Senior Inventory Analyst

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When you join Caterpillar yourejoining 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 dontjust 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 Summary

This role provides critical supply chain planning systems support across SAP (SPP) planning modules including Demand Forecasting & Inventory Planning DRP and Deployment. The position is responsible for maintaining system stability enabling scalable systembased solutions and supporting increased planning complexity driven by Deployment needs contract kitting and ongoing system evolution. The role serves as a key integration point between planning functions ensuring changes are aligned endtoend and executed through standard supportable system logic.

Required Qualifications Caterpillar IM / SAP SPP

• Minimum 5 years of handson SAP SPP experience supporting Caterpillarscale planning environments with deep functional expertise in:
  • DFIP (Demand Forecasting & Inventory Planning)
  • DRP (Distribution Requirements Planning)
  • Deployment
• Deep functional knowledge of SAP (SPP) DFIP DRP and Deployment to support migration to the eSPP platform.
• Demonstrated experience supporting SAP SPP implementations including migration from legacy planning solutions and stabilization of postgolive operations
• Strong functional knowledge of SAP SPP Kitting including:
  • KitonDemand (KoD) planning and execution
  • KittoStock (KtS) planning and execution
• Proven ability to support and optimize endtoend IM planning flows from forecast consumption through replenishment and deployment execution
• Advanced proficiency in SAS including:
  • Largescale data extraction from SAP/SPP and enterprise data sources
  • Development of analytical models operational metrics and exception reporting
• Experience partnering with Sourcing & Releasing Demand Planning Deployment and Distribution Systems teams to support business outcomes
• Ability to translate business requirements into SPP functional design configuration recommendations and clear technical documentation
• Experience supporting production IM systems including issue triage rootcause analysis and defect resolution in coordination with IT and business partners
• Strong communication skills with the ability to explain complex SPP concepts to both technical and nontechnical stakeholders

Preferred / Additional CaterpillarRelevant Skills

• Familiarity with aftermarket / parts supply chain planning including servicelevel driven inventory strategies
• Experience with inventory segmentation redeployment logic and backorder avoidance strategies
• Exposure to global multinode distribution networks and complex deployment flows
• Experience documenting IM process flows functional specifications and training materials for enterprise audiences
• Strong continuousimprovement mindset with demonstrated ability to deliver measurable inventory service or cost benefits
• Ability to operate effectively in crossfunctional global matrixed environments

Caterpillar is not currently hiring individuals for this position who now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status; however as a global company Caterpillar offers many job opportunities outside of India which can be found through our employment website at You Will Get:

Our goal at Caterpillar is for you to have a rewarding career. Our teams are critical to the success of our customers who build a better world. Here you earn more than just wage because we value your performance we offer a total rewards package that provides day one benefits along with the potential of a variable bonus. Additional benefits include paid annual leave flexi leave medical and insurance (prorated based upon hire date).

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About Caterpillar

Caterpillar Inc. is the worlds 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 weve 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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