Technology Category Buyer

Caterpillar•Peoria, IL

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Indirect Procurement group within the Finance Services Division is seeking a Technology Procurement Buyer based in Peoria, IL. In this role, you will support global Business Units in acquiring technology solutions by executing sourcing-to-contract and procure-to-pay processes. This position has a strong focus on contract negotiation and agreement management, making it well-suited for candidates with experience in procurement, commercial contracting, or paralegal/legal roles.

Requirements

Strong negotiation skills with the ability to manage complex commercial discussions
Experience managing or supporting contract development, review, or negotiation
Familiarity with legal and commercial agreement structures (paralegal/legal exposure highly transferable)
Ability to analyze data and provide insights to support sourcing decisions
Strong communication and stakeholder management skills

Nice To Haves

Degree in Business, Finance, Supply Chain, Legal Studies, Pre-Law, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
Experience in procurement, contracting, or paralegal/legal support roles
Knowledge of technology/software agreements and licensing terms
Ability to work across Legal, Procurement, and Business teams
Proven ability to negotiate and influence outcomes in complex environments

Responsibilities

Serve as the primary liaison between Caterpillar and global suppliers, leading commercial engagements and negotiations for technology software categories
Develop and execute sourcing strategies at global, regional, and site levels
Lead contract negotiations by identifying risks, leverage points, and key commercial drivers
Partner with Legal to draft, review, and negotiate agreements including MSLAs, MCSAs, SOWs, EULAs, and SLAs
Manage supplier relationships with a focus on performance, cost optimization, and risk mitigation
Support procurement operations including agreements, policies, catalogs, and special programs
Provide analytics and reporting on sales, spend, and performance to support business decisions
Act as an escalation point for complex commercial and contracting issues
Collaborate cross-functionally with IT, Finance, Legal, and Business Unit stakeholders to drive aligned outcomes
Manage multiple procurement activities simultaneously, ensuring timely contract execution and stakeholder alignment