Production Control Planner 1
About the job
- Associate's degree or technical certificate, along with 1–3 years of experience in production planning, inventory control, or related experience, is preferred.
- Strong understanding of production planning, inventory management, and manufacturing processes.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite is required; advanced Microsoft Excel skills are preferred.
- Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills are required.
- Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and adapt to changing production demands in a fast-paced environment.
- Experience working in a Japanese company, in Japan or the United States, is preferred.
- Perform production planning responsibilities as part of the Production Control Planning team.
- Manage weekly and monthly customer demand forecasting, new model trial issuance, inventory control, and container management to support efficient production and supply chain operations.
- Assist with demand upload activities and evaluate and improve existing workflows to increase planning efficiency and accuracy.
- Maintain and update internal systems by entering new design levels, parts, and customers into EDI, and manage entry of GPP design change notices.
- Oversee container scheduling, tracking, and availability to support uninterrupted delivery of customer shipments.
- Attend occasional evening or night meetings with overseas manufacturing facilities to discuss production and forecasting issues, project updates, and other business matters as required.
- Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned to support production planning and business objectives.
- Ability to communicate in multiple languages such as Japanese, Spanish, or Vietnamese is considered an asset but is not required.
About the company
Sumitomo Electric Wiring Systems (SEWS) makes electrical systems for cars. Its products include electrical distribution systems, components, and electronics that help power and control a vehicle’s electrical functions. These parts are designed to be installed in vehicles to manage power flow, sensors, and other electronic systems so cars run reliably. SEWS differentiates itself through a long, trusted brand name from Sumitomo Electric Industries and a focus on quality, on-time delivery, and cost competitiveness, backed by safety and a strong global parent company. The company aims to supply high-quality electrical systems to the automotive industry and support the development of intelligent, connected cars.
Company Size
1,001-5,000
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom
Founded
1986
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- July 16, 2026: 2030 VISION Mid-Term Management Plan 2028 targets profitable growth.
- September 17, 2026: AI robots and agents should cut labor and quality costs.
- February 3, 2026: FY2025 nine-month results support scale, with 2,288.9 billion yen sales.
What critics are saying
- Yazaki remains the closest global rival, pressuring pricing and OEM allocations in 2026.
- The 2030 autonomous-factory plan depends on execution across hundreds of sites by 2028.
- EV platform shifts from Toyota, Honda, and Nissan can compress harness volumes quickly.
What makes Sumitomo Electric Wiring Systems unique
- September 17, 2026: Skild AI and ExaWizards support its smart-factory push.
- It controls a global harness network across 33 countries and 108 companies.
- It pairs wire-harness manufacturing with Sumitomo Electric's conductor materials expertise.
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Benefits
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Disability Insurance
- 401(k) Company Match
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
- Paid Vacation
- Paid Holidays
- Hybrid Work Options
- Tuition Reimbursement