The Supply Chain Analyst uses analytical and quantitative methods to understand, predict, and enhance supply chain processes. This role is responsible for analyzing performance, identifying issues, and developing data-driven recommendations to improve overall supply chain efficiency, reliability, and effectiveness. The analyst supports decision-making by delivering accurate insights and driving continuous improvement initiatives across the supply chain.
Key Responsibilities- Provide analytical support across one or more supply chain functional areas (materials planning, logistics, inventory, etc.).
- Utilize standard processes, tools, and information systems to enable effective supply chain analysis.
- Ensure accuracy, integrity, and consistency of all analytics, reports, and dashboards.
- Analyze and interpret Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to identify trends, gaps, and improvement opportunities.
- Develop actionable insights and support implementation of corrective action plans.
- Participate in Six Sigma and continuous improvement initiatives across the supply chain.
- Leverage business systems to create scalable, repeatable analytics and reporting solutions.
- Support materials planning processes, including supply-demand balancing and exception management.
- Monitor procurement signals, expedite orders where required, and ensure alignment with supply plans.
- Collaborate with internal teams and external suppliers to ensure smooth material flow and issue resolution.
- Apply Plan for Every Part (PFEP) principles to optimize material flow and inventory management.
- Conduct root cause analysis and troubleshooting to resolve planning and operational issues.
- Develop inventory optimization strategies aligned with business and enterprise goals.
- Use advanced tools (e.g., Kinaxis, BI dashboards) for planning, reporting, and decision-making.
- Track and manage supply chain KPIs, balancing trade-offs to achieve optimal performance outcomes.
- Effective Communication: Ability to convey complex information clearly to diverse audiences.
- Results Orientation: Consistently delivers outcomes, even under challenging conditions.
- Global Perspective: Applies a broad, enterprise-wide mindset to problem-solving.
- Complex Problem Solving: Analyzes large volumes of data to derive meaningful insights.
- Process Optimization: Identifies and implements efficient, scalable process improvements.
- Analytical & Troubleshooting Skills: Strong capability in data extraction, modeling, interpretation, and decision support.
- Materials Planning Systems Expertise: Proficient in using planning tools for supply-demand management and exception handling.
- Inventory Optimization: Applies analytics to balance inventory levels with service and cost objectives.
- KPI Management: Interprets performance metrics to drive continuous improvement.
- Collaboration & Inclusivity: Values diverse perspectives and works effectively across teams and cultures.
- 4–5 years of relevant experience in supply chain planning, analytics, or related roles.
- Hands-on experience with Kinaxis or similar advanced planning tools is required.
- Experience in coordinating with internal stakeholders and external suppliers.
- Proven experience in order processing, monitoring, and supply plan execution.
- Familiarity with NPI/VPI processes.
- Experience in metrics analysis, reporting, and tools such as GOMS and aftermarket material planning is preferred.
- This role supports the US time zone and requires working in Night Shift (5:00 PM – 2:00 AM IST).
- Night shift allowance and transportation (pickup and drop within PMC & PCMC limits) are provided.
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university (Supply Chain, Engineering, Business, or related field preferred).
- May require compliance with export controls or sanctions regulations.
Skills Required
- 4-5 years of relevant experience in supply chain planning, analytics, or related roles
- Hands-on experience with Kinaxis or similar advanced planning tools
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university
Cummins Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Cummins and has not been reviewed or approved by Cummins.
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Retirement Support — A 401(k) with company contribution/match and both defined contribution and defined benefit pension plans are offered, alongside profit sharing and an employee stock purchase plan. This mix supports long-term savings and financial security.
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Healthcare Strength — Multiple medical plan options (HSA, HSA Plus, PPO) with dental, vision, life and long-term disability coverage are provided, along with telehealth, mental-health support, and wellness tools. In-network protections and HSA/HSA Plus structures are described to help manage costs.
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Parental & Family Support — Paid maternity and paternity leave, family medical leave, and adoption assistance are offered. Reduced or flexible hours and unpaid extended leave options further support caregiving needs.
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