Material Planner
Cummins West Africa Limited
Date: 7 hours ago
City: Daventry, England
Contract type: Full time
Description
We are looking for a talented Supply Chain Coordinator to join our team specializing in Supply Chain Planning for Our Materials Department in Daventry, Northamptonshire, United Kingdom
This hybrid role is a 12-month maternity cover
In this role, you will make an impact in the following ways:
To be successful in this role you will need the following:
Education/ Experience:
We are looking for a talented Supply Chain Coordinator to join our team specializing in Supply Chain Planning for Our Materials Department in Daventry, Northamptonshire, United Kingdom
This hybrid role is a 12-month maternity cover
In this role, you will make an impact in the following ways:
- Optimizing Inventory Management – Ensuring optimal stock levels by analyzing supply and demand trends, preventing overstock or shortages, and improving overall supply chain efficiency.
- Aligning Supply with Demand – Using statistical analysis to bridge the gap between demand forecasts and supply plans, ensuring stability and responsiveness in operations.
- Enhancing Data-Driven Decision-Making – Running simulations and impact assessments on planning parameter changes, providing actionable insights to improve key performance indicators (KPIs).
- Proactively Identifying Risks – Monitoring demand signals and stock levels to flag potential disruptions, allowing for timely corrective actions that minimize operational bottlenecks.
- Improving Cross-Functional Collaboration – Working closely with different teams to align supply chain processes, fostering better communication and efficiency across departments.
- Driving Continuous Improvement – Engaging in process improvement initiatives, quality checks, and best practice implementations to enhance operational effectiveness.
- Supporting Compliance & Safety Standards – Adhering to health, safety, and environmental (HSE) policies, contributing to a safe and regulatory-compliant work environment.
- Developing Professional Growth & Expertise – Continuously improving skills through training and knowledge-sharing, staying ahead in supply chain planning and analytics.
To be successful in this role you will need the following:
- Strong Inventory and Materials Management Skills: Ability to use Plan for Every Part (PFEP) principles to manage materials, ensure part availability, and optimize inventory levels while aligning with supply chain goals and customer delivery requirements.
- Proficiency in Data and Analytics: Skilled in using Excel and other tools to analyze and optimize inventory, apply algorithms for decision-making, and evaluate supply chain performance using KPIs.
- Effective Communication and Problem-Solving: Clear communication with suppliers, management, and teams to address material issues and ensure smooth operations; capable of identifying supply chain gaps and addressing challenges.
- Organizational and Prioritization Abilities: Strong time-management skills to balance workloads, ensure timely part deliveries, and execute efficient planning across various supply chain functions, including demand and supply alignment.
Education/ Experience:
- High school diploma or certificate of completion of secondary education or equivalent experience to the extent such experience meets applicable regulations.
- Requires some work experience and intermediate level knowledge obtained through training or on-the-job experience.
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