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Apex Systems

Senior Specialist - Training & Development Solutions

🇺🇸 Hybrid - Pittsburgh, PA

🕑 Full-Time

💰 $95K

💻 Learning & Development

🗓️ August 21st, 2025

Edtech.com's Summary

Apex Systems is hiring a Senior Specialist - Training & Development Solutions. The role involves training Wesco teams on new operational applications such as SAP and procurement tools, conducting tailored one-week training sessions, and providing ongoing support during site deployments for digital transformation efforts.

Highlights
  • Train Wesco teams on applications including SAP, pricing systems, AP, AR, and procurement tools.
  • Customize training scripts to meet site-specific needs and deliver system demos, hands-on training, and coaching.
  • Provide post-deployment support like hypercare, retrospectives, post-mortems, and feedback adjustments.
  • Trainers are assigned to specific sites, covering a rollout of 900 site deployments over 2.5 to 3 years.
  • Current team of 4 trainers aims to scale to 18-20, sourcing from internal hires, full-time employees, and contingent workers.
  • Approximately 25% travel required, initially domestic with potential international travel later.
  • Salary midpoint is approximately $95,000; full range not specified.
  • Work is transitioning from remote to a hybrid model with 2-3 days per week in office in metro areas like Pittsburgh, Chicago, Houston, and Orlando.
  • Desired soft skills include strong communication, flexibility, articulation, patience, and energy.
  • Engagement includes a 45-minute interview with leadership, with potential for a second interview.

Senior Specialist - Training & Development Solutions Full Description

Senior Specialist - Training & Development Solutions

Employee Type:
Contract
Location:
Pittsburgh, PA, US
Job Type:
Date Posted:
August 20, 2025

Job#: 2086022

Job Description:
Mollie Konopka – Sr. Director, EPMO Strategy, Transformation & Governance

  • Mollie received our contact information from Anna Baker
  • She leads Wesco’s digital transformation efforts
  • Her team is responsible for tactical facilitation training tied to deployment activities
 
Training Focus
  • Training Wesco teams on new applications, primarily in the operations space:
  • SAP
  • Pricing systems
  • Accounts Payable (AP)
  • Accounts Receivable (AR)
  • Procurement tools
 
Team Structure & Growth Plan
  • Current team includes:
  • Mollie
  • 3 effective trainers
  • Goal is to scale the team to 18–20 trainers
  • Sourcing mix includes internal hires, full-time employees (FTEs), and contingent workers
  • Breakdown of sourcing strategy is still being determined
 
Deployment Scope
  • Total of 900 site deployments planned
  • Only 4 deployments completed so far
  • Full rollout expected to take 2.5 to 3 years
 
Compensation
  • Salary midpoint is approximately $95K
  • Full salary range needs to be confirmed from the official job posting
 
Workflow & Responsibilities
  • Trainers are assigned to specific sites
  • Responsibilities include:
  • Understanding site-specific capabilities
  • Tailoring training scripts to each site’s needs
  • Conducting 1-week training sessions:
  • System demos
  • Hands-on training
  • Coaching (focused on UAT and Production environments)
  • Providing post-deployment support:
  • Hypercare
  • Retrospectives
  • Post-mortems
  • Feedback and training adjustments for leadership
 
Travel Expectations
  • Approximately 25% travel required
  • First 2 years will involve domestic travel only
  • Potential for international travel after that, but not a current priority
 
Work Location & Model
  • Target metro areas:
  • Pittsburgh
  • Chicago
  • Houston
  • Orlando
  • Current work model is remote
  • Transitioning to a hybrid model (2–3 days/week in office)
 
Desired Soft Skills
  • Articulate
  • Flexible
  • Savvy
  • Energetic
  • Patient
  • Strong communicator
 
Engagement & Interview Process
  • Mollie has not spoken to other partners yet
  • She prefers to keep the engagement exclusive, but this is not guaranteed
  • Interview format:
  • One 45-minute interview with Mollie and another manager
  • Possibility of a second interview, but we should continue to sell against that
  • Interview availability:
  • Friday, August 22: 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM EST
  • Monday, August 25: 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM EST
  • Set clear expectations for interview follow-ups

EEO Employer
Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law. If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation in using our website for a search or application, please contact our Employee Services Department at employeeservices@apexsystems.com or 844-463-6178.

Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing® in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work® in the United Kingdom and Mexico.

Apex Benefits Overview: Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our ‘Welcome Packet’ as well, which an Apex team member can provide.

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