Corinth Reman Logistics Planning Analyst II (1st shift)

Caterpillar Inc.•Corinth, MS

4d•$27 - $34•Onsite

About The Position

Caterpillar Remanufacturing is hiring a Logistics Planning Analyst 2 at its Corinth, Mississippi facility. The role’s primary focus is implementing material replenishment strategies across Mississippi Reman. The analyst monitors material availability and inventory, works with suppliers and internal teams to resolve material issues, and uses planning, inventory, and transportation systems to support procurement and scheduling. The position also leads a parts-procurement value stream and coordinates supplier activity and material movements.

Requirements

At least 12 months of manufacturing experience.
Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, especially Excel, including creating PivotTables and performing V-Lookups.
At least 18 months of experience in material procurement, including some or all of planning analyst work, parts ordering, inventory management, or MRP systems.
Experience with MRP systems where schedules are input and supplier or production schedules are populated.
Understanding of Bills of Material and the change-management process.
Experience with MFG Pro and MRC (Material Replenishment Collaboration).
Knowledge of 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.
Must pass the required background screening, drug and alcohol screening, and post-offer medical questionnaire clearance.
Visa sponsorship is not available; applicants requiring employer-tied sponsorship are not eligible.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

Monitor and report inventory turns and material availability.
Coordinate with external suppliers, engineering, quality, and operations to resolve material issues.
Use Lean DNA, MFG Pro, or other MRP systems to minimize material shortages across Mississippi.
Use LMS to determine inventory levels when deciding whether to expedite or de-expedite material.
Enter approvals in PFAST when material is expedited.
Use FOM or other corporate transportation systems to track international and domestic shipments.
Review weekly action messages downloaded to Excel and recommend schedule actions for the LPA.
Use advanced Excel functions, including PivotTables and V-Lookups, for data analysis and decision support.
Work with suppliers to procure material in a timely manner.
Approve sales of material 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

80 hours of vacation and an additional three days of paid time off, prorated based on hire date and work schedule.
10 paid holidays.
401(k) match of 100% up to 6%, offered from the first day of employment.
Health, dental, vision, and life insurance offered from the first day of employment.
Potential annual performance increase.
Paid holiday shutdown at the end of the year, dependent on business needs.
Medical, dental, and vision benefits.
Paid time off, including vacation, holidays, and volunteer time.
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.
Parental leave.
Adoption benefits.
Tuition reimbursement.