Product Procurement Engineer (Electric Power & Electrification)

Caterpillar•Mossville, IL

8d•$97,530 - $146,290

About The Position

Caterpillar’s Power & Energy Procurement organization supports divisions within Power & Energy through predictable supply excellence, optimized total cost of ownership, supplier relationship management, and lifecycle sourcing strategy. The organization develops suppliers that competitively deliver operational excellence and uses data-driven decision-making and advanced tools to connect physical and digital supply chains. The Product Procurement Engineer supports Electric Power & Electrification by managing part development and quality feedback loops for New Product Introduction (NPI), Continuous Product Improvement (CPI), and New Source Introduction (NSI). The role partners with suppliers, design control engineers, value chain engineering, and procurement category teams to meet quality, total cost, and timing goals. The position is with Caterpillar Inc. The listed summary pay range is $97,530 to $146,290. Relocation assistance and visa sponsorship are not available. Benefits are subject to plan eligibility, terms, and guidelines.

Requirements

A degree or equivalent experience is desired.
Ability to communicate effectively, including giving behavior-focused feedback, listening to feedback, making oral presentations, writing reports, and adjusting communication to the audience.
Ability to work constructively and collaboratively with individuals and groups, understand roles and alternative points of view, and adapt interaction style to situations and people.
Knowledge of supplier management processes and methods, with the ability to manage supplier relationships and transactions for raw materials or product components.

Responsibilities

Lead APQP and cost activities from concept through PPAP to meet quality, total cost, and timing targets.
Drive supplier part development across NPI, CPI, and NSI programs, resolving technical and manufacturability issues with design control engineers.
Monitor supplier readiness and program milestones, flag risks early, and escalate when needed.
Investigate quality concerns and use root-cause findings to develop corrective actions and process improvements.
Identify cost-reduction opportunities with category teams and value chain engineering without compromising quality or delivery.
Coordinate packaging, logistics, and supply chain partners to secure part availability and keep stakeholders informed on progress.
Carry out routine supplier management tasks using established procedures and electronic systems or tools.
Resolve routine supplier issues and escalate non-routine issues through the chain of command.
Research alternative vendors or suppliers and participate in supplier selection.
Work with suppliers to ensure purchases meet delivery dates and quality specifications.