Placement Student - Technical Purchase Sourcing, Darlington
Client: Cummins Inc.
Location: Darlington, United Kingdom
Job Category: Other
EU work permit required: Yes
Job Reference: fa9ff61c388d
Job Views: 4
Posted: 12.05.2025
Expiry Date: 26.06.2025
Job Description:
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PLACEMENT STUDENT - Technical Purchase Sourcing, Darlington
We are seeking an enthusiastic Technical Purchase Sourcing Placement Student to join our team, focusing on Purchasing for our Corporate/CBS Segment in UK, Darlington. This placement offers the opportunity to learn how a major global organization operates, gaining valuable tools and exposure to become an industry expert and unlock your potential.
This role is suitable for candidates eligible for a placement year and will start on 7th July 2025.
Responsibilities:
1. Support key projects related to new product development and technical sourcing departmental objectives.
2. Maintain project notes, databases, and records; monitor progress and communicate with the Project leader.
3. Identify, track, and collaborate to resolve project issues.
4. Work with suppliers on prototype parts procurement, supporting cost reduction, capacity planning, delivery and quality performance, and risk mitigation.
5. Perform data analysis to identify savings opportunities and ensure adherence to budgets.
6. Engage with multiple teams to gain experience in commodities, working closely with the Supplier Quality team.
Qualifications:
To succeed in this role, you should be:
* Working towards a degree, preferably in Engineering, Business, or related fields.
* Positive, motivated, and proactive.
* Excellent in communication and teamwork.
* Proficient in IT skills and relevant software.
Working at Cummins:
At Cummins, we value diversity and are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals, regardless of race, gender, disability, national origin, age, religion, sexual orientation, veteran status, citizenship, gender identity, or expression, or other protected statuses.
Closing Date: Monday, 4th November 2024, 11:59 pm
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