Hybrid Production Control Planner I - Forecasting/Scheduling

Sumitomo Electric Industries; Lexington (KY); Hybrid; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Sumitomo Electric Wiring Systems, Inc. in Lexington, KY is seeking a Production Control Planner I to support planning activities in a hybrid office setting. You will forecast demand, manage inventory, issue trials, and coordinate container scheduling for on-time customer shipments.

The ideal candidate holds an associate degree or technical certificate with 1–3 years in production planning or inventory control, plus strong Excel skills and clear communication in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree or Technical Certificate with 1–3 years' experience in Production Planning, Inventory Control or related experience.
• Strong understanding of production planning, inventory management, and manufacturing processes.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, with advanced Excel skills preferred.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills required.
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience in a Japanese company (in Japan or the US) preferred.
• Multilingual communication (Japanese/Spanish/Vietnamese) is an asset but not required.

Responsibilities

• Perform production planning responsibilities as part of the Production Control (PC) Planning team.
• Forecast weekly and monthly customer demand, issue new models, manage inventory and containers.
• Assist with demand uploads and improve workflows for planning efficiency and accuracy.
• Maintain and update internal systems (EDI entries for design levels/parts/customers).
• Oversee container scheduling, tracking and availability to ensure delivery.
• Attend occasional evening/night meetings with overseas facilities to discuss issues and updates.
• Perform other duties to support production planning and business objectives.

Skills

Production Planning

Inventory Control

Microsoft Excel

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Multilingual (asset)

Office Suite

Education

Associate's degree or Technical Certificate

Tools

EDI systems

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Sumitomo Electric Wiring Systems, Inc. in Lexington, KY is seeking a Production Control Planner I to support planning activities in a hybrid office setting. You will forecast demand, manage inventory, issue trials, and coordinate container scheduling for on-time customer shipments.

The ideal candidate holds an associate degree or technical certificate with 1–3 years in production planning or inventory control, plus strong Excel skills and clear communication in a fast-paced environment.