Sumitomo Electric Wiring Systems

Supplier of automotive electrical systems.

Material Control Planner 3

Production Planning & SchedulingConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Full-timeEl Paso, TX, USANo salary listed

About the Job

Requirements

A bachelor's degree is required.
Five to seven years of progressive career experience in production, material planning, and/or warehouse operations is required.
Strong knowledge of material requirements planning (MRP) systems, forecasting, inventory management, and purchasing processes is required.
Hands-on experience with blanket purchase orders or scheduling agreements, including release management and supplier coordination, is required.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, effective communication, and negotiation skills are required.
Good judgment and the ability to manage competing priorities and complex supplier issues are required.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications is required.
The ability to share knowledge and support other planners when needed is required.

Responsibilities

Review material requirements planning (MRP) requirements and forecasts, and manage purchase orders for assigned suppliers to meet production needs.
Manage blanket purchase orders, including releases, delivery schedules, supplier confirmations, and discrepancies.
Monitor back orders, supplier commitments, and delivery performance; identify supplier risks and develop recovery plans to prevent production interruptions.
Keep manufacturing plants and warehouses informed of material arrivals, back orders, and potential supply issues.
Review inventory levels, safety stock, and demand changes to maintain material availability while minimizing excess and obsolete inventory.
Work with suppliers and internal departments to resolve purchase order, invoice, receiving, and delivery discrepancies.
Coordinate and track expedited shipments when needed to protect production while minimizing premium freight costs.
Identify recurring supplier and planning issues, coordinate corrective actions, and follow up to prevent recurrence.
Participate in supplier meetings and forecast reviews, and lead support for assigned projects to improve material planning processes.

Desired Qualifications

Power BI and Smartsheets experience is a plus.
Project or program management experience is highly preferred.
Previous team lead or supervisory experience is a plus.
Experience working with manufacturing plants in Mexico is preferred.

Description

SEWS—El Paso Customer Service Center (Eastside)

Job TitleMaterial Control Planner III

Plan and procure raw materials required for wiring harness production while balancing material availability and inventory targets. Work with suppliers and manufacturing plants to prevent shortages, resolve supply issues, and support production needs. Share technical knowledge and best practices with other material control planners and contribute to process improvement initiatives.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

Review MRP requirements and forecast and manage purchase orders for assigned suppliers to meet production needs.
Manage Blanket Purchase Orders, including releases, delivery schedules, supplier confirmations, and discrepancies.
Monitor back orders, supplier commitments, and delivery performance. Identify supplier risks and develop recovery plans to prevent production interruptions.
Keep manufacturing plants and warehouses informed of material arrivals, backorders, and potential supply issues.
Review inventory levels, safety stock, and demand changes to maintain material availability while minimizing E&O.
Work with suppliers and internal departments to resolve purchase orders, invoice, receiving and delivery discrepancies.
Coordinate and track expedited shipments when needed to protect production while minimizing premium freight costs.
Identify recurring supplier and planning issues, coordinate corrective actions, and follow up to prevent recurrence.
Participate in supplier meetings and forecast reviews, and lead support assigned projects to improve material planning processes

Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree
Experience (Total Career not just SEWS): 5-7 years progressive experience in production, material planning and/or warehouse operations.
Strong knowledge of MRP systems, forecasting, inventory management, and purchasing processes.
Hands-on experience with Blanket Purchase Orders / Scheduling Agreements, including release management and supplier coordination.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, effective communication, and negotiation skills.
Good judgement and ability to manage competing priorities and complex supplier issues.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications. Power BI and Smartsheets are a plus.
Ability to share knowledge and support other planners when needed.
Project or Program management experience is highly preferred.
Previous team lead or supervisory is a plus.
Experience working with manufacturing plants in Mexico is preferred.
Domestic or international travel may be required.

About Sumitomo Electric Wiring Systems, Inc.

Sumitomo Electric Wiring Systems, Inc. (SEWS) is part of the Sumitomo family of companies, a 400 year old brand with a reputation for quality and reliability.With the support of facilities throughout North America, SEWS has been delivering innovative solutions to automakers for over 30 years, and is a leading supplier of electrical distribution systems, components and electronics.SEWS is committed to technical development worldwide and with a global network of resources, is able to deliver a truly competitive advantage to each of our customers.Our associates are what drive Sumitomo’s continued growth, which is why we proudly offer a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Life, 401(k) with match, tuition benefits, paid holidays and vacation.

To learn more about us, please visit www.sewsus.com.

About the Sumitomo Electric Group

Since the founding of Sumitomo Electric Industries, Ltd. in 1897 with copper wire production, we have developed many new technologies and products through innovative R&D activities based on Sumitomo Electric manufacturing technologies for electric wires and power cables. With more than 350 subsidiaries worldwide, we continue to introduce a wide variety of products that fulfill the expectations of society, in five business fields: Automotive, Information & Communications, Electronics, Environment & Energy, and Industrial Materials. We are a Fortune global 500 company.

To learn more about Sumitomo Electric Group, please visit http://global-sei.com.

**Interested Candidates Should Submit Cover Letter and Salary History When Applying.**
An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V

About the Company

Sumitomo Electric Wiring Systems

Supplier of automotive electrical systems.

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: Not listed
Total funding: Not listed
Headquarters: Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom
Founded: 1986

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