Materials Specialist - Inventory

Cummins

4.3

(41)

Huddersfield, United Kingdom

Why you should apply for a job to Cummins:

  • 4.3/5 in overall job satisfaction
  • 4.8/5 in supportive management
  • 83% say women are treated fairly and equally to men
  • 85% would recommend this company to other women
  • 97% say the CEO supports gender diversity
  • Ratings are based on anonymous reviews by Fairygodboss members.
  • Annual merit and profit sharing based on individual and company performance.
  • More than 150 employee resource groups (ERGs) worldwide provide opportunities for leadership training and professional development.
  • 55% of Cummins’ Executive Team, made up of leaders guiding company strategy, is made up of women.
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    Position summary

    te to a high-performing, continuously evolving team environment.

    • Optimize Material Flow: You'll ensure timely and accurate ordering of materials to meet production and customer demand, directly influencing operational efficiency and customer satisfaction.

    • Champion Safety & Compliance: By actively engaging in HSE training and reporting hazards or incidents, you'll help foster a safer, more compliant workplace culture.

    • Elevate Quality Standards: Your attention to master data accuracy and collaboration with the Quality team will reduce non-conforming materials and support a robust Plan for Every Part (PFEP).

    RESPONSIBILITIES

    To be successful in this role you will need the following:

    • Proficiency in Materials Planning Systems: You must be adept at using enterprise planning tools (e.g., ERP systems) to manage supply and demand, resolve exceptions, and perform root cause analysis-while supplementing with tools like Excel or Access when needed.

    • Mastery of PFEP Principles: A deep understanding of Plan for Every Part (PFEP) is essential to optimize material flow, synchronize supply chain elements, and ensure the right parts reach the right place at the right time.

    • KPI-Driven Decision Making: Success hinges on your ability to interpret materials KPIs, identify performance gaps, and make strategic trade-offs that improve supply chain outcomes without compromising other metrics.

    QUALIFICATIONS

    Education/ Experience:

    • College, University or equivalent degree in Business, Engineering, or related field preferred.

    • Requires significant relevant work experience or specialized skills obtained through education, training, or on-the-job experience in an equivalent field such as materials planning, production scheduling, manufacturing, or inventory control.

    • Strong I.T. capability - Strong user level of Excel, Oracle and other tools.

    • Good understanding of Inventory Control systems, Manufacturing operations & MRP systems, including JIT, Kanban, SMI, Production control, Order management and Component scheduling.

    • This position may require licensing for compliance with export controls or sanctions regulations.

    Job Supply Chain Planning

    Organization Cummins Inc.

    Role Category On-site

    Job Type Shop

    ReqID 2418115

    Relocation Package No

    Why you should apply for a job to Cummins:

  • 4.3/5 in overall job satisfaction
  • 4.8/5 in supportive management
  • 83% say women are treated fairly and equally to men
  • 85% would recommend this company to other women
  • 97% say the CEO supports gender diversity
  • Ratings are based on anonymous reviews by Fairygodboss members.
  • Annual merit and profit sharing based on individual and company performance.
  • More than 150 employee resource groups (ERGs) worldwide provide opportunities for leadership training and professional development.
  • 55% of Cummins’ Executive Team, made up of leaders guiding company strategy, is made up of women.