Manager, Operations - Production Planning
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Bachelor's
El Paso, TX, USA
In Person
Warehouse & Fulfillment
About the job
Requirements
- A bachelor's degree is required.
- A minimum of 10 years of experience in production and warehouse operations and import experience is required.
- Strong mathematical skills are required.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel, Access, PowerPoint, and Word, is required.
- Bilingual English and Spanish proficiency is required.
- Knowledge of the effective manufacture and distribution of finished goods, primarily in the automotive industry, is required.
- Experience with FCA and Ford e-supplier portals is required.
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced warehouse environment, manage competing priorities, and meet operational deadlines is required.
- Ability to collaborate effectively with team members and cross-functional departments is required.
- Experience in supply chain, logistics, or a related field is required.
- Experience in data mining, analysis, and reporting is required.
- Familiarity with supply chain processes, such as inventory planning and warehouse management, is required.
- Problem-solving and decision-making skills are required.
- Organizational skills and the ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple projects simultaneously are required.
Responsibilities
- Manage production warehouse operations at the El Paso Customer Service Center, overseeing approximately 140 associates and daily shipments of products to 180 customers.
- Provide leadership and direction to five Supervisors, approximately 90 Material Handlers and Clerks, and 50 temporary employees.
- Support key automotive customers and Tier suppliers, manage inventory control, and coordinate shipments from 12 SEWS manufacturing plants in Mexico.
- Monitor customer orders and related activities to ensure on-time delivery requirements are met.
- Create operational flow charts, procedures, and work instructions for metrics reporting to management.
- Monitor weekly build reports issued by the delivery team to support smooth start-up activities.
- Ensure compensation requests are submitted by required deadlines.
- Create, process, and track requisitions, BPCS entries, profit and loss reports, and general ledger corrections.
- Conduct internal safety audits and support Material Safety Data Sheet and Occupational Safety and Health Administration compliance.
- Lead recruitment, selection, training, and performance evaluation of delivery team members.
- Maintain communication with staff, foster a collaborative work environment, and lead the team in identifying and implementing improvements.
- Manage receiving and shipping documents, cycle count documents, and record retention reports.
- Manage and monitor inventory levels to ensure availability aligns with customer demand.
- Communicate with customers, manufacturing plants, and local staff to support timely production and inventory availability.
- Issue 8D reports and lead the investigation and analysis process.
- Track and manage receiving and shipping reports, create bills of lading, packing lists, and other shipping documentation.
- Provide direction and support to warehouse operations to ensure complete and timely delivery to customers.
- Resolve receiving and inventory discrepancies and create and issue debit note requests to manufacturing plants.
- Support physical inventory activity twice a year or as directed by the Company.
- Review supplier performance reports, ensure root cause analysis is conducted, and develop and implement effective countermeasures in a timely manner.
- Communicate issues, actions, and results clearly to customers and SEWS upper management.
Desired Qualifications
- Business Management, Supply Chain Management, or a related field is preferred.
- Knowledge of sequential manufacturing, scheduling, international business, and import operations is preferred.
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