Supply Chain Planning Analyst - Electric Power

Career Area :

Supply Chain and Logistics

Job Description :

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.

About EPD

Caterpillar's Electric Power Division (EPD) offers integrated solutions, parts, and services to meet the needs of our various commercial and industrial electric power customers. EPD supports a wide range of customer applications across the globe, including providing back-up power to hospitals, providing emergency power when natural disasters strike, and supporting critical infrastructure for data centers, municipalities, and more. With a rich history of more than 95 years in the electric power business, our team has world-class expertise and a proven ability to adapt to changing demands. We're committed to providing sustainable and reliable solutions to our customers. Join our team to help build a better, more sustainable world for future generations!

Job Summary

Step into a fast-paced role within Caterpillar's Electric Power Division, where you'll help keep production moving by managing material flow and supporting supply chain operations. As a Supply Chain Planning Analyst , you'll work closely with suppliers and internal teams to ensure timely deliveries, resolve issues, and contribute to continuous improvement in one of Caterpillar's most dynamic business units.

What You Will Do :

Manage purchase orders and ensure accurate pricing, quantities, and delivery dates.

Coordinate with suppliers to secure timely delivery of materials for production.

Track open orders and expedite shipments to meet project deadlines.

Partner with internal teams (operations, logistics, engineering, project management) to align material flow with production needs.

Maintain accurate data across ERP systems and resolve order discrepancies.

Build strong supplier relationships through clear communication and follow-up.

Support outsourcing activities, including blanket POs and vendor-managed inventory.

Use Excel, ERP, and Power BI tools to monitor supply chain performance and identify improvement opportunities.

Assist with supplier selection and pricing for customer proposals.

Contribute to system maintenance and continuous improvement projects.

Take on additional tasks and special projects as assigned.

Degree Requirement

Degree in supply chain, business, or related field preferred; equivalent experience considered.

What You Will Have

Supply Chain Management - MFG : Working knowledge of functions, principles and techniques used in supply chain management; ability to develop and use, strategies, practices and tools for controlling the logistical processes.

Discusses considerations for integrating partner and supplier transactions.

Recognizes software systems or components used to manage supply chain.

Summarizes supply chain considerations for different types of products or components.

Participates in supply chain analysis and uses it to spot trends and improvement opportunities.

Works with a specific part of supply chain management process.

Analytical Thinking : Working 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.

Approaches a situation or problem by defining the problem or issue and determining its significance.

Makes a systematic comparison of two or more alternative solutions.

Uses flow charts, Pareto charts, fish diagrams, etc. to disclose meaningful data patterns.

Identifies the major forces, events and people impacting and impacted by the situation at hand.

Uses logic and intuition to make inferences about the meaning of the data and arrive at conclusions.

Problem Solving : Working 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.

Identifies and documents specific problems and resolution alternatives.

Examines a specific problem and understands the perspective of each involved stakeholder.

Develops alternative techniques for assessing accuracy and relevance of information.

Helps to analyze risks and benefits of alternative approaches and obtain decision on resolution.

Uses fact-finding techniques and diagnostic tools to identify problems.

Business Process Improvement : Working knowledge of business process improvement best practices and ability to use methods for identifying, evaluating, introducing and implementing more efficient approaches to performing business related activities.

Gathers data for use in the analysis of business processes.

Illustrates problems, opportunities and methods for improving existing business processes.

Suggests ways to reduce variation and / or waste in processes.

Helps evaluate what factors should be addressed in the change program.

Participates in requirements analysis for process changes.

Procurement : Working knowledge of buying and procurement; ability to work with organizational strategies and practices, and use tools for buying goods, supplies, equipment and services needed to conduct business.

Works with the procurement of services, materials or equipment.

Follows established procedures, documentation requirements and approval level requests to conduct procurement activities.

Interprets benefits, issues and considerations of using e-procurement.

Uses available procurement systems and tools in transactions with approved suppliers.

Assists in reviewing the fulfillment of administrative and documentation requirements for the completion of purchase.

Project Management : Working knowledge of effective project management strategies and tactics; ability to plan, organize, monitor, and control projects, ensuring efficient utilization of technical and administrative resources to achieve project objectives.

Provides input for Gantt or PERT charts or their equivalent to track project progress and status.

Under guidance, plans and estimates simple projects.

Assists in detailed project plans including cost, schedule, and resource requirements.

Obtains information from stakeholders during the planning stage of a project.

Produces standard project status reports.

Additional Requirements :

Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage priorities in a fast-paced environment

Comfortable working with cross-functional teams and collaborating across departments

Ability to interpret data and present insights clearly to support decision-making

Experience using ERP systems (e.g., SAP) and tools like Excel and Power BI

Willingness to speak up and drive process improvements or escalate issues when needed

Clear and effective communication with internal and external stakeholders

High attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy

What Will Put You Ahead

A proactive, self-starting mindset with a natural curiosity for solving problems

Ability to exercise sound judgment and work independently when needed

Experience in high-volume, manufacturing, or industrial environments

Familiarity with supply chain KPIs and performance tracking

Additional Information

This position requires the candidate to work a 5-day-a-week schedule in the office.

Travel up to ~5% is possible

Relocation is NOT available for this position

Visa sponsorship is NOT available for this position

This Job Description is intended as a general guide to the job duties for this position and is intended for the purpose of establishing the specific salary grade. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as an exhaustive summary of all responsibilities, duties and effort required of employees assigned to this job.

At the discretion of management, this description may be changed at any time to address the evolving needs of the organization. It is expressly not intended to be a comprehensive list of "essential job functions" as that term is defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act.

Summary Pay Range :

$79,800.00 - $119,760.00

Compensation and benefits offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, job level, market location, job-related knowledge, skills, individual performance and experience. Please note that salary is only one component of total compensation at Caterpillar.

Benefits :

Subject to plan eligibility, terms, and guidelines. This is a summary list of 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

These benefits also apply to part-time employees

Posting Dates :

October 17, 2025 - October 26, 2025

Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen.

Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities. Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply.

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