Integrated Supply Chain Planner

Sumitomo Wiring Systems (U.S.A.), Inc. • Edmonton, KY

3d • Onsite

About The Position

BASIC POSITION DUTIES:
• Material Planning & Inventory Control
- Plan and order materials to support production schedules (JIT environment)
- Maintain optimal inventory levels aligned with DOH targets
- Identify and resolve shortages to prevent line downtime
- Utilize shortage, expedite, and past due reports
• Purchasing
- Generate and manage purchase orders using MRP/ERP systems
- Track and reduce premium freight costs
• Supplier Management
- Monitor supplier performance (OTD)
- Support supplier development and corrective actions (8D)
- Communicate forecasts and delivery schedules
- Maintain strong supplier relationships
• Automotive Quality & Compliance
- Ensure compliance with IATF 16949 requirements
- Support APQP and PPAP processes
- Maintain documentation aligned with quality standards
- Ensure traceability and change management compliance
• Continuous Improvement
- Identify process improvements and cost reduction opportunities
- Support lean and continuous improvement initiatives
- Participate in cross-functional projects

Requirements

• High School Diploma Required.
• 2–4-year Degree Preferred.
• 1-3 years progressive material control experience.
• Strong analytical skills
• Strong communication written and verbal.
• Proficient in computer applications, including Microsoft Excel (spreadsheets and pivot tables) and Microsoft Word.

Nice To Haves

• 2–4-year Degree Preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan and order materials to support production schedules (JIT environment)
• Maintain optimal inventory levels aligned with DOH targets
• Identify and resolve shortages to prevent line downtime
• Utilize shortage, expedite, and past due reports
• Generate and manage purchase orders using MRP/ERP systems
• Track and reduce premium freight costs
• Monitor supplier performance (OTD)
• Support supplier development and corrective actions (8D)
• Communicate forecasts and delivery schedules
• Maintain strong supplier relationships
• Ensure compliance with IATF 16949 requirements
• Support APQP and PPAP processes
• Maintain documentation aligned with quality standards
• Ensure traceability and change management compliance
• Identify process improvements and cost reduction opportunities
• Support lean and continuous improvement initiatives
• Participate in cross-functional projects

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED