Manager, Product

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

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