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Manager, Materials

**Date:** Nov 11, 2025

**Location:** Denton, TX, US, 76208

**Company:** Southwire Company LLC

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?

Job Summary

As the Materials Manager at Southwire, you will be responsible for leading a large team of material handlers, planners, buyers, and supervisors to ensure the efficient and effective management of materials. This role is critical in optimizing customer service, while managing resources and inventory levels.

Key Responsibilities

+ Lead and manage the materials management team, including material handlers, planners, buyers, and supervisors, to ensure a seamless supply chain operation.

+ Manage shipping and receiving operations effectively and safely.

+ Develop and implement strategies for effective execution of production plans.

+ Lead improvement projects for plant flow using Lean methodology.

+ Collaborate with Operations Directors and Product Management to forecast demand, plan material requirements, and ensure alignment with production schedules.

+ Possess a strong systems knowledge and ability to use SAP, IBP and Advaris.

+ Implement continuous improvement initiatives to enhance supply chain efficiency, reduce costs and improve supplier performance.

+ Manage the resources of the plant and communicate bottlenecks preventing execution and improved customer service.

+ Lead and support the professional development of the Materials Management team, fostering a culture of excellence and continuous improvement.

Required Education & Experience

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Procurement, Business Administration, Engineering or related field.

Minimum 10 years experience for external candidates; internal candidates, 10 years combination of education and/or experience.

Preferred Education & Experience

Bachelors in Industrial Engineering.

CSCP or CPIM certification.

10+ years experience for external candidates; internal candidates, 10+ years combination of education and/or experience.

Travel

Up to 15% travel.

Competencies

Attracts Top Talent

Drives Results

Courage

Decision Quality

Financial Acumen

Communicates Effectively

Skills

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.

**Nearest Major Market:** Denton

**Nearest Secondary Market:** Dallas