Senior Product Supply NPI Professional
About The Position
Caterpillar's Construction Industries Supply Management division is seeking a Senior Product Supply NPI Professional to support the Wheel Loader product group within the Earthmoving Supply Management (EMSM) organization. This role sits at the center of new product introduction (NPI), driving sourcing strategy, supplier readiness, and cross-functional execution to ensure successful product launches. The primary work location for this role is Peoria, IL. Requirement is to work in the office 5 days a week (full time). Sponsorship is not available for this position. This role might require up to 10% travel mainly domestic.
Requirements
- Degree or equivalent experience.
- Effective Communication: Ability to clearly influence and align cross-functional and global stakeholders.
- Problem Solving: Strong analytical mindset to identify risks and implement solutions across complex NPI programs.
- New Product Development (NPD): Working knowledge of NPI/NPD processes and integration with supply chain execution.
- Procurement: Understanding of sourcing strategies, supplier selection, and procurement operations.
- Supplier Management – MFG: Proven ability to manage supplier relationships, performance, and readiness.
- Teamwork & Collaboration: Ability to lead and work across diverse teams toward shared product and business goals.
- Project Management: Experience coordinating multiple priorities, timelines, and deliverables within NPI programs.
- Attention to Detail: Ensures accuracy in sourcing plans, reporting, and execution deliverables.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor’s degree (Engineering, Supply Chain, or related field preferred).
- Experience in procurement, purchasing, or engineering within manufacturing environments.
- Strong project or program management experience supporting NPI or product development.
- Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and influence without authority.
- Experience supporting new product introduction / product launch activities.
- Familiarity with heavy equipment, earthmoving products, or complex manufacturing systems.
Responsibilities
- Lead procurement’s execution within the NPI process, ensuring alignment to product quality, velocity, and cost targets.
- Own and deliver the machine sourcing plan, collaborative parts list, and concurrent product/process plans.
- Partner with engineering, product groups, and regional NPI leads to define sourcing scope, requirements, and execution strategy.
- Drive supplier selection and sourcing decisions aligned to category strategies and business objectives.
- Provide leadership across procurement for New Product/Source Introduction activities, including resource planning and prioritization.
- Monitor NPI progress, proactively addressing risks and holding teams accountable to timelines, quality standards, and deliverables.
- Support capital planning activities and ensure procurement readiness for successful product launches.
- Collaborate across global category teams and suppliers to enable seamless product development and supply chain integration.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision benefits
- Paid time off plan (Vacation, Holidays, Volunteer, etc.)
- 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
- Life Insurance
- Parental leave
- Adoption benefits
- Tuition Reimbursement
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
Associate degree
