Supply Chain Planner

Cummins • Troy, MI

3d • Onsite

About The Position

We are looking for a talented Supply Chain Planner to join our team specializing in Supply Chain Planning for our CDBS (Cummins Drivetrain and Braking Systems) Facility in Troy, MI.

Requirements

• Strong Communication & Collaboration: Communicate effectively with diverse stakeholders, build strong customer relationships, and collaborate across multiple sites to achieve supply chain objectives.
• Analytical & Problem-Solving Skills: Interpret supply chain KPIs, manage complex situations, perform root cause analysis, and make data-driven decisions that improve performance and reduce risk.
• Supply Chain Planning Expertise: Demonstrate proficiency in material planning, master supply scheduling, PFEP principles, part change control management, and inventory optimization to ensure uninterrupted operations.
• Systems & Technical Proficiency: Effectively utilize planning tools and systems, including Oracle, JDE, Excel, BI dashboards, and materials planning systems to manage supply and demand requirements.
• Continuous Improvement & Results Focus: Drive results through process optimization, continuous improvement initiatives, efficient work processes, and a global mindset that balances customer needs, operational efficiency, and business goals.
• College, university, or equivalent degree required.
• Minimal to intermediate level of experience required.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

• Execute daily supply chain planning activities to ensure materials, production, inventory, and customer demand requirements are met efficiently.
• Develop and optimize planning system strategies that create reliable signals across the supply chain and improve decision-making.
• Continuously review and adjust planning system settings to align supply with changing business and operational needs.
• Track and interpret supply chain KPIs to identify trends, uncover improvement opportunities, and drive corrective actions.
• Proactively identify potential disruptions, shortages, and planning failures while implementing actions to minimize business impact.
• Partner with internal and external stakeholders to develop short-term tactical solutions that improve operational performance.
• Utilize common tools, processes, and information systems to promote consistency and efficiency across supply chain operations.
• Participate in process improvement teams and lead efforts that strengthen planning effectiveness, operational excellence, and customer satisfaction.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level