Distribution Lead

Southwire•Carol Stream, IL

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Southwire Company, LLC is one of North America’s largest wire and cable producers, specializing in technology and innovation. The company manufactures a wide range of products including building wire and cable, utility products, metal-clad cable, portable and electronic cord products, OEM wire products, and engineered products. Southwire also supplies assembled products, contractor equipment, electrical components, hand tools, and jobsite power and lighting solutions. Additionally, they offer digital solutions such as contractor planning and utility grid resiliency, along with field services like cable testing, rejuvenation, and replacement. Southwire is committed to competitive compensation, employee benefits, tuition reimbursement, and unlimited growth opportunities, driven by over seven decades of growth through innovation, environmental stewardship, and community well-being.

Requirements

High school graduate or equivalent required.
3 years of direct shipping experience required.
Experienced in SAP Data Entry - receiving, packing, inventory management, etc.
Must have basic computer skills and a good knowledge of Microsoft Outlook, Excel, and other MS Office programs; Adobe PDF.
Possess good verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to function and manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced operating environment is critical.
Must be able to interface and communicate effectively within the organization, with business units throughout the company, and with partners across the supply chain.
Good work and attendance record.
Physical requirements such as heavy lifting, bending and standing for long periods of time involved.
Must be able to qualify as a licensed forklift operator.

Nice To Haves

Carpentry experience preferred (building boxes & skids for export).

Responsibilities

Unloading, put away, picking, inventory management, packaging, and loading of product.
Ensure all trucks are properly unloaded and loaded, and that all safety procedures are followed during these processes.
Receiving PO’s in SAP, preparing loads for export, preparing packing lists in SAP, communicating with Account Managers and Project Managers.
Monitoring inventory related to customer orders to ensure the correct material is on hand.
Work closely with Sales and Project Management to communicate order lead times and resolve customer complaints.
Promote and support Culture of Zero Initiatives.
Other responsibilities as assigned.

Benefits

401k with Matching & Pension Plan (Eligible for Pension after 1,000 Hours Worked)
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