Category Buyer II

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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 Fluids global category strategy managing policies agreements sourcing and special procurement projects.
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 lead liaison between the CAT organization and suppliers 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 or equivalent experience desired

What You Will Have:
Data Analytics

• Applies data cleansing transformation and modeling techniques to support decision-making.
• Identifies trends correlations and risks through predictive analysis.
• Oversees data collection processes and ensures quality and effectiveness of analysis.

Effective Communications

• Delivers clear constructive feedback and adapts communication to audience needs.
• Creates presentations and reports using accessible language.
• Interprets verbal and non-verbal cues to enhance understanding.

Interpersonal Relationships

• Builds collaborative relationships by adapting interaction style.
• Recognizes roles responsibilities and diverse perspectives.
• Works constructively with individuals and teams across functions.

Negotiating

• Uses active listening and probing to uncover interests and issues.
• Focuses on achieving win-win outcomes and separating issues from personalities.
• Presents positions clearly while remaining open to alternative viewpoints.

Contracts Management and Administration

• Implements organizational protocols for contract compliance and review.
• Ensures accurate documentation and adherence to regulations.
• Maintains vendor and contract information for departmental needs.

Purchasing Tasks and Activities

• Executes procurement processes using organizational systems and tools.
• Ensures compliance with purchasing regulations and specifications.
• Maintains accurate records of orders and bidding activities.

Supplier Relationship Management

• Communicates effectively with suppliers on contracts and negotiations.
• Monitors supplier satisfaction and resolves critical issues.
• Documents and analyzes challenges in supplier relationships.

Strategic Sourcing

• Supports sourcing activities through data analysis and market research.
• Identifies opportunities to improve procurement processes.
• Assists senior professionals in applying strategic sourcing standards.

Top Candidates Will Also Have:
Experience working semi-autonomously thinking creatively and gaining broad-based and cross-functional consensus
Deep expertise in building and leveraging relationships while building a highly effective network
Experience meeting with and reporting out to senior leaders with Cat and externally with the supply base
Experience developing and completing complex category strategies
Experience negotiating traditional and non-traditional contracts with both US domestic and international suppliers
Expertise at crafting and presenting highly visual and engaging materials to targeted audiences
Previous purchasing operations or supply chain knowledge experience
Proficiency in English and advanced communication/negotiation skills

Additional Details:

Location: Mossville IL or Morton IL

Work Authorization: No sponsorship available

Relocation Assistance: Not provided

Travel Requirement: Up to 25%

Work Environment: Onsite in-office 5 days a week

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. Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply.

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