Warehouse Supervisor | 2nd Shift | Automotive Sector Experience

Sumitomo Electric Group; El Paso (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Sumitomo Electric Wiring Systems, Inc. in El Paso, TX seeks a Supply Chain Analyst to supervise and optimize warehouse and operations, analyze data, forecast demand, and drive continuous improvement across the supply chain.

You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, monitor KPIs, ensure on-time delivery, and support cost reduction while maintaining safety and quality standards.

Qualifications

• HS, GED or Technical Certificate required.
• 6–8 years in supply chain or analytics with 1–2 years supervisory experience.
• Fluent in English; Spanish reading/speaking proficiency.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office suite (Excel formulas a plus, Access, PowerPoint, Word).
• Excellent written and oral communication; able to work under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Process optimization with cross-functional teams to cut costs.
• Analyze supply chain data, develop dashboards and metrics.
• Forecast demand using historical data and trends for future model years.
• Contribute to continuous improvement and training of SEWS team.
• Track KPIs and identify opportunities for optimization in transportation, inventory, and warehousing.

Skills

English fluency

Spanish proficiency

Data analysis

Forecasting

Process improvement

Teamwork

Communication

Education

HS/GED/Technical Certificate

Tools

Excel

Access

PowerPoint

Word

Job description

BASIC PURPOSE:

Supervises and coordinates daily warehouse and operations activities. Ensures the completeness and accuracy of associates' job performance across receiving, stocking, picking, shipping, and material handling functions. Engagement with employees to promote adherence to all safety standards and foster a strong teamwork culture. Supports building compliance, facility maintenance, and overall operational requirements. Ensures the team meets established Safety, Quality, Productivity, Delivery, and Cost objectives while driving accountability and continuous improvement.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Process Optimization: Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify and implement process improvements and cost saving initiatives.
• Data Analysis & Reporting: Analyze and interpret supply chain data to identify trends, opportunities, and challenges. Develop and maintain reports, dashboards, and metrics to measure supply chain performance.
• Conduct root cause analysis and utilize historical data, market trends, and statistical models to forecast demand accurately for future model years and upcoming new build events.
• Continuous Improvement: Participate in initiatives aimed at enhancing supply chain efficiency, reducing costs, and improving service levels. Continuously train and develop the SEWS Team with the knowledge and understanding of all customers.
• Performance Monitoring: Track key performance indicators (KPIs) and report on supply chain performance Identify and evaluate opportunities for supply chain optimization, including transportation, inventory, and warehouse management.
• Stay up to date with industry trends and advancements in supply chain management. SEWS Physical Inventory coordination.
• Responds to and provides solutions for customers' complaints through the creation of 8D, STR or customer specific corrective action reports.
• Program Management activities related to internal/external costs, production problems, delivery & performance ratings, MMOG activities and corrective action requests. Meet customer 100% on time delivery requirements.
• Meet company 100% inventory accountability and accuracy. Understand and implement procedures/processes to meet TS 16949/IATF 16949.

MINIMUM POSITIONSPECIFICATIONS:

• Education: HS, GED or Technical Certificate.
• 6-8 year minimum experience in supply chain or analytics role, with a proven track record of achieving performance targets with 1-2 years supervisory capacity.
• Skills/Certifications: English fluency required. Spanish reading, typing, and speaking proficiency required.
• Proficient Microsoft Applications (Excel - formulas a plus, Access, power point, word) skills required.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills required. Must be able to perform in a stressful environment.
• Sequential manufacturing / scheduling / international business / import experience preferred Knowledge of the effective manufacture and distribution of finished goods, primarily on Automotive industry.
• Teamwork - Collaboration Proven work experience as a Supply Chain Analyst, Logistics Coordinator or similar role, Experience in data mining, analysis and reporting Familiarity with supply chain processes (e.g. Inventory planning, warehouse management).

About Sumitomo Electric Wiring Systems, Inc.

Sumitomo Electric Wiring Systems, Inc. (SEWS) is part of the Sumitomo family of companies, a 400 year old brand with a reputation for quality and reliability. With the support of facilities throughout North America, SEWS has been delivering innovative solutions to automakers for over 30 years, and is a leading supplier of electrical distribution systems, components and electronics. SEWS is committed to technical development worldwide and with a global network of resources, is able to deliver a truly competitive advantage to each of our customers. Our associates are what drive Sumitomo's continued growth, which is why we proudly offer a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Life, 401(k) with match, tuition benefits, paid holidays and vacation.

To learn more about us, please visit www.sewsus.com.

Follow Us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/sumitomo-electric-wiring-systems

About the Sumitomo Electric Group

Since the founding of Sumitomo Electric Industries, Ltd. in 1897 with copper wire production, we have developed many new technologies and products through innovative R&D activities based on Sumitomo Electric manufacturing technologies for electric wires and power cables. With more than 350 subsidiaries worldwide, we continue to introduce a wide variety of products that fulfill the expectations of society, in five business fields: Automotive, Information & Communications, Electronics, Environment & Energy, and Industrial Materials. We are a Fortune global 500 company.

To learn more about Sumitomo Electric Group, please visit http://global-sei.com.

Follow Us on LinkedIn: http://www.linkedin.com/company/sumitomo-electric

An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V