Job Details

DESCRIPTION

Here are 8 impactful ways you will contribute in this role, based on the job summary and key responsibilities:

1. Optimize Production Efficiency You'll create realistic and aligned production schedules that balance customer demand with plant and workforce capacity, directly improving on-time delivery and operational flow.

2. Enhance Cross-Functional Collaboration By working closely with Logistics, Operations, Materials, and Customer Service teams, you'll ensure alignment across raw materials, WIP, and finished goods strategies, fostering a more integrated supply chain.

3. Drive Continuous Improvement Your involvement in identifying bottlenecks and participating in improvement projects will help streamline processes, reduce waste, and boost overall productivity.

4. Support Quality and Compliance You'll contribute to maintaining high-quality standards by following process documentation, supporting PFEP data collection, and collaborating with Quality to manage non-conforming materials.

5. Mitigate Production Risks By proactively identifying and addressing risks like downtime or material shortages, you'll help maintain schedule integrity and minimize disruptions to customer commitments.

6. Promote a Safe Work Environment Your adherence to HSE policies and active participation in safety training will support a culture of safety and compliance throughout the organization.

7. Improve Data-Driven Decision Making Through the collection and analysis of production data, you'll provide insights that inform smarter scheduling and resource allocation decisions.

8. Foster Accountability and Team Development You'll help drive accountability within cross-functional teams and support your own growth through ongoing training and development aligned with business goals.

RESPONSIBILITIES

To be successful in this role you will need the following:

To be successful in this role, you’ll need a blend of technical expertise, strategic thinking, and strong interpersonal skills. Here's what you'll need to bring to the table:

• Clear and Adaptive Communication You'll need to communicate effectively across departments—translating complex scheduling and planning data into clear, actionable insights for different audiences.

• Customer-Centric Mindset Building strong relationships with internal and external customers will help you align production schedules with customer expectations and respond quickly to changes in demand.

• Problem-Solving in Complex Environments You’ll need to make sense of large volumes of data and conflicting priorities to solve scheduling and capacity challenges effectively.

• Mastery of Planning Tools and Systems Proficiency in materials planning systems and tools like Excel or Access will be essential for managing supply and demand, responding to alerts, and performing root cause analysis.

• Strategic Planning Capabilities Skills in PFEP, RCCP, and detailed capacity planning will help you design efficient material flows and resource plans that support long-term operational goals.

• KPI-Driven Decision Making Understanding and interpreting materials KPIs will allow you to assess performance, identify gaps, and make informed decisions that balance trade-offs across the supply chain.

Education, Licenses, Certifications:

High school diploma or certificate of completion of secondary education or equivalent experience to the extent such experience meets applicable regulations.

This position may require licensing for compliance with export controls or sanctions regulations.

Experience:

Requires some work experience and intermediate level knowledge obtained through training or on-the-job experience. 1-4 years of relevant work experience preferred.

QUALIFICATIONS

Below is the experience needed for this position:

• Experience organizing and scheduling production lines

• Experience with Microsoft Office & Microsoft Excel

• Great communication skills

• Ability to lead a team

• Ability to put production packets together

Job Supply Chain Planning

Organization Cummins Inc.

Role Category On-site

Job Type Office

ReqID 2415382

Relocation Package Yes

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