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: Remote

Southwire Job Description

Role Summary 

This is an exciting time to join Southwire as a Product Specialist who supports all aspects of a product family, from driving new business development, manufacturing, marketing, product management and sales. This individual will be responsible for the overall tactical execution to expand sales and gross margin targets for the Circuit Protection product family. 

Description of Roles and Responsibilities 

Supports Product Manager to develop product line vision, Go-To market strategy, technology roadmaps and business plans 

Promotes technology to grow business with core and new customers 

Drives profitability through forecasting, cost out initiatives and 80/20 product life cycle management 

Nurtures customer intimacy with retailers, manufacturer’s reps, Southwire sales force, and eCommerce teams by supporting needs which include metrics, documentation, information and Voice of Customer 

Supports Retail Sales Channel by assisting with Product Line Reviews 

Processes quotations and provides continuous follow up throughout the completion of the customer's purchasing cycle. Build alignment across multiple functions within the organization 

Achieves and maintains technical capabilities at required levels to support customers. This includes taking phone calls and other correspondence to aid in the resolution of problems 

Processes Non-Conformance Requests for technical and warranty related issues 

 

Qualifications and Experience Requirements 

Bachelor’s degree in business or technical field required 

Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in Product Management, Technical Sales, Engineering and/or Marketing 

Experience with Retail Sales Channel and Product Line Reviews preferred  

Willingness to travel up to 15% 

Basic Electrical Knowledge including understanding of basic electrical terms and systems preferred 

Must be able to work using MS-Office tools, ERP/MRP and other database software 

Capable of prioritizing workload, attain needed resources and execute a plan that optimizes results  

Displays original thinking and creativity; meets challenges with resourcefulness; generates suggestions for improving work; develops innovative approaches and ideas; presents ideas and information in a manner that gets others' attention 

Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; gathers and analyzes information skillfully; develops alternative solutions; works well in group problem solving situations; uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics 

Volunteers readily; Undertakes self-development activities; seeks increased responsibilities; takes independent actions and calculated risks; looks for and takes advantage of opportunities; asks for and offers help when needed 

Competencies Action OrientedBalances StakeholdersCollaboratesCustomer FocusNimble LearningPlans and Aligns

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.