• Job Description

  Req#: R0000303413

  Career Area:

  Procurement

  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.

  This position is a Category Buyer responsible for the procurement of Material Handling Equipment and Logistics Automation. Reporting directly to the Category Procurement Manager, this role will work with operations team to define business requirements and drive global strategy that supports overall organizational objectives . Key work activities include strategy development, managing a network of service providers, strategic sourcing to meet operational objectives , bidding process, contracts administration and driving supplier performance .

  Additionally, this buyer role is expected to further the development of sourcing strategies for the segment, utilizing subject matter expertise to effectively identify areas to differentiate the supply base and optimize the packaging network, helping to assure supply and contain cost for the enterprise.

  The role requires a strong communicator capable of working on solutions to complex problems for internal process partners and customers, keeping them informed of progress and working closely with them to ensure all requirements are met. Relationship building and management at senior levels with the suppliers is also expected that will foster trust, professionalism and continuous improvement.

  Job Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Work with facilities and logistics engineering teams to develop best in class logistics automation solutions. Work with Caterpillar’s legal services to ensure that all contracts provide Caterpillar with appropriate legal protection.

  • Documenting the suppliers' performance on time sensitivity and production

  • Procure material handling equipment and logistics automation services that meet Cat’s complex global operational and procurement standard requirements.

  • Key focus around strategic sourcing to ensure capacity , service and market price objectives are met.

  • Developing, managing, and executing the category strategy, policies, agreements, source catalogs, and special procurement programs.

  Skills Required:

  • Bachelor’s Degree

  • Communication: Well-developed communication and presentation skills

  • Interpersonal Relationships: Maintaining a strong relationship with suppliers. Works with different external suppliers to address critical issues and resolves major problems for implementing supplier relationship management practices. Ability to work both independently and in a team environment.

  • Negotiation and Contract Management: Lead contract negotiations with providers to achieve service and price that meet operational objectives and is in accordance with Cat’s long-term strategy.

  • Purchasing and Procurement: Extensive experience in project management and/or procurement as this role is the procurement lead for the development of material handling equipment and automation solutions.

  • Data Analytics and Strategic Sourcing: Works with various basic components of strategic sourcing, such as data analysis, market research, commodity indexation and purchasing budgets examination. Recognizing the potential for cost decreases, inventory reductions and quality improvement, as well as responsibility for soundness of business proposals and risk assessment.

  Top Candidates Will Also Have:

  • Experience in Process improvement and/or Project Management
  • Industry relevant certifications ( i.e. LEAN, Six Sigma, APICS, PMP)
  • Advanced Degree (Business, Logistics or Supply Chain)

  Additional Information:

  • This position does offer relocation
  • This position requires 25% or less travel
  • This role is in East Peoria, IL

  Additional Information:

  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 .

  Employee benefit details

  Our goal at Caterpillar is for you to have a rewarding career. Our teams are critical to the success of our customers who build a better world.

  Here you earn more than just an hourly wage because we value your performance, we offer a total rewards package that provides day one benefits (medical, dental, vision, RX, and 401K) along with the potential of a yearly STIP bonus.

  Additional benefits include paid vacation days and paid holidays (prorated based upon hire date).

  Final details

  Please frequently check the email associated with your application, including the junk/spam folder, as this is the primary correspondence method. If you wish to know the status of your application – please use the candidate log-in on our career website as it will reflect any updates to your status.

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  Summary Pay Range:

  $110,520.00 - $165,840.00

  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:

  May 8, 2025 - May 25, 2025

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

  EEO/AA Employer. All qualified individuals - Including minorities, females, veterans and individuals with disabilities - are encouraged to apply.

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• About the company

  Since 1925, Caterpillar Inc. has been helping our customers build a better world – making sustainable progress possible and driving positive change on every continent. With 2020 sales and revenues of $41.7 billion, Caterpillar Inc. is the world’s leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, diesel and natural gas engines, industrial gas turbines, and diesel-electric locomotives. We do business on every continent, principally operating through three primary segments – Construction Industries, Resource Industries, and Energy & Transportation – and providing financing and related services through our Financial Products segment.

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