Job Description

DESCRIPTION

Under general supervision, the Supply Planning Coordinator determines the quantity and order date for materials needed to meet the master production schedule or independent customer demand. This role involves expediting purchase or production orders, managing global stakeholders, and ensuring timely and accurate supply chain operations.

Key Responsibilities

Health, Safety & Environmental (HSE)

Report any work-related injury, illness, incident, or hazard. Comply with HSE standards, policies, procedures, and regulations. Engage in HSE training and initiatives.

Quality

Follow standard work, process documentation, and quality procedures. Perform quality checks on material planning master data (e.g., lead time, order quantities). Collaborate with Quality teams to disposition non-conforming material promptly.

Delivery

Initiate purchase and work orders to support demand plans. Participate in allocation calls with sourcing managers, suppliers, and other Cummins entities. Work with suppliers to reduce lead times and balance supply with demand. Reposition excess inventory across locations with supporting demand. Provide timely updates on inventory availability and backorder recovery. Manage part change requests and ramp-up/ramp-down activities. Reconcile order boards for critical suppliers and parts. Support supplier improvement initiatives and document action items. Take ownership of supplier schedules to meet customer needs.

Teamwork & Collaboration

Communicate effectively within the team and across support functions. Complete training and personal development aligned with business goals. Participate in improvement projects related to quality, safety, and material flow.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Skills and Competencies

Core Competencies

Communicates Effectively:

Tailors communication to diverse audiences.

Customer Focus:

Builds strong relationships and delivers customer-centric solutions.

Drives Results:

Achieves outcomes consistently, even under pressure.

Manages Complexity:

Analyzes complex data to solve problems effectively.

Optimizes Work Processes:

Continuously improves efficiency and effectiveness.

Technical Competencies

Materials Planning System Utilization:

Uses planning systems and tools (Excel, Access, TOAD, OMS) for supply-demand management.

Part Change Control Management:

Implements engineering changes while minimizing excess inventory.

Plan for Every Part (PFEP):

Applies PFEP principles across the supply chain.

Master Supply Scheduling:

Maintains valid production schedules aligned with operational efficiency.

Materials KPI Management:

Interprets KPIs to drive supply chain performance improvements.

Interpersonal Competencies

Values Differences:

Appreciates diverse perspectives and cultures in the workplace.

Global Stakeholder Management:

Collaborates effectively across regions and functions.

Experience

Requires some work experience and intermediate-level knowledge obtained through training or on-the-job experience. Strong communication and supply chain knowledge are essential. Experience working with global stakeholders is highly desirable.

QUALIFICATIONS

Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent; additional certifications in supply chain or logistics preferred. May require licensing for compliance with export controls or sanctions regulations.

Job

Supply Chain Planning

Organization

Cummins Inc.

Role Category

On-site

Job Type

Office

ReqID

2418914

Relocation Package

Yes