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?
Location: Carrollton Headquarters
This individual is responsible for the overall product line strategy as well as tactical execution to meet corporate objectives. Manages cross-functionally to support all aspects of the product line inclusive of operations, sourcing, marketing, sales, engineering and other business functions. Coordinates market research to evaluate product requirements and identify enhancements to current features and functionality. Designs and implements marketing strategies, including product direction, advertising, packaging, pricing, and future development plans, while overseeing the product's life cycle.
Advises senior management on product development strategies, providing insights into market and industry trends, customer needs, and product performance to guide decision-making.
Attends leadership meetings, collaborating with other departments to align product strategies with overall business goals and address cross-functional challenges.
Coordinates processes and assignments within the product management team, ensuring that team members are effectively working toward achieving product milestones and deadlines.
Defines project terms for new product initiatives, including product scope, deliverables, resource allocation, and timelines, to ensure clarity and focus in project execution.
Implements product management strategies, overseeing the full product lifecycle from concept through launch, ensuring product-market fit and profitability.
Maintain market lead-time requirements, provide guidance on short-term and long-term capacity planning by forecasting demand and working closely with Operations.
Ensures compliance with industry regulations, safety standards, and company policies throughout the product development process, minimizing risks and ensuring quality control.
Hires, trains, and develops new product management team members, fostering a high-performance culture and ensuring that staff members have the necessary skills and resources for success.
Educates and mentors team members, providing coaching on product development best practices, strategic thinking, and industry trends to enhance their professional growth.
Performs other duties as assigned
Complies with all policies and standards
Manages staff performance and development, coaching team members to achieve their full potential in contributing to the department's goals.
Minimum Education Level: Bachelor's Degree Specialized Degree: Engineering, Marketing, Business Administration or like fields. Years of Experience: 5-7 Years
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
Does this role Manage Southwire Team Members: Yes Number of Direct Reports: 1-2
Travel: None
Carrying/Lifting: 5% Weight: 45 Kneeling/Stooping: 5% Driving: 5% Moving: 5% Standing: 5% Sitting: 70% Walking: 5%
Office
Computer/Keyboard
Drives Results
Attracts Top Talent
Communicates Effectively
Financial Acumen
Courage
Decision Quality
Influencing Skills
Market Research
Value Propositions
Analytical Skills
Collaboration
Accountability
Forecasting
Ideation
User Research
Financial Analysis
Benefits We Offer:
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.
Southwire is one of the world’s leading developers, manufacturers and suppliers of building wire and utility cable, as well as the tools used in their installation. As such, we are continually improving our products, studying how they’re used in the field, and assessing the needs of our customers to find new and better ways to solve the problems facing the industry. We strive to ensure that every product we develop helps increase safety, improve productivity, reduce manpower, save time and save money — both on and off the jobsite. After all, we don’t just want to produce the most wire products. We want to produce the best wire products.
