Career Area:
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.
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).
Additional Information:
This position sits on-site in Sumter, SC and domestic relocation assistance is available for this position
25% travel expected for this position
What You Will Do:
Accountable to facility leadership and governing committees to achieve corporate supply chain performance targets by managing end-to-end facility supply chain and logistics, including inventory management, compliance and order-to-delivery results meeting or exceeding targets
Leads and manages facility deployment of the Supply Chain Planning Process, which develops the “Plan for Every Part” and Pull Replenishment methods for a facility, coordinating and managing the structure and work plans for multiple, cross-functional work teams
Leads efforts which requires the ability to work effectively with facility leaders and governing committees comprised of diverse, multi-functional leaders. Responsible for leading collaboration and communications across multiple facility functions, in order to effectively deploy lean material flow plans for a facility, which may include implementing changes to factory floor layout and material presentation to the point of use
Leads and manages all aspects of compliance for IRA/IDA, inventory management and material security ensuring the facility processes are compliant and adhered to.
Supports multi-functional facility teams deploying the standard processes for new production introduction (NPI), Engineering, and Product Change Control to drive NPI and Engineering/Product Change Control process conformance
Leads efforts to identify and resolve facility supply chain constraints, which requires the ability to work across cross-functional areas and collaborate and negotiate complex solutions. Drives communications, root cause corrective action and ultimate resolution of supply chain constraints and focuses on improving inventory record accuracy, waste reduction, and increased throughput efficiency, increased velocity and increased inventory turns.
Provides leadership, coaching, focus, motivation, and encouragement to direct reports. Responsible for coaching, developing, and mentoring resources. Responsible for all personnel issues and performance evaluation of direct reports, including developing, capability building, and succession planning.
What You Will Have:
Planning: Tactical, Strategic: Extensive 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.
Inventory Management - MFG: Extensive Knowledge of processes and methods of inventory management; ability to effectively manage local or distributed inventories of raw materials, work-in-progress and finished goods.
Logistics Management: Extensive Knowledge of logistics and management; ability to follow proper processes and run operations for effective and efficient movement of materials and finished products.
Supply Chain Management - MFG: Extensive 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. Knowledge of supply chain planning processes and systems (ex: SAP)
What Will Set You Apart
Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain or related field
APICS CPIM or CSCP Certification
Knowledge of 6 Sigma Project Management principles, lean concepts and tools
Leadership experience
QAD experience
What You Will Get:
Benefits
Annual incentive bonus plan*
Medical, dental, and vision coverage
Paid time off plan (Vacation, Holiday, Volunteer, Etc.)
401k savings plan
Health savings account (HSA)
Flexible spending accounts (FSAs)
Disability benefits
Life Insurance
Parental leave
Healthy Lifestyle Programs
Employee Assistance Programs
Voluntary Benefits and Employee Discounts
Tuition Reimbursement
Career Development
*Subject to annual eligibility and incentive plan guidelines.
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.
Summary Pay Range:
$108,360.00 - $162,480.00Compensation 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:
Annual incentive bonus plan*
Medical, dental, and vision coverage
Paid time off plan (Vacation, Holiday, Volunteer, Etc.)
401k savings plan
Health savings account (HSA)
Flexible spending accounts (FSAs)
Disability benefits
Life Insurance
Parental leave
Healthy Lifestyle Programs
Employee Assistance Programs
Voluntary Benefits and Employee Discounts
Tuition Reimbursement
Career Development
*Subject to annual eligibility and incentive plan guidelines.
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:
December 23, 2024 - January 10, 2025Any 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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