Placement Student- Technical Purchase Sourcing, Darlington

In this role, you will make an impact in the following ways:

• Key project work in support of new product development Technical sourcing departmental objectives.
• Maintains project notes, databases, and other records; monitors measures and communicates with Project leader.
• Identifies, tracks, and works with others to resolve project issues.
• Works with a group of suppliers - prototype parts procurement, supporting cost reduction, capacity planning, delivery/quality performance, risk mitigation.
• Data analysis to identify saving opportunities and ensure Budget adherence.
• Engagement across several teams, gaining commodity experience with close integration with Supplier Quality team.
  
  To be successful in this role you will need the following:
• Working towards a degree - please specify degree being studied, preferably Engineering/Business related although not limited to these subjects
• Positive attitude, strong personal motivation
• Communication skills and teamwork.
• IT Skills/programme knowledge
  
  PLACEMENT STUDENT - Technical Purchase Sourcing, Darlington
Our culture believes in POWERING YOUR POTENTIAL . We provide global opportunities to develop your career, make your community a better place and work with today's most innovative thinkers to solve the world's toughest problems. We believe in flexibility for you to explore your passions while making an impact through meaningful work within our inclusive workforce. That's what #LifeAtCummins is all about. We are looking for an enthusiastic Technical Purchase Sourcing Placement Student to join our team specializing in Purchasing for our Corporate/CBS 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!