Strategic Material Planner: Supply Chain

Cummins Inc; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Cummins Inc. in Troy, MI is seeking a Material Planner to join the Supply Chain Planning team. You will balance supply with production, manage inventories, and ensure material availability to support manufacturing schedules.

The ideal candidate has strong experience with MRP systems, Excel, PFEP methodology, and cross-functional collaboration with suppliers and operations. This exempt full-time role offers on-site work with flexibility and opportunities for continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• College, university, or equivalent degree required.
• Strong materials planning and inventory management expertise.
• Experience with MRP systems and PFEP methodology.

Responsibilities

• Balance supply with production and demand to minimize shortages.
• Maintain supplier schedules and adjust orders as needed.
• Identify and mitigate supply risks to protect production plans.
• Monitor supplier performance and drive continuous improvement.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with demand planning, operations, and suppliers.

Skills

Material planning

Inventory management

Analytical problem-solving

Cross-functional collaboration

Results-driven mindset

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Excel

MRP systems

PFEP methodology

Job description

Cummins Inc. in Troy, MI is seeking a Material Planner to join the Supply Chain Planning team. You will balance supply with production, manage inventories, and ensure material availability to support manufacturing schedules.

The ideal candidate has strong experience with MRP systems, Excel, PFEP methodology, and cross-functional collaboration with suppliers and operations. This exempt full-time role offers on-site work with flexibility and opportunities for continuous improvement.