NPI Team Leader (Kitting)

Career Area:

Engineering

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.

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 from procurement to design and manufacturing to distribution. PSLD is responsible for Aftermarket Parts Distribution of Cat Parts, Integrated Logistics, segment Procurement and the design and manufacture of Wear Components (Undercarriage and GET) and Maintenance Components (Seals, Tubes & Hardware, Hose & Couplings, Fluids and Filters). 

As a NPI Team Leader (Kitting) you will lead the execution of the Business Unit focused on New Product Introduction (NPI) projects, established project plans and use the NPI process to manage delivery of Kitting solutions.  This position will work across work groups and product lines to bring Kitting solutions through the NPI process in a timely and effective manner.

Additional Information:

• Location:   Morton, IL (United States)
• Required Travel:   10% (Domestic)
• Relocation Assistance Offered:   None.
• Our team embraces flexibility through a hybrid work model.  In addition to working onsite at our Morton, IL facility, our hybrid work model allows employees the flexibility to work from home based on business need.

What You Will Do:

• Manages NPI projects to ensure they are on time, within budget, and aligned with the product strategy.
• Assists in prioritizing NPI projects based on enterprise impact and objectives.
• Assists in assembling the business case for project requests.
• Builds relationships and collaborates with other departments.
• Identifies areas of focus for continuous improvement.
• Other duties as assigned by Caterpillar management from time-to-time.

What You Have (Basic Requirements):

• Products and Services:   Knowledge of major products and services and product and service groups; ability to apply knowledge of product and service appropriately to diverse situations.
  • Obtains information about product and service linkages with other products and services elsewhere in organization.
  • Researches the target market and how the product and services are sold and delivered.
  • Explains current status, delivery alternatives and announced updates to products and services.
  • Summarizes key features of major products or services in own unit.
  • Assesses own unit's product alternatives, costs, and pricing.
• 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.
• Problem Solving:   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.
• Customer Service Management:   Knowledge of customer service priorities and ability to utilize tools and techniques for maintaining an environment where all understand and are committed to providing excellent service to internal and external customers.
  • Facilitates the resolution of customer problems, issues, or concerns.
  • Monitors and reports on delivery of what was promised.
  • Participates in a team that provides direct customer service.
  • Ensures identification of customer needs and priorities.
  • Analyzes problem trends and takes steps to avoid recurrence.
• Program Management:   Knowledge of the policies and techniques to manage a set of related projects within a program; ability to plan, organize, monitor, and control the set of projects, ensuring efficient utilization of technical and administrative resources to achieve program objectives.
  • Assists in detailed project plans including cost, schedule, and resource requirements.
  • Participates in planning, estimating, and executing a set of projects.
  • Follows standard criteria to track project progress and status to ensure they are in line with program objectives.
  • Monitors standard project status reports.
  • Coordinates the necessary resources for managing efficient and effective projects within the program.

What Will Set You Apart (Preferred Qualifications):

• Bachelor’s degree or higher, or at least five (5) years of experience in Engineering, Project Management, Business, or Customer/Dealer Support.
• Previous Project Management or Project leadership experience.
• Knowledge of Caterpillar products and NPI processes.
• Previous experience working with and influencing diverse groups to reach consensus.

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 .  The total rewards package, beyond based salary includes:

• Annual Incentive Bonus Plan*
• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage starting Day 1
• Paid Time Off Plan (Vacation, Holiday, Volunteer, etc.)
• 401(k) Savings Plan including Company match.
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
• Short and long-term disability coverage
• Life Insurance
• Parental Leave
• Employee Assistance Programs
• Voluntary Benefits and Employee Discounts
• Career Development

*Subject to annual eligibility an incentive plan guideline

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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Posting Dates:

November 22, 2024 - December 5, 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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