Project Manager - Supply Chain Planning

The Project Manager – Supply Chain Planning is responsible for managing, developing, and implementing projects of varying complexity and size in the assigned functional area. This role plays a critical part in operationalizing non-emissions compliance across the end-to-end supply chain and ensures successful execution of projects that address global regulations such as RoHS and CBAM. The position requires close collaboration with cross-functional, cross-business unit, and cross-regional teams to achieve project objectives effectively and on time.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage multiple projects from initiation to completion, ensuring alignment with business objectives.
• Facilitate project planning sessions with stakeholders to define scope, objectives, deliverables, and success criteria.
• Develop detailed project plans, timelines, milestones, and resource requirements, and track performance against goals.
• Monitor and report project progress, identifying risks, issues, and escalations, while ensuring timely resolutions.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Engineering, Procurement, Quality, Manufacturing, Legal, PCRA, IT, and other Supply Chain functions), as well as cross-BU and regional teams, to align and execute project deliverables.
• Manage project budget, conduct analysis, and provide input into the design and implementation of effective project strategies.
• Maintain and communicate project documentation, including project notes, databases, and status reports.
• Share learnings, best practices, and experiences to enhance organizational project execution capabilities.
• Coach and guide team members throughout project phases, providing developmental feedback where applicable.

Required Competencies

• Project Management Expertise: Strong execution skills with ability to use project management tools for scope, schedule, resource, and risk management.
• Project Issue and Risk Management: Ability to identify, assess, and mitigate risks and issues, driving positive outcomes.
• Project Resource & Schedule Management: Effective planning and management of resources, timelines, and milestones to ensure on-time delivery.
• Supply Chain Knowledge: Understanding of end-to-end supply chain processes, balancing cost, delivery, inventory, and compliance considerations.
• Financial Acumen: Interpreting and applying key financial indicators for better decision-making.
• Business Insight: Applying marketplace knowledge to advance organizational objectives.
• Communication Skills: Developing and delivering clear, audience-specific communication across functions and levels.
• Customer Focus: Building strong customer relationships and delivering effective, customer-centric solutions.
• Managing Complexity: Analyzing and addressing high-volume and complex information to solve problems.
• Conflict Management: Effectively handling and resolving conflict situations.
• Planning & Alignment: Prioritizing and organizing work to meet commitments aligned with business goals.
• Valuing Differences: Recognizing and leveraging the value of diverse perspectives and cultures.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree (College, University, or equivalent) required.
• Project Management certification (PMP/Prince2) is desirable but not mandatory.

Skills And Experience

• Experience: 3–5 years of relevant work experience in project management, preferably in Supply Chain or related functions.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency with project management tools and methodologies; strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
• Domain Knowledge: Familiarity with supply chain planning, logistics, compliance, or regulatory-driven projects preferred.
• Global Exposure: Experience working in matrix organizations and collaborating with global, cross-functional teams.

Cummins is an equal opportunity employer. Our policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified persons without regard to race, sex, color, disability, national origin, age, religion, union affiliation, sexual orientation, veteran status, citizenship, gender identity, or other status protected by law.