Senior Supply Chain Planner

Cummins; Peterborough; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading generator technology company is seeking a talented Senior Supply Chain Planner. This hybrid role, based in Peterborough, involves aligning global manufacturing with customer demand, developing multi-site supply scenarios, and guiding stakeholders through changes. Candidates should have significant experience in supply chain planning and proficiency in ERP systems, particularly Oracle. Strong analytical skills and excellent communication abilities are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Strong analytical and operational skills with ERP systems is preferred.
• Excellent communication skills to engage global teams.
• Collaborative mindset for proactively solving problems.

Responsibilities

• Align manufacturing capacity with customer demand.
• Develop multi-site supply scenarios to reduce costs.
• Lead capacity planning discussions and build business cases.
• Guide stakeholders through supply chain changes.
• Manage phase in/out processes to reduce E&O risk.
• Drive supply chain improvement projects.

Skills

Analytical skills

ERP systems proficiency

Advanced Excel

Communication skills

Influencing skills

Collaborative mindset

Problem-solving

Change management

Education

Significant relevant experience in supply chain planning

Experience with ERP systems (e.g., Oracle)

Certifications in supply chain, ERP or Six Sigma

Tools

Oracle ERP

Job description

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Job Description

We are looking for a talented Senior Supply Chain Planner to join our team, specialising in Supply Chain Planning for Cummins Generator Technologies in Peterborough, United Kingdom.

This hybrid role requires attendance at the Peterborough office two days per week, increasing to three days from January 2026.

In this role, you will make an impact in the following ways:

• Align global manufacturing capacity with customer demand to ensure balanced, efficient production planning.
• Develop and present optimal multi-site supply scenarios that reduce cost and improve service levels.
• Lead capacity planning discussions and build business cases to support strategic decisions.
• Guide senior stakeholders through complex supply chain changes with clarity and confidence.
• Execute and enhance the phase-in/out process, focusing on P80/S9 and LV/HV to reduce E&O risk.
• Drive global supply chain improvement projects and ensure alignment with key performance targets.
• Influence global planning teams to adopt consistent practices and support cross-functional goals.
• Support the design and rollout of Oracle ERP to meet evolving customer and operational needs.

Responsibilities

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

• Strong analytical and operational skills, with advanced Excel and ERP system proficiency.
• Excellent communication and influencing skills to engage global teams and senior leaders.
• A collaborative, customer-focused mindset with the ability to solve problems proactively.
• Confidence in leading change, managing complexity, and driving continuous improvement.

Qualifications

Education/Experience:

• Significant relevant experience in supply chain planning, preferably in a global manufacturing or logistics environment.
• Experience with ERP systems (e.g., Oracle), stakeholder management, and cross-functional project leadership is highly desirable.
• Additional certifications in supply chain, ERP systems, or Six Sigma are advantageous.

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

About Us

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.