Senior Director, Benefits and Retirement

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

Leads the strategic direction, design, and governance of enterprise-wide benefits and wellness programs, encompassing health, retirement, and well-being initiatives. Ensures alignment with organizational objectives and regulatory compliance. Partners with executive leadership to develop and execute integrated total rewards strategies that enhance employee experience and support talent attraction and retention. Oversees vendor partnerships and evaluates program performance to drive continuous improvement and value realization.

Key Responsibilities

Drives accountability across the benefits and retirement function to ensure effective execution of strategic initiatives.

Communicates the benefits and retirement strategies to senior-level management, guiding the development of strategic initiatives aligned with company objectives.

Leads departmental operations to ensure efficiency and achievement of key performance metrics across the benefits and retirement portfolio.

Oversees strategic partnerships with external vendors and consultants, including brokers, carriers, administrators, and onsite clinic providers.

Defines the strategy for the development of benefits, retirement and wellness programs, ensuring alignment with overall corporate goals and the changing needs of team members.

Establishes departmental policies and standardized processes to ensure efficient and consistent delivery of benefits, retirement and wellness programs.

Champions cross-functional collaboration to embed benefits, retirement and wellness initiatives into broader enterprise strategies.

Drives the implementation of targeted improvements to mitigate organizational exposure, ensure compliance, and optimize program integrity and effectiveness.

Ensures financial stewardship and alignment of benefits and retirement investments with organizational priorities and cost optimization goals.

Required Education & Experience

Bachelor's Degree : Human Resources Management or related field

12-14 Years of Experience

Preferred Education & Experience

Mastr's Degree : Human Resources Management or related field

15+ Years of Experience

Certified Employee Benefit Specialist (CEBS), Certified Benefits Professional (CBP)

Spans of Control

Does this role Manage Southwire Team Members : Yes

Number of Direct Reports : 1-2

Travel

Domestic : Up to 25%

Physical Requirements

Moving : 5%

Standing : 5%

Sitting : 90%

Working Conditions

Office

Equipment

Computer / Keyboard

Competencies

Business Insights

Communicates Effectively

Drives Results

Manages Ambiguity

Manages Complexity

Values Differences

Skills

Budgeting

Business Acumen

Change Management

Influencing Skills

Negotiation

Process Improvement

Regulatory Compliance

Risk Analysis

Training And Development

Workflow Management

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.