DESCRIPTION
We are looking for an enthusiastic Procurement Placement Student to join our team specializing in Purchasing for our Corporate/CBS Business Segment in UK, Darlington. During your placement with us, you will learn how a major global organization operates, gaining the tools and exposure you will need to become an expert in the industry and power your potential!
This role is available to candidates who qualify for a placement year and will commence Summer of 2026.
RESPONSIBILITIES
In this role, you will make an impact in the following ways:
1. Providing dedicated support to one or more Sourcing & Continuity teams within the office.
2. Working with a group of suppliers to assist on Purchase Order management, cost reduction, capacity planning, quality performance and risk mitigation.
3. Specific project work in support of functional objectives.
4. Opportunity to work with other Business Units in the region to help share common processes, tools and resources to better achieve business goals.
5. Data analysis to support Purchasing KPIs and specific project requirements.
6. Engagement with other functions, including Supplier Quality, Material Planning, Finance and Engineering.
QUALIFICATIONS
To be successful in this role you will need the following:
7. Working towards a degree Supply chain/Engineering/Business/Finance related although not limited to these subjects.
8. Positive attitude, strong personal motivation
9. Communication and teamwork skills
10. IT/Microsoft skills or program knowledge.
Working at Cummins
At Cummins, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals, regardless of race, gender, color, disability, national origin, age, religion, union affiliation, sexual orientation, veteran status, citizenship, gender identity, and/or expression, or any other status protected by law. As a disability confident employer, we strive to make our recruitment process as accessible as possible. If you require any reasonable adjustments to accommodate a health condition or disability, please let us know. Your journey with us matters!
CLOSING DATE: (Wednesday, 12 th November 2025 11:59pm)