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: CTONSOUTHPARKST

Job Summary

The Senior Vice President of Capital Planning & Technology Optimization is a strategic executive responsible for leading the development and execution of capital investment strategies, technology modernization to support enterprise growth, asset strategies, processing optimization, and operational excellence. This position requires strong leadership, strategic planning, business partnership, and collaboration across all functions to optimize manufacturing processes and drive continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities  Capital Planning/Execution – This executive helps to develop multi-yea capital investment strategies, prioritizes projects based on ROIC and risks, as well as oversees the budgeting, forecasting and execution of capital projects.

 

Process Technology Optimization – Works with Operations Teams to design a technology roadmap that modernizes the manufacturing operation, integrates emerging technologies and enhances productivity and cost reduction, ensuring the highest quality at the best value.

 

Central Engineering – Leads the Central Engineering Team to ensure we maintain the right level of technical expertise and can sustain our technology leadership through our facilities

 

Reliability – Centered Maintenance – Leads the development of key reliability strategies for critical equipment that is supported by predictive maintenance tools, critical spares, and preventative maintenance techniques to drive the highest level of equipment availability and life cycle.

 

Team Development – Leading a high performing team of engineers, technical resources, and project managers to lead, teach, and advise developing talent

 

Stakeholder communication – Fosters collaboration with cross – functional teams and demonstrates the ability to effectively communicate a strategic plan and performance outcomes to executive leadership and stakeholders.

 

Continuous Improvement – Constantly seeking ways to drive innovation, while also leveraging continuous improvement tools like Lean, Six Sigma, and Structured Problem-Solving. Identify and integrate Industry 4.0, IoT, Ai, and Machine Learning.

 

Required Education & Experience

Minimum Education Level:

Bachelor's Degree

Years of Experience:

15+ Years

Field of Expertise:

Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Civil, Chemical), Wire and Cable Manufacturing, Metals Manufacturing, Operations

Preferred Education & Experience Spans of Control

Does this role Manage Southwire Team Members:

Yes

Number of Direct Reports:

2-5

Travel

Travel:

Domestic, occasionally international

% of Time:

Up to 25%

Physical Requirements

Physical Requirements

% of Time

Standing

10%

Sitting

70%

Walking

Driving

10%

10%

Working Conditions

Office

Equipment

Computer/Keyboard

Competencies Instills TrustManages ConflictStrategic MindsetDrives Vision and PurposeDecision QualityBuilds Effective TeamsSkills

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.