Job Summary

Under minimal supervision and in accordance with Cummins Delegation of Authority Policy, the Material Planner determines material requirements and order timing needed to support production schedules and customer demand. The role is responsible for planning, scheduling, and expediting materials to ensure uninterrupted production while optimizing inventory levels, maintaining data accuracy, and supporting operational excellence. The Material Planner collaborates closely with suppliers, purchasing, manufacturing, quality, and logistics teams to ensure timely availability of materials and effective resolution of supply-related issues.

Key Responsibilities

Material Planning & Delivery

• Analyze demand requirements and determine material quantities and order dates required to support production schedules and customer orders.
• Create and manage purchase orders and work orders to align with approved demand plans.
• Monitor material availability and proactively expedite purchase or production orders to prevent shortages.




• Maintain appropriate inventory levels while balancing cost, quality, and delivery objectives.
• Collaborate with suppliers, purchasing teams, manufacturing, and logistics to resolve supply chain disruptions and ensure continuity of operations.
• Review material requirements planning (MRP) outputs and take appropriate actions to support production needs.

Inventory Management

• Support inventory optimization initiatives by managing stock levels, safety stock parameters, and replenishment strategies.
• Perform regular reviews of inventory health and identify opportunities to reduce excess and obsolete inventory.
• Participate in cycle count investigations and inventory accuracy improvement activities.

Data Management & Process Excellence

• Maintain accurate planning master data, including lead times, order quantities, supplier information, and replenishment parameters.
• Perform quality checks on material planning master data and support

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