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Caterpillar Financial Services Corporation

Manager, Logistics

Caterpillar Financial Services Corporation, Chicago, Illinois, United States,


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.

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 the

Manager, Logistics

you will be responsible for assuring the facilities product meets both Caterpillar’s internal and external customer specifications.

Additional Information:

Location:

Mapleton, IL (United States)

Required Travel:

10% (Domestic)

Relocation Assistance Offered:

None.

What You Will Do:

Manages all facility Logistics and Supply Chain functions and reports to the Facility Manager.

Manages an organization consisting of approximately six (6) management/support employees and approximately twenty (20) Material Specialists supporting production on all shifts (not directly supervising).

Provides leadership in all Supply Chain/Logistics functions including production scheduling, S&OP, material planning, kitting, internal trucking, and dock services.

Manages and optimizes direct and indirect inventory levels and is the liaison for the onsite crib support.

Will engage with facility OEM customer Commercial groups.

Works with suppliers and procurement teams to improve supplier delivery performance.

Lead the supply chain optimization efforts for the facility.

Responsible for planning, execution, and implementation of all logistics related capital investments.

Owns administration of the facility’s returnable container program.

Responsible for training, motivating, and development of employees.

Drives root cause analysis and resolution on all forms of loss (i.e., Safety, Quality, Production, and Cost).

Champions Lean culture and rolls out Lean initiatives/tools for functional area.

Other duties as assigned by Caterpillar management from time-to-time.

What You Have (Basic 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.

Inventory Management:

Knowledge of processes and methods of inventory management; ability to effectively manage organization's materials, commodities, merchandises, or products.

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.

Project Management:

Knowledge 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.

Warehouse Management:

Knowledge of the policies, processes and systems of warehouse management; ability to effectively manage one or more warehouses or distribution centers.

Distribution Center Management:

Knowledge of distribution processes, issues and considerations; ability to effectively manage the receipt, storage, and distribution of inventory to stores and/or customers.

What Will Set You Apart (Preferred Qualifications):

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, Logistics, Business Administration or related field.

Previous experience in Inventory Management and Control, Purchasing, Parts Distribution and/or Supply Chain/Logistics.

APICS CPM or CSCP National Certification.

Lean and/or 6 Sigma Black Belt Certification/Experience.

Ability to develop creative/original solutions to complex problems.

Ability to establish and monitor policies and guidelines.

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 and 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.

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:

September 27, 2024 - October 10, 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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