Director Category Strategy - Wire & Cable

What You'll Need

7+ years of experience in wire and cable sales, distribution, or manufacturing

Experience working with electrical distributors, contractors, and manufacturers

Experience with major wire manufacturers (Southwire, Prysmian, Encore, etc.)

Experience supporting large construction or industrial projects

High School or GED - Required

Physical Demands:

Sit: Must be able to remain in a stationary position - Occasionally – up to 20%

Walk: Must be able to move about inside/outside office or work location - Frequently – 21% to 50%

Use hands to finger, handle, or feel: Operates a computer and other office machinery - Frequently – 21% to 50%

Stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl: Must be able to crouch down to stock shelves, pick up boxes, or position oneself to maintain computers in the lab/under desks/in server closet - Occasionally – up to 20%

Climb or balance: Must be able to ascend/descend on a ladder, forklift, pallet jack, or other warehouse equipment - Occasionally – up to 20%

We are looking for a Director Category Strategy - Wire and Cable to join our Mayer team Remotely!

Summary:

The Director Category Strategy - Wire and Cable is responsible for driving growth, profitability, and strategic market leadership in one of the company’s largest and most important product categories. This role blends product category management, supplier partnership, and business development leadership. The Category Director will work closely with Mayer’s sales teams, wire center, and key manufacturing partners to develop and execute strategies that expand market share, improve profitability, and position Mayer as the leading wire solutions provider in our markets. The ideal candidate combines deep knowledge of the wire and cable market with strong commercial instincts, capable of both managing supplier relationships and helping close complex opportunities with customers.

What You'll Do:

Own Mayer’s wire and cable category strategy, including pricing, supplier alignment, and market positioning

Manage key supplier relationships, including strategic partnerships with manufacturers such as Southwire and other leading wire providers

Rexel USA is one of the largest distributors of electrical products, data communication, and related supplies in the United States. Rexel USA operates its electrical distribution business in the United States through eight Regions that go to market under various banner and trade names, including Rexel, Rexel Automation, Gexpro, Mayer, and Platt Electric Supply. In addition to an online store, Rexel USA has a distribution network of over 460 warehouse storefront locations throughout the U.S.