The Materials Planning Analyst is responsible for planning and managing material availability to support production schedules and customer demand while optimizing inventory levels. This role ensures timely procurement and replenishment of materials, collaborates with suppliers and cross-functional teams, and supports efficient supply chain operations through effective planning, inventory management, and continuous process improvement. The position contributes to achieving customer delivery commitments while maintaining operational excellence and supply chain performance.
Key Responsibilities- Plan and manage material requirements to support production schedules and customer demand.
- Generate and manage purchase orders and work orders to ensure uninterrupted material availability.
- Monitor inventory levels and optimize material flow while minimizing excess and obsolete inventory.
- Coordinate with suppliers, sourcing teams, and internal stakeholders to resolve material shortages and supply constraints.
- Participate in supplier allocation discussions and support recovery plans for material availability.
- Expedite purchase or production orders to meet changing business requirements.
- Manage part change requests, engineering changes, and product ramp-up/ramp-down activities.
- Perform quality checks on material planning master data, including lead times, order quantities, and planning parameters.
- Support Plan for Every Part (PFEP) initiatives to improve material planning and inventory accuracy.
- Collaborate with Supply Chain Planning teams to reposition inventory across locations based on demand.
- Monitor critical supplier schedules, order boards, and overdue orders to ensure timely execution.
- Provide timely updates on inventory availability, supply risks, and recovery plans.
- Support supplier performance improvement initiatives and supply chain process enhancements.
- Maintain accurate planning records and communicate action plans affecting material availability.
- Participate in continuous improvement initiatives focused on quality, safety, material flow, and operational efficiency.
- Comply with Cummins Health, Safety, Environment (HSE), quality, and operational standards.
- Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Operations Management, or a related discipline preferred.
- Diploma or equivalent qualification with relevant industry experience may also be considered.
- Experience in materials planning, production scheduling, inventory control, manufacturing, or supply chain operations.
- Basic understanding of supply chain planning concepts and material planning processes.
- Working knowledge of Oracle ERP or similar enterprise resource planning systems.
- Understanding of production planning, inventory management, and procurement processes.
- Familiarity with Plan for Every Part (PFEP), materials planning systems, and supply chain best practices.
- Knowledge of part change management, inventory optimization, and supplier scheduling.
- Ability to analyze material requirements, planning parameters, and inventory data.
- Good understanding of supply chain KPIs and continuous improvement methodologies.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
- Effective communication and stakeholder management skills with the ability to collaborate across cross-functional teams.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and work in a dynamic manufacturing environment.
Customer-focused mindset with strong attention to detail and commitment to meeting delivery commitments.
Knowledge of Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) and quality processes within a manufacturing environment is preferred.
About UsCummins 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.Skills Required
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Operations Management, or a related discipline
- Diploma or equivalent qualification with relevant industry experience
- Experience in materials planning, production scheduling, inventory control, manufacturing, or supply chain operations
- Basic understanding of supply chain planning concepts and material planning processes
- Working knowledge of Oracle ERP or similar enterprise resource planning systems
- Understanding of production planning, inventory management, and procurement processes
- Familiarity with Plan for Every Part, materials planning systems, and supply chain best practices
- Knowledge of part change management, inventory optimization, and supplier scheduling
- Ability to analyze material requirements, planning parameters, and inventory data
- Understanding of supply chain KPIs and continuous improvement methodologies
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, organizational, communication, and stakeholder management skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic manufacturing environment
- Knowledge of Health, Safety & Environment and quality processes within a manufacturing environment
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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