Job Information
Caterpillar, Inc. Procurement Solutions Manager in Athens, Georgia
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.
Caterpillar Inc. is seeking a dedicated Procurement Solutions Manager to spearhead supply chain and source strategy design for our Building Construction Products Engineering & Supply Management organization. You will mainly support the two focused efforts: PROcure readiness and deployment across BCP (categories and facilities); and the BCP Supply Resiliency strategy execution. As the BCP PROcure deployment lead, you will function as the voice and advocate for our organization to coordinate and lead prerequisite/readiness projects for upcoming PROcure modules. Establishing a strategic plan for BCP that can be executed successfully in the new software across the organization will be a significant area of focus. Key Projects will include Buyer Assignment, Enterprise Item Master and alignment with Sourcing and Item Master Module deployments. Additionally, you will support the coordination and execution of Supply Resiliency methodologies across our Building Construction Products Division, collaborating closely with BCP Engineering & Supply Management, Product, Supply Chain & Operations, and Facility Organizations. Your primary focus will be on delivering robust supply resiliency strategies that mitigate risk in terms of product/component availability and quality and enable us to achieve our customer expectations. This position is a non-supervisory leadership position for our global teams and candidate must have proven leadership qualities.
What You Will Do:
Lead project teams and work collaboratively with partners across the organization in support of complex, and often critical, cross functional sourcing and supply chain strategic projects and initiatives. Achieve operational objectives by developing integrated project plans and schedules while creating plans in accordance with business objectives and target completion dates.
Represent BCP in various project initiatives across the corporation to standardize and optimize business processes while understanding, advocating and collaborating as required to support the BCP voice of the customer business requirements and needs.
Drive communication and change management of key PROcure and Supply Resiliency project initiatives across a global BCP organization recognizing the need to support cultural and time zone differences and needs.
Work closely with Operations, Manufacturing, Purchasing, Finance, and Engineering, in support of supply chain and/or manufacturing strategies. Independently make decisions and drive execution of correct supply chain solutions.
Share Effective presentations and communications (written and verbal) to various levels of the organization.
What You Have (Basic Qualifications):
Degree/Experience: bachelor’s degree in supply chain management or an engineering, technical or business curriculum OR varied experience in supply chain management, purchasing, engineering, New Product Introduction/Development, or operations.
Procurement: Experience in various levels of procurement with strong understanding and application for purchasing processes and systems
Program Management: Track record of delivering impactful results on complex multi-disciplined projects, without direct supervisory authority.
Alignment: Strong aptitude for fostering alignment among diverse stakeholders towards common goals and objectives.
Cross-Team Integration: Proven ability to understand the importance of inter-team collaboration in breaking down silos and achieving business results; ability to lead employees from various functions to communicate, coordinate work across divisions, and collaborate in solving problems as one team.
Top Candidates Will Have :
Experience with six sigma methodologies, Black Belt certification, or demonstrated lean process improvement experience to enhance operational excellence.
Knowledge of data gathering and analysis tools, techniques, and processes; ability to collect and synthesize data from a variety of stakeholders and sources in an objective manner to reach a conclusion, goal, or judgment.
Familiarity with heavy machinery or other similar industries, providing valuable context for immediate contribution.
Experience in systems such as Tableau, PowerBI, procurement systems, manufacturing management systems, and supply chain management systems.
Additional Info :
Location: Sanford, NC; Clayton, NC; Cary, NC or Athens, GA
10-20% domestic and international potential
Domestic relocation is available to those who qualify.
ISE assignments are not available.
Visa sponsorship is not available.
What You Will Get:
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 a salary because we value your performance. We offer a total rewards package that provides day one benefits [medical, dental, vision, RX, and 401(k)] along with the potential of an annual bonus.
Additional benefits include paid vacation days and paid holidays (prorated based upon hire date).
About Caterpillar:
Caterpillar Inc. is the world’s leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, off-highway diesel and natural gas engines, industrial gas turbines and diesel-electric locomotives. For nearly 100 years, we’ve been helping customers build a better, more sustainable world and are committed and contributing to a reduced-carbon future. Our innovative products and services, backed by our global dealer network, provide exceptional value that helps customers succeed.
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Relocation is available for this position.
Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position. 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.
Posting Dates:
September 10, 2024 - September 24, 2024
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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