Supply Network Specialist I
Supply Network Specialist I
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Job Description
Career Area:
ProcurementJob 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.
Role definition:
We are seeking a dynamic professional with strong process understanding and a knack for workflow streamlining.
The ideal candidate will actively contribute to process design and optimization initiatives.
Excellent communication and presentation skills are essential for success in this role.
Must possess strong verbal articulation and the ability to convey complex ideas clearly.
Experience in stakeholder management and cross-functional collaboration is required.
Should be adept at identifying gaps and driving continuous improvement.
Familiarity with Caterpillar tools and systems is a significant advantage.
A proactive mindset and the ability to work independently are highly valued.
Skill Descriptors
Data-driven Decision Making: Knowledge of the data-driven decision-making process and associated tools and techniques; ability to gather and analyze data to make organizational decisions that align with strategic business objectives and goals.
Level Basic Understanding:
Describes major considerations and issues in the use of data-driven decision making.
Differentiates Data-driven decision making from traditional decision making.
Explains characteristics and steps in an effective Data-driven Decision-Making process.
Identifies key objectives in gathering and analyzing data.
Analytical Thinking: Knowledge of techniques and tools that promote effective analysis; ability to determine the root cause of organizational problems and create alternative solutions that resolve these problems.
Level Basic Understanding:
Names specific tools or techniques that can be used to support the analytical thinking process.
Describes specific software applications or products used for business analytics.
Gives examples of how analytical thinking has been used to resolve problems.
Helps others research and learn more about business analytics tools and applications.
Effective Communications: Understanding of effective communication concepts tools and techniques; ability to effectively transmit receive and accurately interpret ideas information and needs through the application of appropriate communication behaviors.
Level Working Knowledge:
Delivers helpful feedback that focuses on behaviors without offending the recipient.
Listens to feedback without defensiveness and uses it for own communication effectiveness.
Makes oral presentations and writes reports needed for own work.
Avoids technical jargon when inappropriate.
Looks for and considers non-verbal cues from individuals and groups.
Project Management: Knowledge of effective project management strategies and tactics; ability to plan organize monitor and control projects ensuring efficient utilization of technical and administrative resources to achieve project objectives.
Level Basic Understanding:
Identifies project management tools and requirements within own function.
Describes the key objectives phases and deliverables of a current project.
Explains the concepts of phase activity task and deliverable.
Gives examples of critical paths in projects.
Knowledge of a Specific Procurement System: Knowledge of the features functions and operations of a specific procurement system; ability to develop and use tools techniques and practices for a specific procurement application.
Level Basic Understanding:
Summarizes major functions features and capabilities of the procurement application.
Identifies key reports their use and frequency related to the specific procurement system.
Explains how to process purchases of basic materials and supplies.
Identifies key components of the specific system using relevant language.
Purchasing Tasks and Activities: Knowledge of policies regulations and processes of purchasing; ability to use practices and procedures for procurement of materials components equipment and services.
Level Basic Understanding:
Identifies the basic tools used for maintaining procurement information.
Identifies major types of products or services purchased by the organization.
Explains the basic concepts and responsibilities of purchasing tasks and activities.
Describes established procurement processes and standards.
Posting Dates:
July 2 2025 - July 15 2025Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full-Time
