Global Procurement Graduate

Rotations may include:

• Facility Supply supporting supply chain and quality departments to improve supplier performance

• Product Supply supporting New Product Introduction programmes

• Category Purchasing supplier relationship and performance management of engine component suppliers covering multiple Caterpillar facilities

• Cost Centre of Excellence development of data analytics to support optimised product cost

• Aftermarket Procurement supporting the aftermarket with operational and tactical sourcing activities

In each rotation you will face a wide variety of challenges and have responsibility for either NPI (new product introduction) programs or managing supplier accounts as you will work closely with the extended global procurement teams engage and visit global suppliers and directly contribute to Caterpillars success.

You will also be given the opportunity to further enhance your knowledge through studying towards a professional qualification with the Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply (CIPS).

What happens after the graduate scheme

After successful completion of the rotational programme you will be promoted into a Category or Product buyer position directly managing your own portfolio of spend and suppliers. We will provide you the training and support you need to be successful at Caterpillar.

Who are we looking for

Were looking for people who can show us a highly participative working style and who thrive in a team of committed professionals. Great analytical presentation skills and an ability to communicate at all levels. You should be on track or have achieved a 2:2 in a Business Procurement Supply Chain Management Economics or Engineering (Manufacturing / Mechanical) degree.

A driving license is essential for this position.

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Recruitment Process Guidelines:

Here is a brief overview of what you can expect when applying to our Early Career roles

Online Application: The first stage of the process is to complete the online application and attach your CV this must be done before the closing date of the role that youre applying for. Once we reach the close date we will begin reviewing all our applications this may take a little while and we will contact you as soon as possible to let you know if you have been successful in moving forward to the next stage.

Stage one Video Interview: If selected you will be invited to complete a user-friendly video interview which will then be reviewed by the Hiring this stage if you are successful you will be invited to attend an Assessment Centre which we anticipate will be held on 20th January 2026 onsite at our Peterborough facility so please try to keep that date free. We would also recommend that you check your spam emails and your Workday account for updates.

Stage two - Assessment Centre: The Assessment Centre Day will look at a range of behaviours such as teamwork decision-making communication and problem-solving. We aim to make these days fun inclusive and as relaxed as possible.

Stage three Offer: After the Assessment Centre the Caterpillar team will review the feedback and extend offers to our preferred candidates we aim to do this as quickly as possible. Graduates will start on 7th September 2026. We look forward to receiving your application to join Caterpillar!

NOTE:

• Only one application is please do not apply for multiple roles. You may be given the opportunity of being considered for other roles/locations at a later stage.

• The panel cannot make assumptions when shortlisting therefore please demonstrate your qualifications and experience on your CV relevant to the criteria outlined.

• Depending on the volume of applications received the selection criteria may be refined to support the shortlisting process. This may also include an adjustment to the application deadline.

• This position requires working onsite five days a week.