Job Description

DESCRIPTION

The Procurement and Supply Continuity Analyst executes buying strategies in alignment with agreed material buying plans, with a focus on improving supplier performance, ensuring supply continuity, and building capacity ahead of demand. The role partners closely with sourcing, manufacturing, and supplier networks to deliver cost-effective, high-quality goods and services

Key Responsibilities:

Collaborate with the sourcing team to identify and drive supplier process improvements, maintaining high-quality product and service delivery. Analyze procurement initiatives and processes to ensure delivery of cost-effective and high-quality materials. Prepare and present recommendations on improvement opportunities and alternative courses of action to senior procurement leaders. Consistently apply sourcing policies, procedures, and processes in day-to-day activities. Act as a communication bridge between Procurement and Manufacturing facilities to ensure seamless coordination. Support order fulfillment by interacting with suppliers regarding payment issues and delivery schedules. Collect, validate, and analyze supplier scorecard data to support supplier performance management. Provide expediting and delivery support to plants/sites during supplier issues to ensure continuity of supply. Support the management and execution of engineering releases and material planning. Execute supplier capacity and risk management strategies to prevent disruptions and maintain compliance with procurement ethics and policies.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Skills and Competencies:

Technical and Functional Competencies:

Negotiations Excellence:

Uses tools and methods effectively in negotiations to achieve Cummins' stakeholder objectives and balanced contract terms.

Procurement Systems & Tools:

Demonstrates proficiency with procurement applications (e.g., PO, payment, engineering release, and quality systems) and is capable of troubleshooting data issues, generating ad-hoc reports, and supporting system implementations.

Supplier Performance Management:

Monitors, evaluates, and improves supplier performance through structured metrics, cross-functional collaboration, and continuous improvement processes.

Supplier Capacity & Contract Management:

Ensures suppliers can meet Cummins' production and aftermarket demands while managing contractual performance and obligations.

Supply Base Risk Management:

Identifies, analyzes, and mitigates supplier risks to ensure continuity of supply, margin protection, and reputation management.

Manufacturing Knowledge:

Understands manufacturing processes to implement relevant procurement decisions effectively.

Data Analytics:

Applies data analysis, visualization, and reporting to extract meaningful business insights that drive data-driven decisions.

Procurement Ethics & Compliance:

Adheres to ethical sourcing practices and ensures that support Cummins' operational and strategic goals.

Behavioral Competencies:

Action Oriented:

Approaches new challenges with urgency, energy, and enthusiasm.

Collaborates:

Builds strong partnerships and works collaboratively to meet shared objectives.

Communicates Effectively:

Delivers clear, concise, and audience-specific communication across stakeholders.

Values Differences:

Recognizes and appreciates diverse perspectives and cultural contributions within the organization.

Problem Solving:

Uses systematic analysis and industry-standard methodologies to identify root causes and implement sustainable solutions.

Experience and Technical Expertise:

Strong analytical skills with a solid understanding of supply chain management principles. Proficiency in

Power BI

and

Advanced Excel

for data-driven decision-making and reporting. Demonstrated adaptability to new procurement tools and technologies. Proven experience in supplier management, sourcing analytics, or supply continuity support. Excellent English communication and stakeholder management skills.

QUALIFICATIONS

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field (or equivalent experience). This position may require licensing or compliance clearance related to export control or sanctions regulations.

Additional Information:

Shift:

Night Shift (5:00 PM to 2:00 AM IST)

Job

Purchasing

Organization

Cummins Inc.

Role Category

Hybrid

Job Type

Exempt - Experienced

ReqID

2421228

Relocation Package

No