VP, Business Development
Date: Dec 2, 2025
Location: Remote/Other, Remote/Other, US, Remote/Oth
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?
Location: Remote
Job Summary
Manages and maintains customer business relationships in domestic and/or international government markets. Identifies and develops opportunities for business expansion. Develops marketing strategies and provides input into market account plans and the company's strategic plan. This role is pivotal in driving strategic investments intime and resources with potential long-term customers in the booming datacenter market, specifically focusing on EPC (Engineering, Procurement, and Construction) and New Power Generation needs.
Key Responsibilities
Develop and execute strategic partnerships with key stakeholders in the datacenter power generation industry, including EPCs, OEMs, and end-user power generation owners from IOUs to private power producers.
Utilize value-based pitch techniques to effectively communicate Southwire's unique value proposition.
Implement player map and capture team strategies to identify and secure new business opportunities.
Stay abreast of industry trends and future technology concepts to position Southwire as a leader in the market.
Collaborate with internal teams to align business development strategies with overall company goals.
Foster a culture of innovation and forward-thinking within the business development team.
Required Education & Experience
Bachelor's Degree
Years of Experience: 15+ Years
Preferred Education & Experience
Master's Degree
Spans of Control
Does this role manage Southwire Team Members: Yes
Number of Direct Reports: 2-5
Travel
Domestic, occasionally international - up to 50% of time
Physical Requirements
Driving - 5% of time
Moving - 10% of time
Standing - 10% of time
Sitting - 65% of time
Walking - 10% of time
Working Conditions
Office
Plant/Warehouse Floor
Equipment
Computer/Keyboard
Safety Glasses
Safety Shoes
Safety Vest
Competencies
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.