Procurement and Supply Continuity Specialist - Senior

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.

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• 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.

• 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.

• 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.

• Intermediate level of experience in procurement, sourcing, or a related field is required, demonstrating a strong understanding of procurement processes and supplier management.