Product Manager - Material Handling, Storage & Hand Tools

Southwire Company LLC; Oregon; Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k with Matching

Family and Individual Insurance Plans

Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays

Long & Short-Term Disability

Supplemental Insurance Plans

Employee Assistance Program

Employee Referral Program

Tuition Reimbursement Programs

Advancement & Professional Growth

Parental Leave

& More

Job summary

Southwire Company, LLC is seeking a Product Manager to lead the Material Handling & Storage and Hand Tools & Meters categories. You will shape overall product line strategy and drive cross-functional execution across operations, sourcing, marketing, sales, and engineering.

You will coordinate market research, design marketing strategies, and guide pricing, packaging, and future development to ensure product-market fit and profitability while managing the life cycle of the product line.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, marketing, business administration or related field.
• 5–7 years of product management experience.
• Certification in product management (CPM) or PMP is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Advise senior management on product roadmap and development strategies.
• Collaborate with departments to align product strategies with business goals.
• Define project terms for new product initiatives and ensure clear scope and timelines.
• Oversee full product lifecycle from concept through launch and profitability.
• Monitor and analyze financial performance, sales, margin and inventory.
• Support capacity planning and meet market lead-time requirements.
• Ensure compliance with industry regulations and company policies.
• Coach and develop product management staff and mentor team members.

Skills

Influencing Skills

Market Research

Value Propositions

Analytical Skills

Collaboration

Accountability

Forecasting

Ideation

User Research

Financial Analysis

Drives Results

Attracts Top Talent

Communicates Effectively

Financial Acumen

Courage

Decision Quality

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Marketing, Business Administration or related field

Certification in product management (CPM)

PMP

Job description

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

Job Summary

The Product Manager will lead Southwire's Material Handling & Storage and Hand Tools & Meters categories.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.

Key Responsibilities

• Advises senior management on product roadmap and 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.
• Monitor and analyze full product line financial performance, including sales, margin, profitability, inventory, and forecast, and take action to address risks and opportunities.
• 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.
• Participate in customer visits, jobsite visits, and other Voice of Customer activities to fully understand customer needs and product applications.
• 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.

Required Education & Experience

Minimum Education Level: Bachelor's Degree Specialized Degree: Engineering, Marketing, Business Administration or like fields. Years of Experience: 5-7 Years

Preferred Education & Experience

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

Spans of Control

Does this role Manage Southwire Team Members: Yes Number of Direct Reports: 1-2

Travel

Travel: None

Physical Requirements

Carrying/Lifting: 5% Weight: 45 Kneeling/Stooping: 5% Driving: 5% Moving: 5% Standing: 5% Sitting: 70% Walking: 5%

Working Conditions

Office

Equipment

Computer/Keyboard

Competencies

Drives ResultsAttracts Top TalentCommunicates EffectivelyFinancial AcumenCourageDecision Quality

Skills

Influencing SkillsMarket ResearchValue PropositionsAnalytical SkillsCollaborationAccountabilityForecastingIdeationUser ResearchFinancial Analysis

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.