Supply Chain Planning Analyst
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.
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.
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!
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 :
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.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.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.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.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.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.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.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 benefitsPaid time off plan (Vacation, Holidays, Volunteer, etc.)401(k) savings plansHealth Savings Account (HSA)Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)Health Lifestyle ProgramsEmployee Assistance ProgramVoluntary Benefits and Employee DiscountsCareer DevelopmentIncentive bonusDisability benefitsLife InsuranceParental leaveAdoption benefitsTuition ReimbursementThese benefits also apply to part-time employees