School to Work - Purchasing Program Management
- Career Path: Purchasing
- Organization: Cummins Inc.
- Role Category: Hybrid
- Job Type: Student - School To Work
- ReqID: 2418828
DESCRIPTION
We are looking for a talented School to Work - Purchasing Program Management to join our team specializing in purchasing for our Cummins Inc. facility in Troy, Michigan.
In this role, you will make an impact in the following ways:
Ensure Supplier Compliance & Readiness By auditing purchasing programs in the MIS system, you'll help maintain accurate documentation and ensure suppliers meet launch process requirements—minimizing risk and improving operational efficiency.
Drive Program Success Through Coordination Supporting or leading entry-level programs through the Supplier Launch Process (SLP) means you'll be a key player in keeping timelines on track and ensuring smooth execution from start to finish.
Enhance Team Communication & Accountability Taking and distributing meeting minutes ensures that decisions and action items are clearly documented, helping teams stay aligned and accountable.
Strengthen Cross-Functional Collaboration By holding tech reviews and working with diverse teams, you'll foster collaboration and help resolve issues early—leading to better product and process outcomes.
Accelerate Operational Efficiency Handling requisitions, project creation, and invoice approvals in Oracle streamlines workflows and supports timely resource allocation and financial tracking.
Provide Strategic Support to Program Managers Your assistance with miscellaneous program activities allows Program Managers to focus on high-level strategy, while you ensure the operational details are executed flawlessly.
RESPONSIBILITIES
To be successful in this role, you will need the following:
Attention to Detail To accurately audit purchasing programs and ensure Supplier Launch Process documents are properly uploaded and completed.
System Proficiency Comfort with tools like Oracle and your MIS system to manage requisitions, projects, and invoices efficiently.
Clear Communication Skills For taking and distributing meeting minutes, leading entry-level programs, and facilitating tech reviews with cross-functional teams.
Problem-Solving Mindset To proactively address issues and support Program Managers in resolving challenges during program execution.
Collaborative Approach To work effectively with Program Managers and cross-functional teams, ensuring smooth coordination and successful outcomes.
QUALIFICATIONS
Core Responsibilities
-Auditing Purchasing Programs in our MIS System for proper uploading/completion of Supplier Launch Process documents.
-Assisting a Program Manager in taking/distributing meeting minutes and/or Leading an entry level Program through the SLP process.
-Helping with any other miscellaneous Program Manager Activities like writing requisitions/creating projects/approving invoices in Oracle/Holding Tech Reviews with cross functional teams.
Experience Requirements
-Strong verbal & written communicator with excellent note taking skills.
-Must be organized, eager/quick to learn, and adaptable.
-Pursuing a Purchasing/Program Management/Supply Chain Degree.
-Proficient with Microsoft Word/Excel/Project
This position is hybrid and requires 24 hours in office and 16 hours hybrid
Min Salary $17.6
Max Salary $25.3
Cummins and E-Verify
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. 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.
Attention Applicants:
As part of Cummins commitment to fair hiring practices and compliance with applicable law, any applicant may redact information that identifies their age, date of birth (DOB), or dates of school attendance or graduation from any additional documentation that they submit during the initial application process without any adverse consequence.
Benefits overview
Benefits and perks listed below may vary depending on the nature of your employment with Cummins and the country where you work.
FINANCIAL WELLNESS
As a Cummins employee your retirement savings plan / pension plan / superannuation will power your path to retirement and improve your financial future.
HEALTH & WELLNESS
Your wellbeing is important to us. You and your family will be cared for through comprehensive health care benefits.
DIVERSITY & INCLUSION
We celebrate diverse perspectives and you will be part of building a more diverse workforce to enhance our competitive position and enrich our culture.
WORK-LIFE FLEXIBILITY
Your energy and commitment will be recognized through paid vacation and holidays, parental leave, adoption assistance, flexible work environments and more.
CONTINUING EDUCATION
Whether starting or completing a degree, you will be supported by tuition reimbursement opportunities or full funding.
PAID INCENTIVE
You will receive annual merit and profit sharing based on individual and company performance.
EVERY EMPLOYEE, EVERY COMMUNITY
You are empowered to volunteer at least four hours per year on company time, to give back to the communities where you work and live.
DEVELOPMENT
AND GROWTH
You will learn and grow through training and hands-on experience in an environment that values curiosity and developing talent for the future.