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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, Transportation is responsible for managing network flows from suppliers to factories and Distribution Center’s as well as from Distribution Center’s to dealers. Key activities include, but are not limited to, complete management of the regional transportation network including the GTOC (Ground Transportation Operations Center), leadership and vision for overall strategy and linkage to business unit OPACC goals, accountable for managing agreed upon KPI’s to ensure network cost and velocity effectiveness, establish work plan and priorities for team members and service providers, collaborate with internal customers and global peers on freight cost and velocity performance, and communicate overall program effectiveness.
Additional Information:
What You Will Do:
Best Team:Establish team goals, align, and implement overall transport strategy, make linkage to customer OPACC goals, and communicate progress.Develop and mentor team members to build deep expertise and recruit talent.Responsible for performance management evaluations and creating an accountable work culture.Primary Operational:Ensure operational effectiveness for network performance and drive defects out of the process by demonstrating lean leadership.Work with logistics procurement to ensure network capacity and cost targets are met.Interface with supply chain teams at facilities and regional dealers to manage end-to-end transport network results.Continuous Improvement:Build consensus among stakeholder plants, Distribution Centers, and dealers to drive improvement and additional OPACC opportunities.In alignment with LIS (Logistics Information Systems) define and drive system requirements to match physical flow to financial and data flow to enable analytics and dashboard performance management.Coach and champion lean leadership to reduce complexities and effort per transaction.Financial Management:Responsible for annual budget creation and management as well as building consensus with customers and leadership team on funding strategic initiatives.Management of the operation within the agreed upon budget and financial forecasting through rolling business management process.Other duties as assigned by Caterpillar management from time-to-time.
What You Have (Basic Requirements):
What Will Set You Apart (Preferred Qualifications):
Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business Administration, Transportation, or related field.Experience collaborating/communicating with multiple groups and executive level.Experience with trade compliance on transportation flows for border crossings.Experience using transportation management systems (i.e., Blue Yonder).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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June 25, 2024 - July 8, 2024Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen.
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