Supply Chain Planning Engineer

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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.

Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc.

When you join Caterpillar, you’re joining a global team who care not just about the work we do – but also about each other. We are the makers, problem solvers and future work 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.

Our Product Support and Logistics Division (PSLD) is one of the most innovative divisions within Caterpillar. In PSLD, as within all of Caterpillar, our priority is our customers and helping them build a better world. We touch nearly every element of the services value stream. PSLD is responsible for Aftermarket Parts Distribution of Cat Parts, Integrated Logistics and Global Services supporting Caterpillar dealers and customers. Our teams work together in critical areas that leverage digital capabilities, technology and operational excellence.

As a Supply Chain Planning Engineer, you will be responsible for performing analysis to identify and develop business improvement opportunities and to evaluate return on investment (ROI) of the opportunity.

Additional Information:

• This role is located in Morton IL and does not offer relocation.
• This role is 1st shift, Monday – Friday.
• This role is 100% on-site with no opportunity for hybrid or remote schedules
• This role requires up to 5% domestic travel

What You Will Do:

• Support global customer service teams and business partners by resolving dealer order issues and ensuring timely fulfillment aligned with requested ship dates

• Analyze system behavior and order execution outcomes to determine root causes of fulfillment gaps and provide clear resolutions

• Serve as a subject matter resource for order management processes, addressing inquiries from dealers and internal stakeholders

• Manage system-related issues through incident tickets and drive continuous improvement by creating and supporting business council enhancements and fixes

• Partner with IT to document functional requirements, support testing activities, and assist in implementing order management system enhancements

• Contribute to system transformation initiatives by developing functional requirements (FRDs), supporting validation, and ensuring successful deployment of solutions

• Support the ongoing improvement of order management solutions to enhance system performance, accuracy, and user experience

• Identify, define, and implement improvements to order management and supply chain processes to enhance performance and efficiency

• Establish effective partnerships and best practices with cross-functional teams and business partners to drive alignment and results

• Analyze data and performance metrics to identify opportunities for improved service levels, inventory utilization, and cost efficiency

• Incorporate industry benchmarks and best practices to optimize order management and supply chain solutions

What You Have (Basic Requirements):

• Effectiveness Measurement: Knowledge of effective measurement techniques and ability to measure the quality and quantity of work effort for the purpose of improvement.

• 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.
  
• Decision Making and Critical Thinking: Knowledge of the decision-making process and associated tools and techniques; ability to accurately analyze situations and reach productive decisions based on informed judgment.

• Project Management: 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.

• Supply Chain Management - MFG: 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.
  
  

What Will Set You Apart (Top Candidates Will Have):

• Experience supporting SAP systems and system enhancements, particularly in order management or sourcing environments
• Familiarity with SAP solutions such as SPP, GATP, SAP S/4HANA aATP, or APO Order Management
• Experience contributing to system implementations or large-scale system transformation initiatives
• Ability to partner with IT teams to translate business requirements into effective system solutions
• Background in IT-adjacent roles bridging business and technical stakeholders
  

What You Will Get:

Through it all, we are one team – creating and delivering world-class components and solutions superior to the competition. Learn more about the Caterpillar Experience.

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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Summary Pay Range:

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:

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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