HR Manager - Cat Digital

Caterpillar Inc.•Chicago, IL

1d•$147,760 - $221,640•Onsite

About The Position

The Human Resources Manager for the Cat Digital Division plays a critical role in supporting our AI & Analytics, Applications, and Platform Engineering teams as we continue to scale and evolve. Reporting to Cat Digital’s HR Director, this role partners closely with business leaders to implement HR strategies aligned with business objectives, provide guidance on HR policies and practices, and foster a culture of employee engagement, performance, and development. The HR Manager will also collaborate and interact with Cat Digital team members across the globe, supporting a diverse and geographically distributed workforce. As Cat Digital grows, our people remain at the center of our success—driving innovation, enabling transformation, and positioning Caterpillar to lead the industry forward for the next 100 years. This role ensures our teams are supported, engaged, and empowered while aligning talent strategies to business priorities. The HR Manager provides strategic direction and leadership to business units across workforce planning, talent management, organizational effectiveness, and employee relations.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience desired
Knowledge of the organization's vision, structure, culture, philosophy, operating principles, values, and code of ethics; ability to align HR strategies with business priorities and enable organizational performance.
Advanced ability to analyze complex situations, evaluate alternatives, and drive effective decisions using informed judgment and data.
Strong communication capabilities with the ability to influence, advise, and engage stakeholders at all levels of the organization.
Ability to build strong partnerships, influence stakeholders, and work collaboratively across teams in a global, matrixed environment.
Strong capability to analyze HR metrics and translate data into actionable business insights and strategic recommendations.
Deep knowledge of employee relations practices and legal considerations; ability to manage complex situations with sound judgment and integrity.
Strong understanding of HR disciplines; ability to lead the application and evolution of policies, standards, and practices across the organization.
Strong understanding of business operations, financial drivers, and organizational priorities; ability to translate business needs into effective HR strategies.
Ability to effectively influence decision-making, build consensus, and drive outcomes across multiple stakeholders.
Ability to lead teams, drive engagement, and deliver results through others while fostering a culture of accountability and development.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience supporting engineering, digital, or technology organizations
Experience leading HR teams and operating in a global, matrixed environment
Exposure to global HR practices, immigration, and/or mobility programs
Strong background in HR consulting, talent management, and organizational development initiatives

Responsibilities

Collaborating with management as a strategic advisor, helping identify and prioritize HR initiatives aligned with business goals and organizational strategy.
Aligning HR policies and programs for assigned business units to promote employee engagement, retention, and high performance.
Acting as a trusted coach to leaders and managers, providing guidance on performance management, compensation, employee development, and organizational challenges.
Analyzing HR metrics and data to identify trends and develop data-driven insights and recommendations for senior leadership.
Leading and developing a team of HR professionals while partnering with Centers of Excellence to deliver integrated, high-impact HR solutions.
Driving organizational effectiveness initiatives, including assessments, change management, and implementation of programs to enhance team performance.
Providing oversight and direction on complex employee relations matters, ensuring compliance and alignment with company values and policies.