Planning Analyst (3rd Shift)

Caterpillar Inc.•Lafayette, IN

1d•$89,210 - $133,810•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. At Caterpillar, we work to help our customers build a better world. Without our team of talented, bright and driven individuals, we wouldn’t be the Caterpillar we are today. Now, this is your chance to join our team and do work that matters. We want you to help us enable customer success, make progress possible around the world and help our communities grow and thrive. We are looking for a dynamic, organized self-starter to join our Product Support and Logistics Division as a Planning Analyst (3rd Shift) in Lafayette, IN. Our Product Support and Logistics Division (PSLD) is one of the most innovative divisions within Caterpillar. In PSLD, as within all of Caterpillar, our priority is our customers and helping them build a better world. PSLD is responsible for the worldwide distribution of Cat aftermarket parts, integrated logistics, and global service to develop and support our global dealer network and customers. We’re committed to our customers, who build a better world with our products, services and solutions. We understand and show the value of why they should always choose us. We’re exploring new ideas and opportunities –innovating to discover the breakthroughs necessary for tomorrow’s growth. As the Planning Analyst, you will support the logistics operation servicing the Large Engine Center with problem solving and continuous improvement process enhancements. You will identify recurring operational challenges and develop sustainable corrective actions.

Requirements

Analytical Thinking: Knowledge of techniques and tools that promote effective analysis; ability to determine the root cause of organizational problems and create alternative solutions that resolve these problems.
Problem Solving: Knowledge of approaches, tools, techniques for recognizing, anticipating, and resolving organizational, operational or process problems; ability to apply knowledge of problem solving appropriately to diverse situations.
Cross-Team Integration: Understanding of the importance of inter-team collaboration in breaking down silos and achieving business results; ability to lead employees from various functions to communicate, coordinate work across divisions, and collaborate in solving problems as one team.
Accuracy and Attention to Detail: Understanding the necessity and value of accuracy; ability to complete tasks with high levels of precision.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree
Previous supervisory experience
Previous experience with WMS (warehouse management systems)
Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (such as Excel, PowerBi, PowerPoint, Word, etc.)

Responsibilities

Lead value stream improvement initiatives focused on PQVC (People, Quality, Velocity, and Cost) and customer satisfaction
Identify recurring operational challenges and partner with Section Managers to develop sustainable corrective actions
Utilize data, metrics, and operational trends to identify improvement opportunities
Support Lean initiatives and project implementations
Monitor effectiveness of implemented solutions to ensure expected benefits are achieved
Partner with support groups and operations teams to support future state initiatives and facility transitions
Coordinate with other Planning Analyst to ensure operational readiness for upcoming changes
Proactively identify and communicate risks that may impact customer commitments
Coordinate cross-function response plans to mitigate customer impact
Strengthen relationships with customers through effective communication and issue resolution
Coach and develop Section Managers and Team Leads on problem solving, decision making, and leadership practices
Encourage collaboration and knowledge sharing across shifts and functional areas
Reinforce accountability by challenging teams to solve issues at the appropriate ownership level
Facilitate discussions regarding major operational initiatives, strategic projects, and cross functional issues
Provide visibility to operational performance, project status, customer concerns, and emerging risks.
Support alignment between shifts and departments to ensure consistent execution and customer discussions
Assist with coordination of major operational events, customer impacts, and recovery activities
Support decision making, escalation management, and communication of business priorities