JOB SUMMARY
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 productive 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
📌 Supply Planning Coordinator (Pune)
🏢 Cummins
📍 Pune