Senior Product Procurement Engineer

Caterpillar Inc.•Peoria, IL

22h•$128,470 - $192,710•Onsite

About The Position

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. Are you a self-motivated seasoned procurement or supply chain professional with the drive to make an impact? Then we have a great opportunity for you to join our team and help Caterpillar meet our strategy growth goals as a Senior Product Procurement Engineer for CI Procurement. Role Summary: In this role, you will take the lead on highly visible projects and process improvements efforts in supporting aftermarket and cost procurement strategies that support our growth initiatives.

Requirements

Degree requirement: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Business or Supply Chain or related fields.
Data-driven Decision Making: Knowledge of the data-driven decision-making process and associated tools and techniques; ability to gather and analyze data to make organizational decisions that align with strategic business objectives and goals.
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.
Interpersonal Relationships: Knowledge of the techniques and the ability to work with a variety of individuals and groups in a constructive and collaborative manner.
Cost-Benefit Analysis: Knowledge of the principles and tools used in cost-benefit analysis; ability to analyze the purpose and scope of a producer, product, process, or project in terms of cost and benefits.
Supply Chain Management: Knowledge of functions, principles and techniques used in supply chain management; ability to develop and implement strategies, practices and tools for controlling the whole processes.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge in sourcing/procurement processes.
Experience as a Six Sigma Green Belt/Black belt or Lean.
Strong communication skills.
A Strategic mindset, ability to connect the dots in complex spaces.
Strong analytical skills.
Familiarity with aftermarket processes, AMO structure, data, forecasting, lifecycle management.
Aftermarket knowledge, past ship, back-order, NPI and repair strategies.
Experience in driving process improvement.

Responsibilities

Lead projects in the aftermarket or cost space to drive process improvements in support of growth strategies.
Coordinate closely with process partners across the enterprise to drive alignment and permanent corrective actions through process improvement projects.
Conduct analysis on parts forecast, supplier capabilities, and supply needs to identify opportunities and develop projects to evaluate solutions.
Collaborate with regional supply teams to identify and remedy performance gaps.
Support the implementation of aftermarket procurement strategies