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Product Procurement Engineer
Product Procurement EngineerCaterpillar • Irving, TX, US
Product Procurement Engineer

Product Procurement Engineer

Caterpillar • Irving, TX, US
2 days ago
Job type
  • Part-time
Job description

Career Area

Procurement

Job Description

Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc.

When you join Caterpillar, you are 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

Caterpillar's Electric Power Division has an opening for Product Procurement Engineer. The Product Procurement Engineer works with suppliers to develop network capacity for enclosure packages and other related activities by collaborating with suppliers, design control engineers, value chain engineering, and procurement category teams.

What you will do

  • Cost management related activities from concept to delivery to deliver product at the right quality, total cost, and meet timelines. Achieved through collaboration with various functional areas like packaging, transportation, business resources, supply chain, etc.
  • Implementing product supply strategies aligned with the category management supply strategies that will create a competitive advantage for our customers by developing, optimizing, and integrating a world-class supply network.
  • Managing the quality feedback loops to ensure lessons learned on quality defects are applied across the supply base.
  • Driving Value Analysis and Value Engineering (VAVE) through cost modeling and leveraging suppliers' capabilities.

What you will have

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.

Level Working Knowledge

  • Applies an assigned technique for data-driven thinking in a Decision-Making process.
  • Discerns between "signal" and "noise" when interpreting data.
  • Identifies, obtains, and organizes relevant data and ideas.
  • Participates in the process of choosing KPIs and metrics to influence decisions.
  • Utilizes the basic data collection and evaluation tools and techniques.

    • 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.

    Level Working Knowledge

  • 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.

    • Effective Communications

    Understanding of effective communication concepts, tools and techniques; ability to effectively transmit, receive, and accurately interpret ideas, information, and needs through the application of appropriate communication behaviors.

    Level Working Knowledge

  • Delivers helpful feedback that focuses on behaviors without offending the recipient.
  • Lists feedback without defensiveness and uses it for own communication effectiveness.
  • Makes oral presentations and writes reports needed for own work.
  • Avoids technical jargon when inappropriate.
  • Looks for and considers non-verbal cues from individuals and groups.

    • Interpersonal Relationships

    Knowledge of the techniques and the ability to work with a variety of individuals and groups in a constructive and collaborative manner.

    Level Working Knowledge

  • Explains impact of interactions with individuals and groups.
  • Identifies roles and responsibilities for self and others.
  • Demonstrates an understanding of alternative points of view.
  • Collaborates with departmental associates and management.
  • Adapts interaction style to situations and people.

    • Degree Requirement

  • Degree or equivalent experience desired.

    • Additional Information

  • This position is located in Griffin, GA; Dallas, TX; or Lafayette, IN.
  • Domestic travel up to 30% & minimal international travel is required.
  • Domestic relocation assistance is not offered for this position.
  • Visa sponsorship is not offered for this position.
  • This position requires the candidate to work a 5-day-a-week schedule in the office.

    • Final Details

    This employer is not currently hiring foreign national applicants that require or will require sponsorship tied to a specific employer, such as H, L, TN, F, J, E, O. As a global company, Caterpillar offers many job opportunities outside of the U.S. which can be found through our employment website at www.Caterpillar.com / Careers

    Summary Pay Range

    $95,640.00 - $143,520.00

    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 31, 2025

    Additional Notes

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

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

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