Senior Sales Engineer – Automotive OEMs & Strategy

Sumitomo Electric Wiring Systems, Inc.; Farmington Hills (MI); Hybrid; USD 95,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Disability

Life

401(k) with match

tuition benefits

paid holidays

vacation

Job summary

Sumitomo Electric Wiring Systems, Inc. in Farmington Hills, MI, seeks a Sales Engineer III to drive new GM business. The role will coordinate RFQ/RFI/RFP activities, lead cross-functional teams, and develop strategies aligned to OEM timelines.

Hybrid in-office/off-site work is required, with at least four in-office days weekly. The candidate should bring 5+ years of automotive sales experience with Global OEMs, a relevant bachelor's degree, and willingness to travel domestically and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Engineering or adjacent discipline.
• 5+ years of Automotive Sales including strategic business development with Global OEMs.
• Wire Harness experience with General Motors is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Identify, pursue and secure new business opportunities with Automotive OEMs, focusing on General Motors.
• Develop multi-year OEM business acquisition strategies aligned to vehicle platforms and sourcing timelines.
• Lead RFQ/RFI/RFP activities, pricing strategy, and commercial submissions.

Skills

Automotive sales

Strategic development

RFQ/RFI/RFP

Global OEMs

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

CRM software

Job description

Sumitomo Electric Wiring Systems, Inc. in Farmington Hills, MI, seeks a Sales Engineer III to drive new GM business. The role will coordinate RFQ/RFI/RFP activities, lead cross-functional teams, and develop strategies aligned to OEM timelines.

Hybrid in-office/off-site work is required, with at least four in-office days weekly. The candidate should bring 5+ years of automotive sales experience with Global OEMs, a relevant bachelor's degree, and willingness to travel domestically and