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Ugo Njoku is now purchasing manager for Cerrowire.

Special to the Enquirer

Cerrowire, a leading manufacturer of copper building wire, announced today that Ugo Njoku has joined the company as purchasing manager. In this role, he will manage Cerrowire supplier relations for plants in Alabama, Georgia and Utah.
Graduating with honors, with a bachelor’s of science degree in aerospace engineering and a master’s in mechanical engineering from Wichita State University, Njoku brings a strong analytical approach to improving the quality, strategy and transactions with Cerrowire suppliers. “Ugo has a strong record of success and achievement and a passion for business and service. This makes him a great fit for the Cerrowire team,” said Cerrowire President Stewart Smallwood.

The Njoku family recently moved to the area and, Smallwood added, are passionate about encouraging students to pursue careers in science, technology, engineering and math. The family has started a youth leadership organization called Neu Gen Leaders.
Headquartered in Hartselle, Cerrowire is a copper wire manufacturing company with plants in Alabama, Georgia, Indiana, and Utah. The company supplies building wire and cable throughout north America for commercial, industrial and residential use. Products are available through electrical distributors, wholesalers and retailers.