Job Information
Caterpillar, Inc. Process & Solutions Owner in Mossville, Illinois
Career Area:
Procurement
Job Description:
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Job Summary:
Caterpillar Procurement Classification (CPC) owner. CPC is foundational to the success of PROcure and directly enables PROcure buyer assignment, supplier assignment, and spend analytics. The incumbent should have a thorough understanding of part releasing, specifications, and how a part is manufactured. We have a fabulous team that does some of the most exciting work at Caterpillar, and we can’t wait for you to join the team!
What you will do:
Ensure all items in PROcure are assigned a CPC
Establish governance processes to ensure CPC quality and sustainability. Monitor process health using KPIs
Manage a grief process to ensure timely data corrections
Partner with Parts Discovery Tool (PDT) team to ensure all items are classified at release and maintain a product hierarchy that facilitates accurate product differentiation
Understand manufacturing processes and 1E Specs to ensure CPC process attributes are accurately assigned
What Skills you will have:
Data-driven Decision Making : Knowledge of the data-driven decision-making process and associated tools and techniques; ability to gather
and analyze data to make organizational decisions that align with strategic business objectives and goals.
Level Extensive Experience:
• Advises on advanced data analysis methodologies and technologies to make more informed decisions.
• Coaches others on improving the validity and reliability of data used in various Decision-Making processes.
• Designs KPIs and metrics to analyze data and influence decisions.
• Evaluates the opportunities and the challenges of integrating data into decisions.
• Oversees data gathering and analysis activities within the organization.
• Seeks input from multiple sources to generate diverse ideas for Decision Making.
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.
Level Working Knowledge:
• Approaches a situation or problem by defining the problem or issue and determining its significance.
• Makes a systematic comparison of two or more alternative solutions.
• Uses flow charts, Pareto charts, fish diagrams, etc. to disclose meaningful data patterns.
• Identifies the major forces, events and people impacting and impacted by the situation at hand.
• Uses logic and intuition to make inferences about the meaning of the data and arrive at conclusions.
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.
Level Extensive Experience:
• Reviews others' writing or presentations and provides feedback and coaching.
• Adapts documents and presentations for the intended audience.
• Demonstrates both empathy and assertiveness when communicating a need or defending a position.
• Communicates well downward, upward, and outward.
• Employs appropriate methods of persuasion when soliciting agreement.
• Maintains focus on the topic at hand.
Interpersonal Relationships : Knowledge of the techniques and the ability to work with a variety of individuals and groups in a constructive
and collaborative manner.
Level Extensive Experience:
• Seeks out what's common in conflicting points of view.
• Influences key individuals inside and outside own group and earns their respect.
• Resolves potentially harmful differences between individuals and groups of people.
• Contributes as a member on a variety of teams.
• Establishes and maintains productive working relationships within and outside of own area.
• Establishes and maintains credibility with clients and teammates.
Cost-Benefit Analysis: Knowledge of the principles and tools used in cost-benefit analysis; ability to analyze the purpose and scope of a producer, product, process, or project in terms of cost and benefits.
Level Extensive Experience:
• Evaluates alternative approaches to determining the cost-benefit ratio.
• Advises others on developing cost-benefit analyses in different organizational areas.
• Correlates quantified benefits with user objectives.
• Establishes best practices for quantifying costs and benefits.
• Recommends processes for selecting measurements and approaches for cost-benefit analyses.
• Collaborates with senior management in aligning strategies with organizational goals and industry benchmarks.
Supplier Management - MFG : Knowledge of processes and methods to effectively manage business relationships and transactions with
suppliers of raw materials or product components; ability to apply related knowledge, experience and skills into real practice.
Level Working Knowledge:
• Follows procedures in carrying out routine supplier management tasks.
• Uses electronic systems or tools to record/retrieve supplier information and carry out transactions with suppliers.
• Resolves routine supplier issues; escalates non-routine issues up chain of command.
• Researches alternative vendors or suppliers; participates in supplier selection.
• Works with suppliers to ensure that purchases meet delivery date and quality specifications.
Education and Experience requirement:
Bachelor’s degree; in lieu of degree – 7+ years in procurement or relevant engineering/digital experience
Working knowledge of procurement processes and supplier capabilities
Additional Information:
The primary location for this position is Mossville, IL
Domestic relocation assistance is not available
This position may require 15% travel
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 wage, because we value your performance, we offer a total rewards package that provides:
Competitive Base Salary
Annual incentive bonus plan*
Medical, dental, and vision coverage
Paid time off plan (Vacation, Holiday, Volunteer, Etc.)
401k savings plan
Health savings account (HSA)
Flexible spending accounts (FSAs)
Short and long-term disability coverage
Life Insurance
Paid parental leave
Healthy Lifestyle Programs
Employee Assistance Programs
Voluntary Benefits (Ex. Accident, Identity Theft Protection)
*Subject to annual eligibility and incentive plan guidelines.
Final details:
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Posting Dates:
May 20, 2024 - June 2, 2024
Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen.
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