Job Description

Career Area:

Procurement

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Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc.

When you join Caterpillar, you're joining 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 don't 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.

Work within the Supply Center of Excellence team to provide solutions to the enterprise. Provide support for purchasing, supply chain, and sourcing.

What You Will Do:

Leading Enterprise Control Tower (ECT) Process to allocate supplier material when supplier shipment capability does not meet enterprise demand requirements. Including creating and maintaining weekly coverage files, governance of ECT, maintaining training/standard work, and ensuring data quality with the digital product team. Developing and leading improvement plans to support procurement, operations, & suppliers interfacing with the Enterprise Control Tower. Performing analysis and maintenance of ECT processes that produce output excellence, builds expertise for the assigned process area, and contributing to continuous improvement efforts. Performing proactive analytical assessments in support of strategic initiatives.

Education Requirement

Degree or equivalent experience desired

What Skills You Will Have:

Data-driven Decision Making

Applies data-driven techniques in decision-making processes. Collects, organizes, and analyzes relevant data to support decisions. Uses basic tools for data evaluation and interpretation.

Analytical Thinking

Defines problems clearly and assesses their significance. Identifies key factors and stakeholders influencing the situation. Applies logic and intuition to interpret data and draw conclusions.

Effective Communications

Provides constructive, behavior-focused feedback. Actively listens to feedback and adapts communication accordingly. Delivers clear oral presentations and written reports.

Knowledge of a Specific Procurement System

Optimizes processes to improve system efficiency and effectiveness. Coaches and trains others on advanced system tools and techniques. Resolves complex issues and integrates the system with other applications.

Top Candidates Will Also Have:

Previous operation planning or supplier interfacing experience. Basic Power BI Skills. Excel Skills including: Pivot Tables, V/X Lookups, and Macros. Data analytic experience.

Additional Details:

This role is

100% on-site

at our Mossville, IL location (Monday-Friday).

Relocation assistance is not available.

Sponsorship is not offered for this position.

Travel requirements:

Less than 10%.

Summary Pay Range:

$97,530.00 - $146,290.00
Compensation and benefits offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, job level, market location, job-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:

January 7, 2026 - January 13, 2026
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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