**Career Area:** Operations **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. **Job Title:** Material Distribution Team Leader **Salary:** £37,740 **Location** : Stockton **Contract** : Permanent & full time 36 hours **The Opportunity** As a **Team Leader** with the material distribution department you will lead and co-ordinate a team ensuring the safe delivery of quality products meeting customer order deadlines. **What You Will Do:** As **Team Leader** , your accountabilities will include, but are not limited to: + **Coach Team** : Maintain skills matrix and recommend improvements. + **Manage Operations** : Oversee training, stock control, audits, First In First Out, rust prevention, and storage optimization. + **Facilitate Communication** : Conduct daily meetings, support the Production Manager, and address safety, quality, staffing, and production issues. + **Monitor Metrics** : Audit Health & Safety, People, Quality, Velocity, and cost metrics per internal guidelines. + **Lead Improvements** : Run Rapid Improvement Workshops, manage Root Cause Corrective Action, action planning, and monitor IAAS requirements (Inventory Auditors). **NB.** The panel cannot make assumptions when shortlisting therefore please demonstrate your qualifications and experience on your CV relevant to the criteria outlined. Pending the number of applications, the criteria for the position may be enhanced to facilitate shortlisting. **What Skills You Will Have:** + **People Management:** Coach, motivate, and develop the team within the skills matrix. + **Effective Communication:** Tailor communication to the audience, align team goals with company objectives, and address negative behaviour. + **Organisational Skills:** Proactively plan, review, and monitor progress on goals, adjusting as needed. + **Problem-Solving:** Quickly identify and resolve distribution issues. **What You May Have:** + **Manufacturing:** Prior knowledge of fabrication and/or manufacturing processes + **Inventory & Stock:** Skilled in the distribution and movement of materials within and outside the organization. **Interviews** will start to take place WC **17th February** **What You Will Get** Becoming a member of a skilled, diverse and inclusive team that will provide a good foundation for future career development within Caterpillar. **Benefits:** 25 days annual leave plus Bank holidays - opportunity to buy and sell, 3.5% Bonus, Contributory pension scheme - Caterpillar will double the employee's contribution Up to 10%, Contributory share scheme - Caterpillar will match 50% of the employee's contribution, optional flexible benefits including access to private medical, health and dental care plans, EV car lease etc **Posting Dates:** January 29, 2025 - February 13, 2025 Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO). Not ready to apply? Join our Talent Community (http://flows.beamery.com/caterpillarinc/talcom) .