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Cummins · Columbus, IN

# VPI - Supply Planning Coordinator

Columbus, IN 

Listed on Cummins’s official careers site. Posted October 21, 2026. Check that it is still open and apply there.
[Apply on Cummins’s careers site →](https://cummins.jobs/columbus-in/vpi-supply-planning-coordinator/EEBFF400027240DC9EE0B4D93FDD5AB2/job/)

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## Job description

We are looking for a talented VPI - Supply Planning Coordinator to join our team specializing in Supply Chain Planning for our Cummins Inc. facility in Columbus, IN. In this role, you will make an impact in the following ways:
- Ensure material availability by determining accurate order quantities and timing to support production schedules and customer demand.
- Initiate and expedite purchase and production orders to maintain supply continuity and minimize disruptions.
- Collaborate with suppliers, sourcing teams, and cross-functional partners to proactively address constraints and improve delivery performance.
- Optimize inventory levels by balancing supply and demand, reducing lead times, and minimizing excess and obsolete inventory.
- Support Plan for Every Part (PFEP) initiatives through master data accuracy checks and effective material planning practices.
- Drive timely resolution of non-conforming materials and critical supply issues to protect production and customer commitments.
- Provide clear, accurate updates on inventory availability, backorder recovery plans, and supplier performance to support informed decision-making.
- Contribute to continuous improvement by participating in quality, safety, material flow, and process enhancement projects while maintaining compliance with HSE and quality standards. To be successful in this role you will need the following:
- Strong communication skills to effectively share information, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and tailor messaging to meet the needs of different audiences.
- Ability to analyze complex and sometimes conflicting information to make sound planning decisions and resolve supply chain challenges.
- Proficiency in utilizing materials planning systems and related tools to manage supply and demand, investigate exceptions, and drive data-based corrective actions.
- Knowledge of PFEP, master supply scheduling, and part change control processes to support efficient material flow, inventory optimization, and customer delivery requirements.
- Continuous improvement mindset with the ability to interpret supply chain KPIs, evaluate performance gaps, and optimize processes to improve operational results while balancing business priorities.

### Education/Experience
- High school diploma or certificate of completion of secondary education or equivalent experience to the extent such experience meets applicable regulations.
- College, University or equivalent degree in Business, Engineering, or related field preferred.
- This position may require licensing for compliance with export controls or sanctions regulations.
- Requires significant relevant work experience or specialized skills obtained through education, training, or on-the-job experience in an equivalent field such as materials planning, production scheduling, manufacturing, or inventory control. Additional Information _Core experience_ + 3–5+ years of experience in material planning, supply chain, production planning, or procurement.
- Experience supporting new product/program launches, preferably from development through production ramp-up.
- Strong understanding of MRP, ERP, BOMs, inventory planning, and demand/supply balancing.
- Experience managing materials across multiple suppliers, manufacturing sites, and/or contract manufacturers.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with changing demand, engineering changes, and launch schedules. _Key technical skills_ +

### MRP/ERP systems

SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics, or equivalent.
- BOM and material master management.
- Demand planning and forecasting.
- Capacity and lead-time analysis.
- Safety stock and inventory optimization.
- Purchase order and supplier delivery management.
- Shortage identification and resolution.
- Advanced Excel skills, including PivotTables, XLOOKUP/VLOOKUP, Power Query, and data analysis.
- Ability to create and maintain material readiness dashboards/KPIs.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with multidisciplinary teams.
- Present material and supply-chain issues clearly, facilitate problem-solving discussions, and develop and track effective corrective actions to resolve issues and support program launch objectives.

### Job

Supply Chain Planning

### Organization

Cummins Inc.

### Role Category

On-site with Flexibility

### Job Type

Office

### ReqID

2438585

### Relocation Package

Yes 100% On-Site No

### Cummins and E-Verify

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Our policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified persons without regard to race, gender, color, disability, national origin, age, religion, union affiliation, sexual orientation, veteran status, citizenship, gender identity and/or expression, or other status protected by law. Cummins validates the right to work using E-Verify and will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), with information from each new employee’s Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.

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## At a glance
- Posted by the employer: Oct 21, 2026
- First seen by OpenNash: Oct 31, 2026
- Last checked: Oct 31, 2026
- Listed for: 10 days
- Location: Columbus, IN[Apply on Cummins’s careers site →](https://cummins.jobs/columbus-in/vpi-supply-planning-coordinator/EEBFF400027240DC9EE0B4D93FDD5AB2/job/)

## Hiring at Cummins
- Open jobs: 1,480
- New in the last 7 days: After two weekly collections
- Tracked since: Jul 10, 2026

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