Corinth Reman Logistics Planning Analyst II (1st shift)

Caterpillar•Corinth, MS

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Caterpillar Remanufacturing is hiring a Logistics Planning Analyst II at its Corinth, Mississippi facility. The role implements material replenishment strategies across Mississippi Remanufacturing and leads a value stream from a parts-procurement perspective. The analyst monitors inventory and material availability, works with suppliers and internal teams to resolve material issues, and uses planning, inventory, and transportation systems to reduce shortages and manage shipments. The position is scheduled for the first shift, 7 a.m. to 3 p.m., for a 40-hour work week, with potential overtime. The work environment is climate controlled in most areas and described as clean and safe.

Requirements

At least 12 months of manufacturing experience.
Advanced Microsoft Office skills, including the ability to create Excel PivotTables and perform V-Lookups.
At least 18 months of experience in material procurement, including one or more of material planning, parts ordering, inventory management, or MRP system use.
Understanding of Bills of Material and the change-management process.
Experience with MFG Pro and MRC.
Knowledge of the Location Management System (LMS) and High Velocity Caterpillar (HVC).
Basic knowledge of Dock visibility, Host, and corporate transportation systems such as FOM, PFAST, and GTOC.
Must be at least 18 years of age.
Successful completion of background screening, drug and alcohol screening, and a post-offer medical questionnaire with clearance from Corporate Medical.
Current agency workers applying must have worked the required 300 hours and meet the position requirements.
Visa sponsorship is not available.

Nice To Haves

College or university degree.
APICS, CPIM, or CSPC national certification.
Experience using Access databases.

Responsibilities

Monitor and report on inventory turns and material availability.
Coordinate with external suppliers, engineering, quality, and operations teams to resolve material issues.
Use Lean DNA, MFG Pro, or other MRP systems to proactively minimize material shortages across Mississippi.
Use LMS inventory information to make expedite and de-expedite decisions, and enter approvals for expedited material into PFAST.
Use FOM or other corporate transportation systems to track international and domestic shipments.
Review weekly action messages downloaded to Excel and recommend scheduling actions.
Use advanced Excel functions, including PivotTables and V-Lookups, to analyze data and support decisions.
Work with suppliers to procure material on time.
Approve material sales to other Caterpillar facilities and manage transportation to the destination.
Report material shortages at daily materials meetings with Supply Chain management.
Manage Bill of Material changes using HVC and updates through the NPI process.
Lead or manage a Mississippi value stream from a parts-procurement perspective.
Review and make necessary NPU adjustments based on core availability.
Host or lead supplier meetings as needed.

Benefits

Starting hourly pay rate of $26.55; stated summary pay range is $26.55–$34.45, with pay negotiations based on skills and experience.
80 hours of vacation and an additional 3 days of paid time off, prorated based on hire date and work schedule.
10 paid holidays.
401(k) match up to 6%, available on the first day of employment.
Health, dental, vision, and life insurance available on the first day of employment.
Potential annual performance increase.
Paid holiday shutdown at year end, dependent on business needs.
Medical, dental, and vision benefits, subject to plan eligibility and terms.
Paid time off, including vacation, holidays, and volunteer time.
401(k) savings plans.
Health Savings Account and Flexible Spending Accounts.
Health Lifestyle Programs and Employee Assistance Program.
Voluntary benefits and employee discounts.
Career development.
Incentive bonus.
Disability benefits.
Parental leave.
Adoption benefits.
Tuition reimbursement.