Pricing Specialist III

Sales Farmington Hills, Michigan


Description

SEWS — Farmington Hills, Michigan Office.  Although located at SEWS – Farmington Hills Office, this is a Hybrid position, which combines both in office and off-site work.  Associates are required to work at least four days in the office each week, but also have the flexibility to work off-site.   
 
Job Title: Pricing Specialist III
 
BASIC PURPOSE:
 
Candidate will work closely with Sumitomo's Engineering, Purchasing and Sales team to generate pricing. The ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment while executing time sensitive deliverables is required. Support of company goals and business objectives.
 
RESPONSIBILITIES:
 
  • Lead Role maintaining a Ford program by utilizing all Defined NABU tool set. (Smartsheet Updates MPP's).
  • Generating pricing for wire harnesses utilizing defined pricing models.
  • Manage pricing for all wire harnesses utilizing Sumitomo's internal databases.
  • Develop detail quote response for customer RFQ.
  • Work as part of a team to help secure future business.
  • Support internal cost reduction activities.                                                     
  • Assist in the development of department standards and procedures.                                                                                                                                             
QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS:
 
  • Bachelor degree in Business / Finance preferred, 5+ years Wire Harness Pricing experience will be considered as well.
  • Ability to read and understand North American Automotive OEM Wire Harness drawings and specifications.
  • Ability to multi-task, be self-directed, and experience with cost analysis/pricing systems.
  • High personal motivation and the ability to develop innovative alternative approaches to meet objectives.
  • Strong organization skills, ability to multi-task and have great attention to detail.
  • Excellent skills in math, data analysis, and use of PC and Microsoft Office products (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
  • Demonstrates ability to clearly communicate both internally and externally.
  • Effectively function in a multicultural environment.
 
 
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.  

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.  

**Interested Candidates Should Submit Cover Letter and Salary History When Applying.**   An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/