Manager, Supply Chain Planning

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Company: Caterpillar, Inc

Location: Peoria, IL 61604

Description:

Career Area:
Supply Chain and Logistics

Job Description:

Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc.

When you join Caterpillar, you're joining a global team who cares not just about the work we do - but also about each other. We are the makers, problem solvers, and future world builders who are creating stronger, more sustainable communities. We don't just talk about progress and innovation here - we make it happen, with our customers, where we work and live. Together, we are building a better world, so we can all enjoy living in it.

The Product Support and Logistics Division (PSLD) is one of the most innovative divisions within Caterpillar. In PSLD, as within all of Caterpillar, our priority is our customers and helping them build a better world. We touch nearly every element of the services value stream from procurement to design and manufacturing to distribution. PSLD is responsible for Aftermarket Parts Distribution of Cat Parts, Integrated Logistics, segment Procurement and the design and manufacture of Wear Components (Undercarriage and GET) and Maintenance Components (Seals, Tubes & Hardware, Hose & Couplings, Fluids and Filters).

The Manager, Supply Chain Planning will be responsible for managing the development, implementation and operation of a supply stream for the Wear Components Manufacturing group.

Additional Information:
  • Location: Peoria, IL (United States)
  • Required Travel: Up to 25% (Domestic)
  • US Work Authorization Sponsorship Offered: None.
  • Relocation Assistance Offered: None.

What You Will Do:
  • Developing, implementing, and managing complex supply chain streams with global reach.
  • Managing relationships and processes with suppliers to ensure adequate product supply to meet inventory strategies. Providing support for new supplier selection.
  • Establishing effective linkages, partnerships, and best practices with clients, business partners and internal functions.
  • Performing analysis of supply chain trends, sales, forecast, on-time delivery, and inventory strategies and recommending improvements to the supply chain performance.
  • Analyzing and solving business problems with a focus on understanding root causes and driving forward-looking opportunities.
  • Leading forecasting using trend analysis and statistical modeling to drive decision-making.
  • Other duties as assigned by Caterpillar management from time-to-time.


What You Have (Basic Qualifications):
  • Business Markets: Knowledge of existing and planned markets and market-related initiatives from the perspectives of the competition, the suppliers, the customer base and the regulatory environment; ability to apply market knowledge appropriately to diverse situations.
  • Effectiveness Measurement: Knowledge of effective measurement techniques and ability to measure the quality and quantity of work effort for the purpose of improvement.
  • Global Perspective: Knowledge of issues, opportunities, and challenges for conducting business in the international marketplace; ability to apply global perspectives appropriately in a wide range of situations.
  • Planning: Tactical & Strategic: Knowledge of effective planning techniques and ability to contribute to operational (short term), tactical (1-2 years) and strategic (3-5 years) planning in support of the overall business plan.

What Will Set You Apart (Preferred Qualifications):
  • Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain or related field.
  • Knowledge of supply chain planning processes (i.e., Inventory Management and lead-time strategy and analytical tools - PowerBI and SAS).
  • Knowledge of common supply chain systems (i.e., SAP or AS400).
  • Knowledge of 6 Sigma Project Management principles.
  • APICS CPIM or CSPC National Certification.
  • Knowledge and understanding of lean concepts and tools.
  • Knowledge of data analytics applications (i.e., PowerBI, SQL Developer, PC SAS, Excel PowerQuery).


What You Will Get:

Through it all, we are one team - creating and delivering world-class components and solutions superior to the competition. Learn more about the Caterpillar Experience.

About Caterpillar:

Caterpillar Inc. is the world's leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, off-highway diesel and natural gas engines, industrial gas turbines and diesel-electric locomotives. For nearly 100 years, we've been helping customers build a better, more sustainable world and are committed and contributing to a reduced-carbon future. Our innovative products and services, backed by our global dealer network, provide exceptional value that helps customers succeed.

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Summary Pay Range:
$144,960.00 - $217,320.00

Compensation and benefits offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, job level, market location, job-related knowledge, skills, individual performance and experience. Please note that salary is only one component of total compensation at Caterpillar.

Benefits:

Subject to plan eligibility, terms, and guidelines. This is a summary list of benefits.
  • Medical, dental, and vision benefits*
  • Paid time off plan (Vacation, Holidays, Volunteer, etc.)*
  • 401(k) savings plans*
  • Health Savings Account (HSA)*
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)*
  • Health Lifestyle Programs*
  • Employee Assistance Program*
  • Voluntary Benefits and Employee Discounts*
  • Career Development*
  • Incentive bonus*
  • Disability benefits
  • Life Insurance
  • Parental leave
  • Adoption benefits
  • Tuition Reimbursement


* These benefits also apply to part-time employees

Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position. This employer is not currently hiring foreign national applicants that require or will require sponsorship tied to a specific employer, such as, H, L, TN, F, J, E, O. As a global company, Caterpillar offers many job opportunities outside of the U.S which can be found through our employment website at www.caterpillar.com/careers.

Posting Dates:
April 10, 2025 - April 23, 2025

Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen.

EEO/AA Employer. All qualified individuals - Including minorities, females, veterans and individuals with disabilities - are encouraged to apply.

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