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Posted : Wednesday, November 15, 2023 08:50 PM
Career Area:
Supply Chain and Logistics
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.
The 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).
We’re committed to our customers, who build a better world with our products, services and solutions.
We understand and show the value of why they should always choose us.
We’re exploring new ideas and opportunities – innovating to discover the breakthroughs necessary for tomorrow’s growth.
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 .
What You Will Do: As the Manager, Logistics, you will oversee and direct the operations of our European Equipment Processing Center (EEPC) across four locations and three product groups.
In this role, you will be responsible for leading and optimizing various functions including Order Management, Customer Service, Supply, Scheduling, Production, and Quality functions for a growing number of Prime products (Machines and work tools) processed.
Job duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to: Provide strategic leadership and direction to ensure the smooth and efficient operation of the US Equipment Processing Center (EPC).
Oversee and manage the daily operations of six EPC locations, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and objectives, prioritizing safety, and compliance.
Lead a diverse team across multiple functions, fostering a culture of LEAN, collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement.
Drive operational excellence by implementing best practices, process improvements, and efficiency initiatives to drive an engineered end-to-end value chain.
Collaborate cross-functionally with other departments such as Sales, Engineering, and Logistics to streamline operations and enhance customer satisfaction.
Develop and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders and business partners including customers, suppliers, and internal teams.
Monitor and analyze performance metrics (PQVC) to identify for areas of improvement and implement corrective actions as necessary, with a strong focus on safety, quality, and compliance.
Manager third-party logistics (3PL) partners and ensure laser performance focus to meet operational targets.
Work closely with internal customers (EXD, EMD, BCP, PSB) to understand their requirements and align operational processes accordingly.
Ensure strict compliance with company policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
Other duties as assigned by Caterpillar management from time-to-time.
What You Have: Inventory Management: Knowledge of processes and methods of inventory management; ability to effectively manage organization's materials, commodities, merchandises, or products.
Coordinates daily work of inventory management for different locations within a facility or a supply network.
Devises standard inventory management benchmarks to improve the processes.
Ensures that the inventory is at an appropriate level and meets both internal and external requirements.
Provides guidance on inventory management for a specific product group or location.
Applies systems and processes to identify and coordinate inventory requirements; resolves conflicts.
Reviews reports used for inventory management to find out related problems.
Logistics Management: Knowledge of the processes, tools, and operational considerations for effective and efficient movement of goods and materials; ability to understand, predict and control the movement of goods, materials, and supplies.
Develops and analyzes logistics plans that affect production, distribution, and inventory.
Manages logistics processes through process improvement, prioritization, and project planning.
Implements and maintains monitoring systems to provide information on shipment status, shipped date, in transit location, estimated arrival date, and actual delivery date.
Works with historical, legislative, and practical issues associated with domestic freight.
Participates in contract negotiations and interfaces with selected carriers necessary to maintain expected levels of service.
Consults on all major logistics processes, their interactions, and operational requirements.
Supply Chain Management: Knowledge of functions, principles and techniques used in supply chain management; ability to develop and implement strategies, practices, and tools for controlling the whole processes.
Recognizes software systems or components used to manage supply chain.
Participates in supply chain analysis and uses it to spot trends and improvement opportunities.
Discusses considerations for integrating partner and supplier transactions.
Summarizes supply chain considerations for different types of products.
Works with a specific part of supply chain management process.
What Will Set You Apart: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Business Administration, Operations Management, Engineering, or related field.
Previous leadership skills with the ability to motivate and inspire teams to achieve high performance.
Previous experience working in a matrix organization.
Knowledge of LEAN manufacturing principles and continuous improvement methodologies.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suites and ERP systems.
Previous experience with MACH 1.
Additional Information: Position Location: Morton, IL (USA) Travel Requirement: 10% (Domestic & International) Relocation Assistance Available: No US Work Sponsorship Available: No Our team embraces flexibility through a hybrid work model.
In addition to working onsite at our facility in Morton, IL, our hybrid work model allows employees flexibility to work from home based on business need.
#LI #BI 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: April 19, 2024 - April 25, 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.
