**DESCRIPTION** **Key Responsibilities:** + Conduct in-depth analysis of sourcing data and present findings to Procurement and Supply Chain leadership to drive process improvements. + Act as a communication link between procurement and manufacturing teams, ensuring smooth collaboration with suppliers. + Prepare and present recommendations for improvement opportunities and alternative actions to Senior Procurement/Sourcing leadership. + Evaluate the consistent application of sourcing procedures and processes across functions. + Support vendor management, market analysis, process analysis, and model building efforts within the procurement team. + Lead analysis projects, providing coaching and support to less experienced analysts. + Foster strong relationships with suppliers to benefit the company's business goals, managing capacity, delivery, and issue resolution projects. + Assist in engineering releases and manage change processes efficiently. **RESPONSIBILITIES** **Qualifications:** + A college degree (or equivalent) in Supply Chain Management or a related field is required. + Licensing may be required for compliance with export control or sanctions regulations. **Competencies:** + **Negotiations Excellence:** Utilize negotiation tools and methods to achieve mutually beneficial contract terms for all parties. + **Action-Oriented:** Tackle new opportunities and challenges with urgency, energy, and enthusiasm. + **Balances Stakeholders:** Anticipate and balance the needs of multiple stakeholders to ensure project success. + **Manages Complexity:** Analyze complex and contradictory information to solve problems effectively. + **Manages Conflict:** Handle conflict situations effectively, maintaining professionalism and minimizing disruption. + **Data Analytics:** Apply data analytics techniques to extract meaningful insights from both qualitative and quantitative data, driving data-driven business decisions. + **Manufacturing Knowledge:** Implement changes in manufacturing processes, equipment, and applications to drive continuous improvement. + **Procurement Ethics:** Ensure compliance with ethical standards in supplier selection, sourcing, and management. + **Procurement Policies & Tools:** Master procurement policies, procedures, and tools to conduct efficient procurement operations. + **Supplier Capacity Management:** Manage supplier capacity and ensure alignment with Cummins' forecast processes for production and aftermarket demand. + **Supplier Performance Management:** Monitor and manage supplier performance through defined metrics and ensure alignment with Cummins' continuous improvement goals. + **Supply Base Risk Management:** Proactively mitigate risks to the supply chain using risk analysis tools and risk mitigation strategies, ensuring continuity of supply, reputational integrity, and margin protection. + **Problem Solving:** Use systematic analysis and industry-standard methodologies to resolve problems and ensure robust, data-based solutions. + **Project Management:** Manage projects by balancing scope, schedule, and resources, ensuring effective execution and realizing the project’s impact. + **Values Differences:** Acknowledge the value of different perspectives and cultures within the organization. **QUALIFICATIONS** **Knowledge/Skills:** + Strong techno-commercial knowledge and expertise. + Experience with stakeholder management and the ability to manage complex relationships. + Proactive problem-solving abilities, with a focus on preventive action. + Proficiency in reading and interpreting technical documents and drawings. + Background in sourcing and supply chain management for engines, cooling systems, and precision machining parts is an advantage. + Advanced skills in Excel and Business Intelligence (BI) dashboards. **Experience:** + Intermediate level of experience in procurement, sourcing, or a related field is required, demonstrating a strong understanding of procurement processes and supplier management. **Job** Purchasing **Organization** Cummins Inc. **Role Category** Hybrid **Job Type** Exempt - Experienced **ReqID** 2408506 **Relocation Package** No