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Job Description:

Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc.

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.

Provides supply network solutions expertise using Quality Cost Logistics Development and Management (QCLDM) to deliver maximum value.

What You Will Do:
Developing managing and executing the category strategy managing policies agreements source catalogs and special procurement programs.
Recognizing the potential for cost decreases inventory reductions and quality improvement as well as responsibility for soundness of business proposals and risk assessment.
Acting as the liaison between the organization and the supplier to communicate information explicitly while considering production demands and suppliers conditions.
Documenting the suppliers performance on time sensitiveness and production; maintains a strong relationship with suppliers.

Education Requirement:
Degree in Business Manufacturing Engineering Industrial Tech

What You Will Have:
Data Analytics:

• Interpret operational and performance data to support decision-making.
• Identify trends and evaluate data quality and analysis methods.
• Guide data collection processes and mentor others on data sources.

Effective Communications:

• Deliver clear jargon-free presentations and reports.
• Provide and receive constructive feedback.
• Adapt communication style to audience and context.

Interpersonal Relationships:

• Collaborate effectively across teams and management levels.
• Demonstrate empathy and adaptability in interactions.
• Understand and respect diverse perspectives.

Negotiating:

• Apply win-win negotiation strategies with internal and external stakeholders.
• Use active listening to uncover interests and resolve issues.
• Present positions clearly while remaining open to alternatives.

Contracts Management and Administration:

• Administer contracts and ensure compliance with specifications.
• Maintain vendor documentation and support contract preparation.
• Follow organizational protocols for contract management.

Purchasing Tasks and Activities:

• Execute procurement tasks using appropriate systems and tools.
• Ensure compliance with procurement policies and specifications.
• Maintain accurate purchasing records and documentation.

Supplier Relationship Management:

• Communicate effectively with suppliers and resolve issues.
• Monitor supplier satisfaction and performance.
• Support implementation of supplier relationship strategies.

Strategic Sourcing:

• Conduct sourcing activities and analyze market data.
• Identify process improvement opportunities.
• Support senior professionals in multi-environment sourcing.

Top Candidates Will Also Have:

• SAP CGM system experience
• Lognet experience
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and 1E Specs
• Forging and machining knowledge

Additional Details:

Location:South Milwaukee WI Global Mining Office
Relocation assistance is not available.

Sponsorship is not offered for this position.

Summary Pay Range:

Compensation and benefits offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors job level market locationjob-related knowledge skills individual performance and experience. Please note that salary is only one component of total compensation at Caterpillar.

Benefits:

Subject to plan eligibility terms and guidelines. This is a summary list of benefits.

• Medical dental and vision benefits*

• Paid time off plan (Vacation Holidays Volunteer etc.)*

• 401(k) savings plans*

• Health Savings Account (HSA)*

• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)*

• Health Lifestyle Programs*

• Employee Assistance Program*

• Voluntary Benefits and Employee Discounts*

• Career Development*

• Incentive bonus*

• Disability benefits

• Life Insurance

• Parental leave

• Adoption benefits

• Tuition Reimbursement

* These benefits also apply to part-time employees

Posting Dates:

Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen.

Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer Including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities.

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