Supply Chain Manager

Cummins•Frankfort, KY

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Supply Chain Manager will lead supply chain planning and operations for Cummins Drivetrain and Braking Systems (CDBS) at the Frankfort, Kentucky facility. The role oversees end-to-end supply chain functions and works to provide reliable service, quality, and delivery to internal and external customers. The manager will use performance data to improve business outcomes, address supply chain risks and disruptions, and promote continuous improvement in alignment with the Cummins Operating System and Functional Excellence standards. The role also includes coaching and developing employees and fostering cross-functional collaboration.

Requirements

College, university, or equivalent degree required.
Significant relevant experience required.
Strong knowledge of end-to-end supply chain processes, including inventory management, material planning, logistics, and customer fulfillment.
Ability to communicate effectively with diverse stakeholders and foster collaboration.
Ability to analyze KPIs, operational trends, and planning data to support decisions and improve performance.
Strategic problem-solving and continuous improvement capabilities.
This position may require licensing for compliance with export controls or sanctions regulations.

Nice To Haves

5–7 years of relevant experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Lead and optimize materials management, production planning, inventory control, logistics, demand management, and order fulfillment.
Meet customer service, quality, and delivery commitments for internal and external customers.
Identify and implement process improvements aligned with the Cummins Operating System and Functional Excellence standards.
Collaborate across business units and supply chain functions to improve planning, communication, and organizational consistency.
Address supplier constraints, operational disruptions, and capacity challenges with stakeholders.
Monitor KPIs and operational trends, analyze performance, and implement corrective actions.
Resolve supply chain issues to minimize disruption to production, inventory flow, and customer deliveries.
Coach, mentor, and develop employees through goal setting, training, performance management, and career development.
Communicate direction, remove obstacles, and foster collaboration among stakeholders.
Build employee capability, accountability, engagement, and an inclusive, trusting work environment.
Apply end-to-end supply chain knowledge to drive operational success.
Use KPIs, operational trends, and planning data to identify opportunities, balance priorities, and improve performance and customer outcomes.
Manage planning disruptions, optimize processes, mitigate risks, and lead continuous improvement while maintaining performance and customer satisfaction.