Pricing Manager
About the Company
Southwire Company, LLC is one of North America’s largest wire and cable producers, manufacturing building wire and cable, utility products, metal-clad cable, portable and electronic cord products, OEM wire products, and engineered products. The company also supplies assembled products, contractor equipment, electrical components, hand tools, and jobsite power and lighting solutions. Southwire offers digital solutions including contractor planning and utility grid resiliency, as well as field services such as cable testing, rejuvenation, and replacement. With over seven decades of progressive growth, Southwire is committed to innovation, environmental stewardship, and community well-being.
About the Role
Develops and directs pricing bands for key products or product categories, driving strategies to maximize pricing success. Analyzes market research and customer feedback to identify opportunities for price enhancements. Coordinates with product managers, inside sales, and sales teams to define product price bands and requirements.
Responsibilities
- Develops strategy for pricing frameworks, aligning with organizational goals to maximize profitability and market competitiveness.
- Directs groups to execute pricing initiatives, ensuring alignment across departments and consistency in implementation.
- Creates actionable insights through data analytics and market research, guiding pricing decisions and strategic priorities.
- Benchmarks pricing strategies against industry standards and competitor practices, identifying areas for improvement and innovation.
- Consults on pricing-related challenges and opportunities, providing expert guidance to internal stakeholders to optimize outcomes.
- Coordinates externally with vendors and partners to align on pricing agreements, terms, and strategies that support business objectives.
- Advises senior leadership on market trends, pricing impacts, and data-driven recommendations to inform decision-making.
- Coaches team members on pricing strategies, tools, and methodologies to enhance team expertise and overall effectiveness.
- Implements systems to streamline pricing operations, improve efficiency, and enhance the accuracy and transparency of pricing processes.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
- Complies with all policies and standards.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree (required).
- 8-11 years of relevant experience (required).
- Master’s degree (preferred).
- 12-14 years of relevant experience (preferred).
Skills
- Action Oriented
- Plans and Aligns
- Customer Focus
- Balances Stakeholders
- Collaborates
- Nimble Learning
- Customer Relationship Management
- Market Research
- Lead Generation
- Positivity
- Analytical Skills
- Relationship Building
- Enthusiasm
- Influencing Skills
- Negotiation
- Forecasting
Physical Requirements
- Moving: 5%
- Standing: 90%
- Sitting: 5%
Office environment with frequent computer/keyboard use.
Benefits
- 401k with matching
- Family and individual insurance packages (health, life, dental, and vision)
- Paid time off and paid holidays
- Long- and short-term disability
- Supplemental insurance plans
- Employee Assistance Program
- Employee Referral Program
- Tuition reimbursement programs
- Advancement and professional growth opportunities
- Parental leave and more