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Cummins Inc.

16d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Entry, Junior & Mid Level
  • Logistics
  • Pune

AI generated summary

  • You need a relevant degree, supply chain certifications, Excel proficiency, data analysis skills, teamwork capability, and flexibility for late hours and compliance licensing.
  • You will analyze supply chain data, ensure report integrity, manage inventory, support improvement projects, and leverage tools for optimal planning and decision-making.

Requirements

  • College, university, or equivalent degree required.
  • This position may require licensing for compliance with export controls or sanctions regulations.
  • Minimal to intermediate level of experience required.
  • A bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, or a related field is required.
  • Certifications in supply chain management or planning (e.g., APICS CPIM, CSCP) are a plus.
  • Proficiency in Excel, Access, TOAD, OMS, Xelus and other supply chain planning tools.
  • Familiarity with advanced tools such as Advanced Planning Command Centre and BI Dashboards is preferred.
  • Strong ability to analyze large sets of data, perform root cause analysis, and develop actionable insights to improve supply chain processes.
  • Ability to identify supply chain issues, propose solutions, and implement corrective actions in a timely and efficient manner.
  • Strong teamwork and interpersonal skills, with the ability to communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
  • Capable of managing multiple priorities simultaneously, with a strong focus on accuracy and meeting deadlines.
  • The position may require flexibility in working hours and the ability to coordinate across multiple time zones.
  • This role may require licensing for compliance with export controls or sanctions regulations, depending on the nature of the work.
  • Ability to work in office hours from 5:00 PM to 2:00 AM as required.

Responsibilities

  • Provide analytical support to one or more functional areas
  • Use common processes tools, and information systems to enable supply chain analysis.
  • Ensure data integrity of all analytics and reports.
  • Analyze and interpret Key Performance Indicators to identify areas for improvement and action plans.
  • Participate in six sigma and supply chain improvement projects
  • Use existing business systems to provide analytics and reporting that are capable and repeatable.
  • Uses the materials planning system to manage supply and demand plans taking long-term corrective action on exception messages and other alerts based on root cause analysis; occasionally refers to adhoc tools such as Excel, Access, TOAD, OMS, etc. in performing problem solving, while leveraging the materials planning system as the primary tool in day-to-day operations.
  • Uses PFEP in planning, designing, and management of systems and processes within a facility to ensure delivery of right part at the right time in the right quantity to the right place, which in turn guarantees smooth operations; applies PFEP principles on the end to end supply chain with particular attention to the relationships between master data management, materials planning parameters, engineered material flows, transport management, and warehouse management.
  • Extracts, transforms, models, interprets, and presents planning data with the goal of mining useful information, troubleshooting, suggesting conclusions, and supporting value creating decision making.
  • Uses analytics and algorithms to determine the optimal level of inventory investment across the end-to-end supply chain within specific constraints (warehouse space, customer delivery, etc.); provides guidance and expertise on planning parameter refinement; develops inventory strategies to support Cummins' strategy and not just a business unit strategy.
  • Uses advanced tools (e.g. Advanced Planning Command Centre, Business Intelligence (BI) Dashboards etc.) to take a decision related to parts availability, inventory optimization and root cause analysis.
  • Operates in relation to recent or historical outputs as compared to expectations of the organization to determine next steps to drive improvement; assesses gaps to the supply chain performance against the expectation of achieving target deliverables; interprets KPIs to understand end-customer impact; strategically balances trade-offs to influence one KPI while minimizing the impact to others.
  • Recognizing the value that different perspectives and cultures bring to an organization.

FAQs

What is the primary function of a Supply Chain Analyst?

The primary function of a Supply Chain Analyst is to use analytical and quantitative methods to understand, predict, and enhance supply chain processes, analyzing performance, identifying problems, and developing recommendations for improvement.

What qualifications are required for this position?

A bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, or a related field is required. Certifications in supply chain management or planning, such as APICS CPIM or CSCP, are a plus.

What skills are essential for success in this role?

Essential skills include proficiency in Excel, Access, TOAD, OMS, and other supply chain planning tools, strong analytical skills, problem-solving abilities, effective collaboration and communication, time management, and attention to detail.

What type of experience is required for this position?

The position requires minimal to intermediate level of experience.

Is this position flexible in terms of working hours?

Yes, the position may require flexibility in working hours and the ability to coordinate across multiple time zones.

What tools and systems will I be using in this role?

You will utilize various tools and systems, including the materials planning system, Advanced Planning Command Centre, Business Intelligence (BI) Dashboards, and analytics tools like Excel and Access.

Are there opportunities for growth and development in this role?

Yes, there are opportunities for growth and development as you can participate in six sigma and supply chain improvement projects while enhancing your analytical skills and knowledge in supply chain processes.

Will I be required to work specific hours?

Yes, this role may require working in office hours from 5:00 PM to 2:00 AM as required.

Is there an export compliance requirement for this job?

Yes, this role may require licensing for compliance with export controls or sanctions regulations, depending on the nature of the work.

How important is teamwork in this position?

Teamwork is very important, as strong interpersonal and collaboration skills are necessary for effectively communicating with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

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Cummins Inc.

Automotive
Industry
10,001+
Employees
1919
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

At Cummins, we empower everyone to grow their careers through meaningful work, building inclusive and equitable teams, coaching, development and opportunities to make a difference. Across our entire organization, you'll find engineers, developers, and technicians who are innovating, designing, testing, and building. You'll also find accountants, marketers, as well as manufacturing, quality and supply chain specialists who are working with technology that's just as innovative and advanced. From your first day at Cummins, we’re focused on understanding your talents, current skills and future goals – and creating a plan to get you there. Your journey begins with planning your development and connecting to diverse experiences designed to spur innovation. From our internships to our senior leadership roles, we attract, hire and reward the best and brightest from around the world and look to them for new ideas and fresh perspectives.