Wholegoods Material Planner

We are looking for a talented Whole goods Material Planner to join our DBU Whole goods Planning Team in Peterborough, United Kingdom
. This is a permanent hybrid position, working 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday.

• Develop and maintain supply plans that align whole goods availability with customer demand while supporting operational efficiency and delivery performance.
• Utilize materials planning systems to monitor supply and demand signals, resolve exceptions, and drive long-term corrective actions through root cause analysis.
• Create and maintain accurate master supply schedules that balance customer requirements with manufacturing, procurement, and replenishment capabilities.
• Lead part change management activities, including engineering changes, obsolescence, supersessions, and new part introductions while minimizing excess and obsolete inventory.
• Collaborate with suppliers, sourcing teams, and supply chain partners to address material constraints, reduce lead times, and improve supply continuity.
• Monitor and analyze supply chain KPIs, identifying gaps, driving improvements, and balancing performance trade‑offs to meet business objectives.
• Support Plan for Every Part (PFEP) initiatives by maintaining accurate planning parameters and optimizing material flow across the end‑to‑end supply chain.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to improve inventory management, support supplier performance initiatives, and ensure timely communication of recovery plans and material risks.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to manage complex supply chain data and make informed planning decisions.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills to build strong relationships with suppliers, customers, and cross-functional stakeholders.
• Ability to prioritize competing demands, adapt to changing business conditions, and consistently deliver results in a fast-paced environment.
• Knowledge of materials planning, inventory management, supply scheduling, and continuous improvement principles to optimize supply chain performance.

• High school diploma, secondary education certificate, or equivalent experience required; a degree in Business, Engineering, Supply Chain, or a related field is preferred.
• Significant experience in materials planning, production scheduling, inventory control, manufacturing, or a related supply chain discipline.
  
  Experience utilizing ERP and materials planning systems to manage supply and demand, analyze exceptions, and support business decision‑making.
• Demonstrated knowledge of master scheduling, inventory optimization, part change management, and supplier collaboration processes.
• Understanding of export controls, compliance requirements, and applicable supply chain regulations is beneficial.

Job Supply Chain Planning

Organization Cummins Inc.

Role Category On-site with Flexibility

Job Type Office

ReqID 2438583

Relocation Package No

100% On‑Site No