Integrated Supply Chain Planner

Sumitomo Electric Group • Edmonton, KY

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Position at Sumitomo Wiring Systems (U.S.A.), Inc. CAREER OPPORTUNITY SALARIED POSITION POSITION TITLE: Integrated Supply Chain Planne r SHIFT : 1st SECTION OR DEPARTMENT : SEWS Electronics Division REPORTS TO : Material Control Manager LOCATION : Edmonton , KY 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
• 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

Benefits

• Opportunity to expand skills in both planning and purchasing
• Collaborative, fast-paced manufacturing environment
• Career growth opportunities within supply chain and procurement

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees