XPI Sourcing Manager Job in Columbus, Ohio US
XPI Sourcing Manager
"Cummins power is defined not only by its products, but the ideas, energy and passion of its people. " - Tim Solso, Chairman and CEO It started with a commitment to building powerful, dependable products. Throughout our 90+ years, we've added hundreds of new products, hired and promoted thousands of people, and expanded into 190 countries - but we still believe in the same things. We're committed to building partnerships with our employees, our customers, our environment, and our communities. This is how we do business. And we call it Working Right . Cummins Inc., a global power leader, is a corporation of complementary business units that design, manufacture, distribute and service engines and related technologies, including fuel systems, controls, air handling, filtration, emission solutions and electrical power generation systems. Please visit www.cummins.com to explore more about our products, markets, global distribution network, financials and sustainability focus. Our integrated businesses demand the talents and creativity of individuals with a wide range of skills and experience. This is an exciting opportunity for an XPI Sourcing Manager located in Columbus IN Key Responsibilities: Leading and coordinating sourcing efforts (supplier identification, evaluation, selection, and management), including IPO Organizations and JV Purchasing team in Sweden. - Responsible for providing direct material purchasing support for Cummins/Scania XPI Purchasing. - Responsible for directing the Engineering team to the appropriate direct and prototype suppliers. - Responsible for managing the strategic relationships with direct and prototype suppliers - Responsible for achieving savings with external and internal suppliers using lowest total cost methods. - Responsible for maintaining and tracking measures for performance, against the key measures. These include managing tooling, supplier capital, cost reduction, delivery The primary contact between supplier and Cummins for supplier negotiations and contracts. Skills: - Four year degree in related field. - 5+ years of related work experience - Certified Purchasing Manager a plus - Hands-on experience with Total Cost of Ownership analysis. - Knowledge of financial data analysis and use of databases. - Experience with a broad range of Precision Machining suppliers. - Project Management skills. - Experience working with a technical organization to cross-functionally drive completion of required technical work providing adequate lead time for purchasing to complete the required sourcing work. - Oral and written communication skills. - Strong Negotiation skills. - Data driven with strong analytical skills. - Ability to define requirements and communicate to cross-functional group. - Broad knowledge of commodities is a plus. Compensation and Benefits: Compensation: Base salary commensurate with experience plus bonus. Benefits: Additional benefits vary between locations and include options such as our 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan, Cash Balance Pension Plan, Medical/Dental/Life Insurance, Health Savings Account, Domestic Partners Coverage and a full complement of personal and professional benefits. Cummins and E-verify: At Cummins, we are dedicated to diversity in the workplace and our policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified persons without regard to race, age, color, sex, religion, national origin, marital or veteran status, or any other legally protected status.