School to Work - Purchasing Program Management

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.
• Strong Organizational & Time Management Abilities To handle multiple responsibilities and keep programs and tasks on track.
• 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

Job Purchasing

Organization Cummins Inc.

Role Category Hybrid

Job Type Student - School To Work

Min Salary $17.6

Max Salary $25.3

ReqID 2418828

Relocation Package No

Cummins and E-Verify

At Cummins, we are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer dedicated to diversity in the workplace. 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. Visit http://EEOC.gov to know your rights on workplace discrimination.

Client-provided location(s): Troy, MI

Job ID: Cummins-R-E8D05A27DFDE4BE785EA045A8871E2DD

Employment Type: OTHER

Posted: 2025-09-09T19:25:53