Inventory Management Technical Steward
Inventory Management Technical Steward
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$ 156000 - 234000
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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.
Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc.
When you join Caterpillar youre joining a global team who care not just about the work we do but also about each other. We are the makers problem solvers and future work builders who are creating stronger more sustainable communities. We dont 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.
OurProduct Support and Logistics Division (PSLD)is one of the most innovative divisions within PSLD as within all of Caterpillar our priority is ourcustomers and helping them build a better world. We touch nearly everyelement of the services value stream. PSLD is responsible for Aftermarket Parts DistributionofCat Parts Integrated Logistics and Global Services supporting Caterpillar dealers and customers. Our teams work together in critical areas that leverage digital capabilities technology and operational excellence.
As the Inventory Management Technical Steward you will provide technical guidance and project leadership in Inventory Management and Supply Chain within PSLD. As a non-supervisory leadership role this role focuses on driving improvements in logistics services systems and processes. Key responsibilities include leading cross-functional projects developing innovative systems and methodologies to enhance inventory control reducing network costs and improving OPACC (Operating Profit After Capital Charge). The role involves applying LEAN principles refining algorithms and processes and benchmarking best practices across industries. A major focus will be supporting the S4 Hana implementation strategy for all planning modules within SPM and ensuring seamless integration with OM Transformation and Sourcing upgrades.
The ideal candidate for this role will excel at working from ambiguous problem statements analyzing large and complex datasets and presenting insights to executive leadership. This role spans the entire Caterpillar value chain and requires a strategic mindset strong analytical skills and effective communication.
Additional Information:
- Location: Morton IL (United States)
- Required Travel: Less than 10% (Domestic)
- Relocation Assistance Offered: None.
- US Work Sponsorship Offered: None.
What You Will Do:
Inventory Optimization: Research and develop innovative concepts systems and methods to manage inventory levels while ensuring optimal availability for dealers and customers.
Logistics Innovation: Enhance existing logistics services and products or design new systems and processes to improve overall logistics performance.
Strategic Analysis & Planning: Provide actionable insights to management for better control and planning of parts including simulations of changes to the distribution network and supply chain design.
Problem Solving & Research: Independently investigate ambiguous problem statements assess current conditions and collaborate with stakeholders to define research objectives and parameters.
Digital Transformation Leadership: Drive the strategic implementation of S4 Hana across all inventory planning modules within SPM ensuring seamless integration with OM Transformation initiatives and Sourcing system upgrades. Collaborate cross-functionally to align planning capabilities with evolving business needs and digital infrastructure.
Executive Communication & Implementation: Present findings and recommendations to executive leadership within PSLD and lead implementation efforts upon approval.
What You Have (Basic Requirements):
Education Requirement: Supply Chain Management Mathematics Industrial Engineering or similar disciplines.
Data Gathering & Analysis: Knowledge of data gathering and analysis tools techniques and processes; ability to collect and synthesize data from a variety of stakeholders and sources in an objective manner to reach a conclusion goal or judgment.
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.
Influencing: Knowledge of effective influencing tactics and strategies; ability to impact decisions within and outside own organization.
Alignment: Knowledge of the importance of collaboration among team members and the ability to enroll stakeholders in communicating and coordinating activities to support the organizations vision and strategies.
Cross-Team Integration: Understanding of the importance of inter-team collaboration in breaking down silos and achieving business results; ability to lead employees from various functions to communicate coordinate work across divisions and collaborate in solving problems as one team.
Program Management: Knowledge of the policies and techniques to manage a set of related projects within a program; ability to plan organize monitor and control the set of projects ensuring efficient utilization of technical and administrative resources to achieve program objectives.
Team Management: Knowledge of effective team building techniques; ability to form and manage effective teams.
What You Will Get:
Through it allweareone team creating and delivering world-class components and solutions superior to the more about theCaterpillarExperience.
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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Summary Pay Range:
$156000.00 - $234000.00Compensation 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
This position requires working onsite five days a week.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 Dates:August 25 2025 - September 8 2025Any 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. Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply.
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