Material Control Planner I: Supply & Forecast

Sumidenso Automotive Technologies Asia Corporation; El Paso (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Sumitomo Electric Wiring Systems, Inc. (SEWS) El Paso Customer Service Center is seeking a Material Control Planner I to procure mass production raw materials for the wire harness business and balance inventory to prevent line shutdown.

Planner reviews forecasts, backorders, and expedites deliveries while maintaining inventory goals and strong vendor communication. The role requires reviewing weekly forecasts, coordinating with plants and suppliers, and supporting clockwork material flow.

Qualifications

• Associates Degree or Technical Certificate required.
• 1–3 years progressive experience in a related field.
• Knowledge of warehouse operations required.
• Excellent analytical, written and oral communication; negotiating skills.
• MS Office, particularly Word and PowerPoint; Excel desired.

Responsibilities

• Review, release, and interpret forecast information for vendors.
• Provide ETA and Plant DOH information based on ship history.
• Support supplier invoice payments and deductions.
• Generate forecast, inventory, obsolescence, and downtime reports.
• Coordinate supplier meetings and expediting actions to avoid downtime.
• Travel 0–5 days per week as needed.

Skills

Analytical skills

Written & verbal communication

Negotiation

MS Office

Excel proficiency

Multitasking

Education

Associate's Degree or Technical Certificate

Tools

MS Office (Word, PowerPoint)

Job description

Sumitomo Electric Wiring Systems, Inc. (SEWS) El Paso Customer Service Center is seeking a Material Control Planner I to procure mass production raw materials for the wire harness business and balance inventory to prevent line shutdown.

Planner reviews forecasts, backorders, and expedites deliveries while maintaining inventory goals and strong vendor communication. The role requires reviewing weekly forecasts, coordinating with plants and suppliers, and supporting clockwork material flow.