Category Buyer III - Electric Power

Caterpillar•Lafayette, IL

4d•Onsite

About The Position

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. About P&E (Power & Energy): The Caterpillar Power & Energy Segment (P&E) has a broad portfolio of products and services which include engines, generator sets, industrial gas turbines and locomotives, along with other related equipment depending on the industry and application. We deliver these products and services to Cat machine, oil & gas, power generation, transportation and industrial customers. Job Summary: Caterpillar’s Power & Energy Purchasing department has an exciting opportunity for a Category Buyer in Mossville, IL or Lafayette, IN. This role Provides supply network solutions expertise , using Quality, Cost, Logistics, and Development Management (QCLDM) to support Caterpillar's fast growing Electric Power business.

Requirements

Data Analytics: Extensive experience and knowledge of techniques and processes for inspecting, cleansing, transforming, and modeling data; ability to discover useful information, draw logical conclusions, and support decision-making.
Effective Communications: Extensive experience and understanding of effective communication concepts, tools and techniques; ability to effectively transmit , receive, and accurately interpret ideas, information, and needs through the application of appropriate communication behaviors.
Interpersonal Relationships: Working knowledge of the techniques and the ability to work with a variety of individuals and groups in a constructive and collaborative manner.
Negotiating: Extensive experience and knowledge of successful negotiation concepts and techniques; ability to negotiate successfully across the organization and with external vendors and clients in a constructive and collaborative manner.
Supplier Relationship Management: Extensive experience and knowledge of supplier relationship management concept and strategies; ability to address critical issues to meet supplier needs and maintain engaged, partnering relationship with suppliers.
Strategic Sourcing: Working knowledge of strategic sourcing methods, technologies and processes; ability to analyze, improve and re-evaluate organizational procurement process continuously.

Nice To Haves

A Bachelor’s degree
Strong knowledge of product, NPI, Facility, Manufacturing, Supply Chain and Category Strategies
Experience in one or more of the following areas: purchasing , supply chain, logistics , manufacturing, and/or engineering
Professional certification in Purchasing and/or Inventory Management preferred, e.g.; Certified Purchasing Manager (C.P.M.), Certified in Production and Inventory Management (CPIM) and Certified in Integration Resource Management (CIRM), or comparable international certification
Understanding of Lean Manufacturing principles as applied by Caterpillar and our suppliers.
Understanding of QCLDM

Responsibilities

Serve as the primary contact between Caterpillar and the supply base for global/regional initiatives
Lead commercial discussions and negotiations with suppliers
Drive performance excellence in Quality, Cost, Logistics, Development, and Management (QCLDM) through supplier partnerships
Collaborate with Supplier Development Professionals (SDPs) and Product/Facility Procurement teams
Develop, manage, and execute global category strategies, including: Policies and agreements, source catalogs, special procurement programs
Promote the highest level of professionalism and business ethics