The ability of Sumitomo Drive Technologies to successfully
compete in a world economy is intrinsically linked to its capability to recruit
and retain the best individuals for each and every position within our organization.
We offer a superior product and it is our team members that cement the relationships
and delight our customers with superior service and performance that meets or
exceeds their expectations. We expect our team members to give their best every
day, so it is only fair that our team members expect to be treated fairly and
rewarded fairly for their efforts.
It is the policy of Sumitomo Drive Technologies to recruit
the most qualified individual for every opportunity in an efficient, professional
and nondiscriminatory manner. Sumitomo focuses on recruiting, employing and
advancing, members in diverse groups, as well as groups formerly underrepresented
at the various levels of responsibility, in an ever-changing market.
To inquire about career opportunities,
send resume and cover letter to:
Human Resources
Sumitomo Drives Technologies
4200 Holland Blvd.
Chesapeake, VA 23323
Below are the current openings we have in our organization.
If you have the experience and credentials necessary, we would be interested
in hearing from you.
District Sales Manager
Northeast Region - New York City, NY area (1) Ohio Valley Region - Cleveland, OH area (1)
Postition Summary
Strategically develop a plan to increase sales at current and new accounts that are aligned with Sumitomo's corporate strategy for growth. Develop new business through sales calls in a specific geographic area and training to demonstrate the value of Sumitomo products to OEM's, Distributors, Users, and Consultants.
Essential Functions
Increase sales activity in the district via sales calls and other promotional activities, including: Distributor training, technical presentations, proposal submittal, market research tools (Selectory).
Follow up on sales activities, i.e. quotes, deliveries, returns.
Time management assessment - scheduling, e-mail, voice mail, reports.
30% – 40 % travel required.
Minimum Qualifications
Associates or Bachelor Degree in Business or technical area of study.
Operating machines that perform a variety of processing operations. Responsible for operations such as grinding, turning, broaching, drilling, reworking, and scraping of parts to ensure established requirements and standards are met.
Essential Functions
Produce quality, efficient, and consistent output.
Chesapeake, VA, Production/Inventory Control & Purchasing Dept. (2)
Position Summary
Inventory, purchasing, and capacity planning.
Essential Functions
Analyzes material usage expectations for both dependent and independent demands, and establish individual part stocking levels.
Initiates part requisition and place purchase order with approved vendor to ensure timely delivery of components to support operational requirements.
Must be capable of applying industry best practices and procurement/planning experience to all processes. Acts as an effective and positive change agent to recommend, and as appropriate, lead the implementation of such methodologies within the organization.
Evaluates vendor quotes and services to determine most desirable suppliers.
Maintains a variety of schedules, records, and reports pertaining the tracking of materials through the production cycle and availability of production resources.
Ensures proper controls within the inventory control system and its interfacing programs.
Reviews the existing inventory levels to identify and propose disposition of excess/technically obsolete products.
Records, evaluates and reports on vendor performance consistent with defined criteria.
Drives cost reduction activities.
Other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
High school diploma or GED, College degree preferred.
Minimum 2-3 years Planning/Buying experience.
Customer focus - Demonstrates an ability to meet the expectations of customers.
Continuous Improvement- Progressive thinker & proactive person with ability to improve processes in fast paced environment.
Teamwork - Works effectively within the team and across organizational boundaries as required.
Good communication skills – Ability to communicate effectively with both internal and external customers in a professional manner.
Good conflict resolution skills – ability to present both sides of a situation to drive a solution.
Provides service to our Major OEM or End User Account customers via telephone, fax and email. Major Accounts Reps are the main liaison between this customer base and Sumitomo.
Essential Functions
Answering and handling incoming telephone calls.
Responding to incoming faxes and emails.
Entering Orders in Computer.
Minimum Qualifications
Positive attitude.
Ability to go the extra mile to get the job done.
Pleasant phone manner.
Good grammar.
Good communication skills.
Ability to work in fast-paced, high pressure, stressful environment.
Good computer skills, including Microsoft Office and Lotus Notes.
Good basic math skills.
Good organizational skills.
High School Diploma; some college preferred.
2-3 years experience in a Call Center or Customer Service environment.
Ability to read catalogs and price sheets and understand basic technical information.
Responsible for source selection and procurement functions directly associated with the Company's needs for indirect materials and services, fixed assets and tooling, and select production materials and services. These products and services are to be secured at cost, quality and delivery competitive levels consistent with Company policy and performance standards. The position is also responsible for the timely planning, scheduling of receipt and inventory control of the products and services.
Essential Functions:
Commodity buying of fabrications, gears, castings, electrical, shipping supplies, machining, etc. on a national and international level.
Initiate purchase orders and amendments for parts, services, and/or special tools; arrange for submission and inspection of sample products as required. Close coordination with plant engineering to assure timely execution of product and services sourcing activities.
Secure and analyze quotations; negotiate prices and terms with suppliers; and recommend suppliers with respect to cost, quality, and delivery competitiveness for assigned responsibilities.
Work closely with Production and Inventory Control to advance enterprise-wide sourcing programs as appropriate.
Purchase goods and services from Requisitions for production, maintenance and repair of equipment.
Procure goods as required.
Maintain and complete given projects that enhance all areas of the SMA operation.
Inventory planning for assigned products.
Study market prices and trends, engineering developments and manufacturing method improvements applicable to assigned responsibilities and advising company activities with concurrence of a Senior Buyer and/or Director, Purchasing.
3-5 plus years of purchasing in a manufacturing environment or related field.
Purchasing systems knowledge. Must possess an in-depth knowledge of researching and evaluating commodities on a national and international level.
Other duties as required.
Minimum Qualifications
B.S. Degree – Business Administration or related field.
3-5 plus years of purchasing in a manufacturing environment or related field.
Purchasing systems knowledge. Must possess an in-depth knowledge of researching and evaluating commodities on a national and international level.
Must be well versed and knowledgeable in procuring a wide variety of goods and services for production, maintenance and operation.
This position serves as the application champion and Project Manager in support of SMA business objectives. The primary areas of responsibility are Project Management, Commercial and Price control and Sales/Business support.
Minimum Qualifications
Degreed Engineer with at least 5 years experience in the rotating equipment industry Project Management.
Strong knowledge of Project Management, internal gearing product application and commercial issues.
Experience in formal business communication techniques.
Competencies
Strong verbal and written communications skills.
Good decision-making, problem-solving abilities based on analytical/statistical approach.
Creation, organization and maintenance of Project documentation and communications.
Summarizing Project and Applications through reports and presentations.
