Global Product Manager

A leader in technology and innovation, Southwire Company, LLC is one of North America’s largest wire and cable producers. Southwire and its subsidiaries manufacture building wire and cable, utility products, metal-clad cable, portable and electronic cord products, OEM wire products and engineered products. In addition, Southwire supplies assembled products, contractor equipment, electrical components, hand tools and jobsite power and lighting solutions. The company also offers digital solutions including contractor planning and utility grid resiliency as well as field services including cable testing, rejuvenation and replacement to support our customers as a value-add partner. We are proud to offer competitive compensation, employee benefits, tuition reimbursement and unlimited growth opportunities. Our more than seven decades of progressive growth can be attributed to our determination to developing innovative systems and solutions, exercising environmental stewardship and enhancing the well-being of the communities in which we work and live. How will you power what’s possible?

Job Summary

This is an exciting time to join Southwire as a Global Product Manager who manages all aspects of a product family, from driving new business development, manufacturing, marketing and sales. This individual will be responsible for the overall product strategy and tactical execution to expand sales and gross margin targets for the Cabling Solutions product family.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze market and industry trends, Voice of Customer (VOC), competitive intel translating them to product solutions.
• Develop product line vision, GoTo market strategy, technology roadmaps and business plans
• Define product placement, positioning, price and lifecycle
• Own Profit & Loss responsibility to deliver sales and gross margin targets executing operating plan
• Build alignment across multiple functions within the organization
• Maintain market lead-time requirements, provide guidance on capacity planning by forecasting demand and working closely with supply chain
• Nurture customer intimacy with OEM and channel partners
• Demonstrate thought leadership to internal and external stakeholders

Required Education & Experience

Minimum Education Level: Bachelor's Degree Specialized Degree: Engineering, Marketing, Business Administration or like fields.

Years of Experience: 5-7 Years in managing and promoting high technology products required

• Strong business-to-business analytical skills, financial acumen, required
• Industry experience in cabling, harnesses, and electrical devices highly desired
• Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams
• Experience and desire in building strong business relationship

Preferred Education & Experience

Preferred Education: Specialized Degree: Engineering, Marketing, Business Administration or like fields.

Licenses/Certificates: Certification in product management or a related field (e.g., Certified Product Manager (CPM), PMP)

Years of Experience: 8-11 Years

Other Experience: Experience with managing people

Spans of Control

Does this role Manage Southwire Team Members? Yes

Number of Direct Reports: 1-2

Travel

Travel: up to 30%

Physical Requirements

• Carrying/Lifting: 5%
• Kneeling/Stooping: 5%
• Driving: 5%
• Moving: 5%
• Standing: 5%
• Sitting: 70%
• Walking: 5%

Working Conditions

• Office

Equipment

• Computer/Keyboard

Competencies

• Attracts Top Talent
• Drives Results
• Courage
• Decision Quality
• Financial Acumen
• Communicates Effectively

Benefits We Offer

• 401k with Matching
• Family and Individual Insurance Packages (Health, Life, Dental, and Vision)
• Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays
• Long & Short-Term Disability
• Supplemental Insurance Plans
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Referral Program
• Tuition Reimbursement Programs
• Advancement & Professional Growth opportunities
• Parental Leave
• & More

Southwire is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.