The Project Coordinator – Procurement applies developing business process and project management skills within the Procurement and Supply Chain function. This role supports well-defined projects and supplier-related initiatives by providing coordination, analytical, administrative, and logistics support to project teams and Project Managers. The incumbent plays a critical role in procurement change management, supplier reviews, and cross-functional collaboration to ensure seamless implementation of supplier-side changes aligned with Cummins’ standards and business objectives.
Key Responsibilities Procurement Change Management & Supplier Reviews
- Conduct supplier assessments, capability analysis, and performance reviews to ensure alignment with organizational and compliance standards.
- Manage supplier-side change initiatives, including process improvements, compliance updates, and operational transitions.
- Act as a key liaison between suppliers and internal stakeholders to ensure transparent communication, issue resolution, and alignment.
- Document supplier review outcomes, lessons learned, and best practices to strengthen organizational knowledge.
Project Coordination & Execution
- Serve as a project resource by applying foundational project management principles and business understanding.
- Coordinate with cross-functional teams (Procurement, Finance, Quality, Engineering, and Operations) to drive successful implementation of supplier changes.
- Monitor and communicate project status, timelines, risks, and deliverables to project teams and Project Managers.
- Identify, track, and support resolution of project issues using recommended tools and disciplines.
- Assist in managing project risks, including identifying risk areas and supporting mitigation actions.
Procurement Operations Support
- Lead and support procurement attribute updates such as RFQs, PO price adjustments, and supplier master data changes.
- Support Source-to-Pay activities including supplier onboarding, contract coordination, and purchase order lifecycle processes.
- Assist with budget planning, expense tracking, research, and analytical support for procurement-related projects.
Documentation & Knowledge Management
- Maintain accurate project notes, databases, and records.
- Share team learnings and best practices across teams to enhance project and organizational success.
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.
Responsibilities:
Experience
- Minimum of 5+ years of experience in Procurement, Supply Chain Management, Supplier Management, or related roles.
- Hands-on experience in procurement change management, including RFQs, PO price updates, and supplier master data changes.
- Proven experience managing supplier capability assessments and implementing supplier-side changes.
- Exposure to Source-to-Pay processes (supplier onboarding, contract management, purchase order lifecycle).
- Experience working in cross-functional environments with Procurement, Finance, Engineering, Quality, and Operations teams.
Work Mode
Hybrid
Shift Timing
Afternoon Shift (12:30 PM – 9:30 PM IST)
Competencies
- Values Differences: Recognizes and values diverse perspectives and cultures.
- Communicates Effectively: Delivers clear, multi-mode communication tailored to different audiences.
- Customer Focus: Builds strong customer relationships and delivers customer-centric solutions.
- Manages Complexity: Effectively navigates complex and sometimes contradictory information.
- Plans and Aligns: Prioritizes work to meet commitments aligned with organizational goals.
- Project Issue & Risk Management: Identifies, assesses, prioritizes, and mitigates project risks and issues.
- Project Schedule Management: Drives completion within agreed timelines using recommended tools.
- Project Scope Management: Ensures projects include all required work—and only the required work—for successful delivery.
Qualifications:
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (B.E./B.Tech) or equivalent discipline (required).
- Master’s degree preferred (MBA, Supply Chain Management, Operations, or related field).
- Additional certifications such as PMP, CPSM, CSCP, or other Procurement/Supply Chain/Project Management certifications are an added advantage.
Skills and Competencies
- Strong communication skills with the ability to convey information effectively to diverse audiences.
- Analytical mindset with the ability to manage complex and high-volume information.
- Project management fundamentals including scope, schedule, risk, and resource management.
- Strong collaboration and stakeholder management skills.
- Procurement and Supply Chain domain knowledge.
- Customer-focused approach with the ability to build strong internal and external relationships.
- Ability to manage conflict constructively and professionally.
- Strong planning, prioritization, and organizational skills.
- Resourcefulness in securing and deploying resources efficiently.
