Warehouse Supervisor | 2nd Shift | Automotive Sector Experience

About the Role

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. Engages 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.

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 use 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 knowledge 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.
• Coordinate SEWS physical inventory.
• Respond to customer complaints and provide solutions through creation of 8D, STR, or customer‑specific corrective action reports.
• Manage program activities related to internal/external costs, production problems, delivery & performance ratings, MMOG activities, and corrective action requests.
• Meet customer 100% on‑time delivery requirements.
• Achieve company 100% inventory accountability and accuracy.
• Understand and implement procedures/processes to meet TS 16949/IATF 16949 standards.

Requirements

• Education: High school diploma, GED, or technical certificate.
• Experience: 6–8 years minimum in a supply chain or analytics role with a proven track record of achieving performance targets; 1–2 years of supervisory experience.
• Skills & Certifications: English fluency required; Spanish reading, typing, and speaking proficiency required. Proficient with Microsoft Office applications (Excel – formulas a plus, Access, PowerPoint, Word). Excellent oral and written communication skills. Ability to perform in a stressful environment. Preference for sequential manufacturing, scheduling, international business, and import experience.
• Knowledge: Understanding of manufacture and distribution of finished goods in the automotive industry. Proven experience as a Supply Chain Analyst, Logistics Coordinator, or similar role. Experience in data mining, analysis, and reporting. Familiarity with supply chain processes such as inventory planning and warehouse management. Strong teamwork and collaboration abilities.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
• Disability and Life insurance
• 401(k) plan with company match
• Tuition assistance
• Paid holidays and vacation

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 known for quality and reliability. With 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 leverages a global network of resources to provide a competitive advantage to its customers.

About the Sumitomo Electric Group

Founded in 1897 with copper wire production, Sumitomo Electric Industries, Ltd. has grown into a Fortune Global 500 company with more than 350 subsidiaries worldwide. Through innovative R&D based on its manufacturing technologies, the group offers a wide variety of products across five business fields: Automotive, Information & Communications, Electronics, Environment & Energy, and Industrial Materials.