Deep familiarity with Microsoft office products
• ERP & PLM system experience preferred, not required
• Exceptional customer service, professionalism, and business communication
• PMP certification or experience a bonus
• Demonstrated experience in owning & driving projects & initiatives to completion
• Deep understanding of Avnet’s business processes and departmental flow preferred, not required

What We Offer:

Our employees work hard to live our values and help us grow. Our total rewards strategy supports Avnet’s ability to attract, engage, develop, and reward our employees, while promoting a diverse and inclusive environment. We offer competitive compensation and benefit programs — from time away and flexible working arrangements to programs supporting employee well-being and opportunities to give back to your community.

• Generous Paid Time Off

• Savings Fund

• Paid Holidays

• Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance

• Education Assistance

• Employee Development Resources

• Employee Wellness, Leadership Development, and Mentorship Programs

• Year-End Bonus

• Food Coupons

Benefits listed above may vary depending on the nature of your employment with Avnet.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills.