Cat Compact Representative
Job Summary
Career Area:
SalesJob Description:
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Role Summary:
The Cat Compact Representative is responsible for the execution and growth of Caterpillars compact equipment business at the dealer level. This role acts as a consultant across retail sales rental operations and aftermarket service ensuring a seamless and differentiated customer experience. The Cat Compact Representative will coordinate operational tactics drive continuous improvement and support the full equipment and services offering for small contractor customers.
What Youll Do (Job Duties)
Drive consistent execution of Cat Compact standards processes and brand expectations across dealer locations
Serve as the primary operational liaison for Cat Compact supporting dealer sales rental service parts and aftermarket execution
Monitor and improve Cat Compact location performance metrics including new customer growth rental utilization aftermarket attachment inventory effectiveness and customer experience
Identify execution gaps within operations and partner with dealer teams to implement corrective actions and continuous improvement
Support Cat Compact go-to-market programs local sales initiatives funnel management and promotional campaigns developed by central Cat teams
Lead Cat Compact inventory rental used and aftermarket execution ensuring inventory placement aligns with customer demand and growth objectives
Provide hands-on on-site support to Cat Compact dealer locations validating execution quality inventory accuracy digital tool adoption and brand consistency
Build strong dealer and internal stakeholder relationships act as the voice of the Cat Compact customer and communicate execution progress to leadership
What you Will Have (Core Skills)
Customer Focus: Demonstrates a strong customercentric mindset by anticipating customer needs building trusted relationships and leveraging customer insights to deliver tailored solutions improve satisfaction and reinforce customer focus as a core business strategy.
Industry Knowledge: Leverages working knowledge of the industry by applying understanding of key products services regulations and trends to functional responsibilities.
Decision Making and Critical Thinking: Applies sound judgment and structured decisionmaking by objectively analyzing data assumptions and alternatives; evaluating potential impacts; learning from past decisions; and advising others to drive informed effective outcomes.
Effective Communications: Communicates with impact by tailoring messages to diverse audiences demonstrating empathy and assertiveness providing coaching and feedback to others influencing through appropriate persuasion and maintaining clarity and focus across all levels of the organization.
Negotiating: Utilizes effective negotiation techniques by listening actively focusing on issues rather than personalities evaluating multiple perspectives and pursuing collaborative winwin outcomes.
Relationship Management: Builds and sustains strong longterm relationships by clearly setting expectations partnering in business discussions conducting regular performance reviews educating internal teams on client priorities and empowering others to foster collaborative productive relationships.
Business Development: Employs business development tools and approaches to identify growth opportunities support expansion into new geographies and implement incentive programs that encourage new business development.
Value Selling: Delivers valuebased sales by deeply understanding customer needs differentiating product and service offerings acquiring and retaining customers across settings and coaching others on valueselling principles while continuously soliciting and applying customer feedback.
Top Candidates Will Also Have
Proven success in sales with the ability to drive growth influence outcomes and deliver measurable results
3 years of experience in field sales dealer development retail operations rental operations or aftermarket support
Experience leading projectbased initiatives and working crossfunctionally with key stakeholders including senior leaders and executives
Strong understanding of dealer operations customer experience principles and the use of digital tools to support business performance
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fastpaced multisite environment supported by strong communication and interpersonal skills
Familiarity with compact equipment rental operations or aftermarket service models with the analytical ability to interpret customer and performance data
Additional Information
Locations include Cary NC; Mesa AZ; Denver CO Peoria IL; or Boise ID.
Relocation assistance available.
Sponsorship not available.
Required travel 50% or more depending on the needs of the business.
Summary Pay Range:
$128470.00 - $192710.00Compensation 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
Relocation is available for this position.Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position.Posting Dates:
April 22 2026 - May 6 2026Any 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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Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
About Company
Caterpillar is the world’s leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, diesel and natural gas engines, industrial turbines and diesel-electric locomotives.