Senior Inventory Analyst

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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.

Job Summary

This role provides critical supply chain planning systems support across SAP (SPP) planning modules, including Demand Forecasting & Inventory Planning, DRP, and Deployment. The position is responsible for maintaining system stability, enabling scalable system‑based solutions, and supporting increased planning complexity driven by Deployment needs, contract kitting, and ongoing system evolution. The role serves as a key integration point between planning functions, ensuring changes are aligned end‑to‑end and executed through standard, supportable system logic.

Required Qualifications – Caterpillar IM / SAP SPP

• Minimum 5 years of hands‑on SAP SPP experience supporting Caterpillar‑scale planning environments, with deep functional expertise in:
  • DFIP (Demand Forecasting & Inventory Planning)
  • DRP (Distribution Requirements Planning)
  • Deployment
• Deep functional knowledge of SAP (SPP) DFIP, DRP, and Deployment to support migration to the eSPP platform.
• Demonstrated experience supporting SAP SPP implementations, including migration from legacy planning solutions and stabilization of post‑go‑live operations
• Strong functional knowledge of SAP SPP Kitting, including:
  • Kit‑on‑Demand (KoD) planning and execution
  • Kit‑to‑Stock (KtS) planning and execution
• Proven ability to support and optimize end‑to‑end IM planning flows, from forecast consumption through replenishment and deployment execution
• Advanced proficiency in SAS, including:
  • Large‑scale data extraction from SAP/SPP and enterprise data sources
  • Development of analytical models, operational metrics, and exception reporting
• Experience partnering with Sourcing & Releasing, Demand Planning, Deployment, and Distribution Systems teams to support business outcomes
• Ability to translate business requirements into SPP functional design, configuration recommendations, and clear technical documentation
• Experience supporting production IM systems, including issue triage, root‑cause analysis, and defect resolution in coordination with IT and business partners
• Strong communication skills with the ability to explain complex SPP concepts to both technical and non‑technical stakeholders

Preferred / Additional Caterpillar‑Relevant Skills

• Familiarity with aftermarket / parts supply chain planning, including service‑level driven inventory strategies
• Experience with inventory segmentation, redeployment logic, and backorder avoidance strategies
• Exposure to global, multi‑node distribution networks and complex deployment flows
• Experience documenting IM process flows, functional specifications, and training materials for enterprise audiences
• Strong continuous‑improvement mindset with demonstrated ability to deliver measurable inventory, service, or cost benefits
• Ability to operate effectively in cross‑functional, global, matrixed environments

Caterpillar is not currently hiring individuals for this position who now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status; however, as a global company, Caterpillar offers many job opportunities outside of India which can be found through our employment website at www.caterpillar.com/careers.

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 wage, because we value your performance, we offer a total rewards package that provides day one benefits along with the potential of a variable bonus. Additional benefits include paid annual leave, flexi leave, medical and insurance (prorated based upon hire date).

Final Details:

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This Job Description is intended as a general guide to the job duties for this position and is intended for the purpose of establishing the specific salary grade. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as an exhaustive summary of all responsibilities, duties and effort required of employees assigned to this job. At the discretion of management, this description may be changed at any time to address the evolving needs of the organization. It is expressly not intended to be a comprehensive list of “essential job functions” as that term is defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act.

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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