Project Manager - Product Development

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 andjobsite 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

Plans and manages projects from initiation through completion, ensuring alignment with business objectives and customer requirements. Coordinates project resources and progress reporting while leading troubleshooting efforts to address issues and ensure successful outcomes. Monitors overall project performance, evaluates risks and results, and recommends adjustments to schedules, costs, and/or resources to ensure safety, quality, on-time delivery, financial performance, and customer satisfaction meet or exceed expectations as required.

• Acts as a leader in managing complex innovation, supply or cost related projects, overseeing scheduling, execution, and delivery while ensuring alignment with business requirements, industry standards, and project goals.
• Gate keeper of the Stage Gate process focuses on adherence to the existing process through the ideation, prototyping, testing and execution stages of projects while also recommending continuous improvements to the go forward Stage Gate process to deliver more projects on time, on cost, and in full.
• Advises senior leadership on project performance to schedule, risks, and opportunities, providing insights to optimize execution and resource allocation.
• Interfaces with cross-functional teams to align project goals, track progress, and ensure resource availability, acting as the central point of contact for all project-related inquiries.
• Handles complex project related issues, identifying potential risks and working with the cross functional team to propose actionable solutions to mitigate delays.
• Instructs and coaches cross functional project teams, providing guidance on best practices, risk management strategies, and to ensure successful project execution and team development.
• Maintains category innovation roadmap and tracks resource allocation availability.
• Offers mentorship and support in the execution of project tasks, professional development, and achieving team goals.
• Performs other duties as assigned
• Complies with all policies and standards

Minimum Education Level: Bachelor's Degree Years of

Experience:

3-5 Years

Minimum Education Level: Masterâs degree Licenses/Certificates:
Project Management Professional Certification Years of

Experience:

5 - 10 Years

Does this role Manage Southwire Team Members:
No

Travel:
Up to 25%

Moving: 5% Standing: 20% Sitting: 75%

Office Plant/Warehouse Floor Various Shifts Heights/Elevated Platforms

Hard Hat Computer/Keyboard Safety Glasses Safety Shoes Safety Vest

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