Supply Chain Planner

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On-site

Job Type

Full Time

Job Description

Description

The Supply Chain Planner will be responsible for planning and maintaining daily supply chain operations across functional areas such as materials, production, inventory, logistics, customer service, demand management, and order fulfillment. The role ensures that both internal and external customer expectations are met while driving operational efficiency, process improvements, and risk mitigation.This role requires supporting the

US time zone

; hence, the incumbent must work in

Night Shift (5 PM to 2 AM IST)

. Cummins provides a

Night Shift allowance

along with

pickup and drop facilities (within PMC & PCMC jurisdiction).

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop and maintain planning system strategies to improve supply chain signals.
  • Monitor, analyze, and adjust system parameters to ensure optimal performance.
  • Process and monitor orders with suppliers while ensuring timely execution of supply plans.
  • Identify potential supply chain risks or failures and implement mitigation measures.
  • Coordinate with internal and external supplier bases and cross-functional stakeholders.
  • Manage and expedite procurement signals as needed.
  • Lead and manage a team of 4–8 members , providing direction and support.
  • Conduct metrics analysis, prepare reports, and track KPIs to drive continuous improvement.
  • Leverage tools and systems (Xelus, GOMS, aftermarket material planning systems, and other ERP tools) for effective planning.
  • Participate in cross-functional process improvement initiatives.

Responsibilities

Skills and Competencies

Core Competencies

  • Communicates Effectively: Delivers clear and tailored communication across diverse stakeholders.
  • Customer Focus: Builds strong customer relationships and delivers customer-centric solutions.
  • Drives Results: Consistently achieves goals under challenging circumstances.
  • Global Perspective: Approaches challenges with a broad, international outlook.
  • Manages Complexity: Analyzes high volumes of data and information to make effective decisions.
  • Optimizes Work Processes: Applies efficient processes with a focus on continuous improvement.
  • Values Differences: Embraces and leverages diverse perspectives and cultures.
  • Technical Skills
  • Materials Planning System Utilization: Proficient in using planning systems; ability to apply corrective actions using root cause analysis.
  • Material Planning: Skilled in decision-making related to parts availability, inventory optimization, and root cause analysis using advanced tools (e.g., BI dashboards, planning command centers).
  • Plan for Every Part (PFEP): Knowledge of PFEP principles for material flow, master data, transport, and warehouse management.
  • Part Change Control Management: Ability to manage engineering changes while minimizing excess or obsolete inventory.
  • Master Supply Scheduling: Expertise in developing master production schedules aligned with operational assets.
  • Materials KPI Management: Ability to interpret KPIs, identify gaps, and drive improvement initiatives.

Experience Needed

  • Experience in supply chain planning, procurement, inventory management, or order fulfillment .
  • Hands-on experience in tools such as Xelus, GOMS, or aftermarket material planning systems is highly desirable.
  • Exposure to metrics analysis and reporting, with the ability to identify improvement opportunities.
  • Experience managing small to mid-sized teams (4–8 members).

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

  • College, university, or equivalent degree required.
  • Minimal to intermediate relevant work experience in supply chain or related areas.
  • Prior experience in team management is preferred.

Job

Supply Chain Planning

Organization

Cummins Inc.

Role Category

Hybrid

Job Type

Exempt - Experienced

ReqID

2418472

Relocation Package

No

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