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Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc.
When you join Caterpillar, you'rejoining 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'tjust 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.Updated04/21/2023Role DefinitionProcesses requisitions and provides support for purchasing, supply chain, sourcing, cost, price analyses and contract/purchase order generation.Responsibilities Developing improvement plans to support buyers & professionals related to Response Time, Lean Targets Quality, Cost, Logistics, Development, and Management (QCLDM) to enable optimal and efficient operations. Performing analysis and maintenance of assigned processes that produce output excellence, builds expertise for the assign process area, and contributing to continuous improvement efforts. Supporting customers and customer proposal efforts with pricing information and supplier selection. Performing analytical and administrative tasks in support of purchasing strategic initiatives.Degree RequirementDegree or equivalent experience desired"This position requires working onsite five days a week.Skill DescriptorsData-driven Decision MakingKnowledge 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 Basic UnderstandingDescribes major considerations and issues in the use of data-driven decision making. Differentiates Data-driven decision making from traditional decision making. Explains characteristics and steps in an effective Data-driven Decision-Making process. Identifies key objectives in gathering and analyzing data.Analytical ThinkingKnowledge 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 Basic UnderstandingNames specific tools or techniques that can be used to support the analytical thinking process. Describes specific software applications or products used for business analytics. Gives examples of how analytical thinking has been used to resolve problems. Helps others research and learn more about business analytics tools and applications.Effective CommunicationsUnderstanding 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 Working KnowledgeDelivers helpful feedback that focuses on behaviors without offending the recipient. Listens to feedback without defensiveness and uses it for own communication effectiveness. Makes oral presentations and writes reports needed for own work. Avoids technical jargon when inappropriate. Looks for and considers non-verbal cues from individuals and groups.Project ManagementKnowledge 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.Level Basic UnderstandingIdentifies project management tools and requirements within own function. Describes the key objectives, phases and deliverables of a current project. Explains the concepts of phase, activity, task, and deliverable. Gives examples of critical paths in projects.ProcurementKnowledge of buying and procurement; ability to work with organizational strategies and practices, and use tools for buying goods, supplies, equipment and services needed to conduct business.Level Basic UnderstandingIdentifies the major steps and critical paths in a purchasing cycle. Explains the basic concepts and responsibilities of institutional purchasing. Describes the major types of materials, products or services purchased by the organization. Identifies the basic tools used for maintaining procurement information and records.Knowledge of a Specific Procurement SystemKnowledge of the features, functions and operations of a specific procurement system; ability to develop and use tools, techniques, and practices for a specific procurement application.Level Basic UnderstandingSummarizes major functions, features and capabilities of the procurement application. Identifies key reports, their use, and frequency related to the specific procurement system. Explains how to process purchases of basic materials and supplies. Identifies key components of the specific system using relevant language.Purchasing Tasks and ActivitiesKnowledge of policies, regulations and processes of purchasing; ability to use practices and procedures for procurement of materials, components, equipment and services.Level Basic UnderstandingIdentifies the basic tools used for maintaining procurement information. Identifies major types of products or services purchased by the organization. Explains the basic concepts and responsibilities of purchasing tasks and activities. Describes established procurement processes and standards.Logistics ManagementKnowledge 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.Level Basic UnderstandingDocuments internal and external informative sources or proprietary materials about logistics management. Describes basic logistical processes and sub-processes. Explains how improvements in logistics contribute to competitive advantage in the marketplace. Identifies issues and considerations for inbound and outbound logistics.This 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.Relocation is available for this position.Posting Dates:
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