Job Description

DESCRIPTION

We are looking for a talented

Senior Buying Specialist

to join our team for our

Purchasing Department

in

Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire, United Kingdom.

This role is offered as a hybrid position.

In this role, you will make an impact in the following ways

:


Purchase Order Management: Responsible for raising and receiving purchase orders, ensuring timely and accurate procurement transactions. RFQ Execution: Manages Request for Quotations (RFQs), supporting competitive sourcing and supplier selection processes. Indirect Purchasing Support: Provides procurement support for indirect purchasing needs, particularly for European Tractions, ensuring alignment with regional requirements. Supplier Engagement: Builds and maintains strong relationships with suppliers through regular meetings and communications, fostering collaboration and performance. Issue Resolution: Proactively identifies and mitigates procurement-related issues to maintain continuity and quality in supply chain operations. Project Collaboration: Participates in project calls and contributes to cross-functional initiatives, ensuring procurement alignment with broader business goals. Global Supplier Coordination: Works on global projects involving suppliers across regions, supporting strategic sourcing and procurement excellence. Logistics Support for VPI Programs: Provides logistical and procurement support for Value Package Introduction (VPI) programs, contributing to successful product launches.

RESPONSIBILITIES

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

Clear Communication: Deliver tailored, effective messages to diverse audiences. Procurement Expertise: Understand and apply procurement policies, procedures, and tools confidently. Process Knowledge: Navigate the Source-to-Pay cycle efficiently for smooth operations. Analytical Thinking: Solve problems and support decisions with data-driven insights.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education/ Experience:

Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in Supply Chain Management or a related field. Proven experience in the automotive industry, with a strong understanding of sector-specific standards and practices. Familiarity with eAxle and traction products, including sourcing and supplier engagement. Hands-on experience supporting VPI (Value Package Introduction) or NPI (New Product Introduction) programs.

Job

Purchasing

Organization

Cummins Inc.

Role Category

Remote

Job Type

Exempt - Experienced

ReqID

2420803

Relocation Package

No