Not ready to apply? Join our Talent Community .
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.
The 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).
We’re committed to our customers, who build a better world with our products, services and solutions.
We understand and show the value of why they should always choose us.
We’re exploring new ideas and opportunities – innovating to discover the breakthroughs necessary for tomorrow’s growth.
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 .
What You Will Do: As the Manager, Logistics, you will oversee and direct the operations of our European Equipment Processing Center (EEPC) across four locations and three product groups.
In this role, you will be responsible for leading and optimizing various functions including Order Management, Customer Service, Supply, Scheduling, Production, and Quality functions for a growing number of Prime products (Machines and work tools) processed.
Job duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to: Provide strategic leadership and direction to ensure the smooth and efficient operation of the US Equipment Processing Center (EPC).
Oversee and manage the daily operations of six EPC locations, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and objectives, prioritizing safety, and compliance.
Lead a diverse team across multiple functions, fostering a culture of LEAN, collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement.
Drive operational excellence by implementing best practices, process improvements, and efficiency initiatives to drive an engineered end-to-end value chain.
Collaborate cross-functionally with other departments such as Sales, Engineering, and Logistics to streamline operations and enhance customer satisfaction.
Develop and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders and business partners including customers, suppliers, and internal teams.
Monitor and analyze performance metrics (PQVC) to identify for areas of improvement and implement corrective actions as necessary, with a strong focus on safety, quality, and compliance.
Manager third-party logistics (3PL) partners and ensure laser performance focus to meet operational targets.
Work closely with internal customers (EXD, EMD, BCP, PSB) to understand their requirements and align operational processes accordingly.
Ensure strict compliance with company policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
Other duties as assigned by Caterpillar management from time-to-time.
What You Have: Inventory Management: Knowledge of processes and methods of inventory management; ability to effectively manage organization's materials, commodities, merchandises, or products.
Coordinates daily work of inventory management for different locations within a facility or a supply network.
Devises standard inventory management benchmarks to improve the processes.
Ensures that the inventory is at an appropriate level and meets both internal and external requirements.
Provides guidance on inventory management for a specific product group or location.
Applies systems and processes to identify and coordinate inventory requirements; resolves conflicts.
Reviews reports used for inventory management to find out related problems.
Logistics Management: Knowledge of the processes, tools, and operational considerations for effective and efficient movement of goods and materials; ability to understand, predict and control the movement of goods, materials, and supplies.
Develops and analyzes logistics plans that affect production, distribution, and inventory.
Manages logistics processes through process improvement, prioritization, and project planning.
Implements and maintains monitoring systems to provide information on shipment status, shipped date, in transit location, estimated arrival date, and actual delivery date.
Works with historical, legislative, and practical issues associated with domestic freight.
Participates in contract negotiations and interfaces with selected carriers necessary to maintain expected levels of service.
Consults on all major logistics processes, their interactions, and operational requirements.
Supply Chain Management: Knowledge of functions, principles and techniques used in supply chain management; ability to develop and implement strategies, practices, and tools for controlling the whole processes.
Recognizes software systems or components used to manage supply chain.
Participates in supply chain analysis and uses it to spot trends and improvement opportunities.
Discusses considerations for integrating partner and supplier transactions.
Summarizes supply chain considerations for different types of products.
Works with a specific part of supply chain management process.
What Will Set You Apart: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Business Administration, Operations Management, Engineering, or related field.
Previous leadership skills with the ability to motivate and inspire teams to achieve high performance.
Previous experience working in a matrix organization.
Knowledge of LEAN manufacturing principles and continuous improvement methodologies.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suites and ERP systems.
Previous experience with MACH 1.
Additional Information: Position Location: Morton, IL (USA) Travel Requirement: 10% (Domestic & International) Relocation Assistance Available: No US Work Sponsorship Available: No Our team embraces flexibility through a hybrid work model.
In addition to working onsite at our facility in Morton, IL, our hybrid work model allows employees flexibility to work from home based on business need.
#LI #BI 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: April 19, 2024 - April 25, 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.
Not ready to apply? Join our Talent Community .
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• Location : Morton, IL
• Post ID: 9152257746
