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Supply Chain and LogisticsJob 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.
Our 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 Director, Logistics will lead the entire region and manage logistics activities using Lean principles to provide safe, compliant, and efficient results at our Morton Distribution Center (DC). The Morton region serves as the largest territory in the world and plays a key role in support of Caterpillar customers worldwide. The Morton region supports our dealers through the Parts Distribution Network by getting parts to our customers as quickly, efficiently, and safely as possible. Our goal is to get the right part to the right place at the right time. The Morton region covers a wide variety of areas from demand planning and inventory management to dealer order support and receiving, storage, and shipping operations.
Additional Information:
What You Will Do:
Determine and implement the best logistics plans to improve safety, compliance, quality, and production/distribution.Develop and implement strategic initiatives for the supply and demand requirements and opportunities.Direct the management of regional logistics services and budget to optimize the flow of materials and products, while delivering high levels of performance.Interact with various department heads to develop trust-based relationships, resolve critical issues, and ensure operational and network goals are in line with the overall business strategy.Lead and inspire highly effective regional teams to improve results, ensure compliance, and safely deliver business objectives using Lean principles.Other duties as assigned by Caterpillar management from time-to-time.
What You Have (Basic Requirements):
What Will Set You Apart (Preferred Qualifications):
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.Supply Chain Management: Knowledge of functions, principles and techniques used in supply chain management; ability to develop and use, strategies, practices and tools for controlling the logistical processes.Manages supply chain finance activities and measurements of effectiveness.Advises others on capacity issues at various points in the supply chain.Monitors the complete supply chain management process.Consults on supply chain network design projects or processes.Quantifies and evaluates benefits and risks of various supply chain strategies and approaches.Participates in joint planning, process design/redesign with clients and partners.Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain, or equivalent experience.Previous experience working directly with Third Party Logistics (3PL’s).Previous experience in 3PL Procurement Management.
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. The total rewards package, beyond based salary includes:
Annual Incentive Bonus Plan*Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage starting Day 1Paid Time Off Plan (Vacation, Holiday, Volunteer, etc.)401(k) Savings Plan including Company match.Health Savings Account (HSA)Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)Short and long-term disability coverageLife InsuranceParental LeaveEmployee Assistance ProgramsVoluntary Benefits and Employee DiscountsCareer Development*Subject to annual eligibility an incentive plan guideline
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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Relocation is available for this position.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:
September 20, 2024 - October 3, 2024Any 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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