Supply Chain Planner

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 .

How You Will Make an Impact

• Drive Supply Chain Performance - Execute daily supply chain planning activities to ensure materials, production, inventory, and customer demand requirements are met efficiently.
• Improve Planning Accuracy - Develop and optimize planning system strategies that create reliable signals across the supply chain and improve decision-making.
• Monitor and Optimize System Parameters - Continuously review and adjust planning system settings to align supply with changing business and operational needs.
• Analyze Key Performance Metrics - Track and interpret supply chain KPIs to identify trends, uncover improvement opportunities, and drive corrective actions.
• Mitigate Supply Chain Risks - Proactively identify potential disruptions, shortages, and planning failures while implementing actions to minimize business impact.
• Enhance Cross-Functional Collaboration - Partner with internal and external stakeholders to develop short-term tactical solutions that improve operational performance.
• Drive Process Standardization - Utilize common tools, processes, and information systems to promote consistency and efficiency across supply chain operations.
• Support Continuous Improvement Initiatives - Participate in process improvement teams and lead efforts that strengthen planning effectiveness, operational excellence, and customer satisfaction.

Responsibilities

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

• 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.

Education, Licenses, Certifications:
College, university, or equivalent degree required.
This position may require licensing for compliance with export controls or sanctions regulations.

Experience:
Minimal to intermediate level of experience required

Qualifications

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Cummins is an equal opportunity employer. Our policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified persons without regard to race, sex, color, disability, national origin, age, religion, union affiliation, sexual orientation, veteran status, citizenship, gender identity, or other status protected by law.