Channel Sales Representative

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

This person must reside in the Carolinas

Nearest major market: Charlotte, NC

Responsible for supporting and managing relationships with distributors and customers within an assigned territory or subset of accounts. Applies growing knowledge of company offerings, customer needs, and industry dynamics to manage a portfolio of mid-level accounts. Works semi-autonomously on routine partner support and sales tasks while receiving moderate guidance on complex opportunities. Contributes to partner engagement, lead generation, and channel program participation to support the broader sales strategy.

*This person must reside in the Carolinas*

• Administers assigned distributor accounts by managing order processing, sales documentation, and basic relationship maintenance activities.
• Coordinates somewhat complex distributor requests and promotional campaigns in alignment with sales plans and guidance from the channel manager.
• Analyzes somewhat complex sales data to identify trends, opportunities, and challenges within partner portfolios.
• Implements approved sales programs, promotions, and incentives to drive product awareness and customer engagement with the distributor.
• Communicates product features, pricing, and availability to distributor representatives, responding to inquiries and resolving basic customer issues.
• Applies knowledge of company systems and tools to support sales tracking, CRM updates, and partner reporting requirements.
• Identifies opportunities to improve partner engagement and sales conversion by gathering feedback and sharing actionable insights with internal stakeholders.
• Documents interactions, promotional performance, and sales outcomes to support ongoing analysis and sales planning.
• Recommends process improvements or tool enhancements to increase the effectiveness of channel engagement efforts and internal workflows.
• 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


Years of Experience: 2-4 years

Preferred Education & Experience

Years of Experience: 5-7 Years

Spans of Control

Does this role Manage Southwire Team Members: No

Travel

Travel: None

Physical Requirements

Driving: 25%

Moving: 25%

Standing: 25%

Sitting: 25%

Working Conditions

Other Field and office work.


Equipment

Computer/Keyboard

Competencies

Action Oriented
Plans and Aligns
Customer Focus
Balances Stakeholders
Collaborates
Nimble Learning

Skills

Sales Prospecting
Selling Techniques
Customer Relationship Management
Negotiation
Salesforce
Positivity
Relationship Building
Rapport Building
Sales Presentations
Enthusiasm
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.