Logistics Technician

Career Area:Supply Chain and LogisticsJob 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. Together, we are building a better world, so we can all enjoy living in it.At Caterpillar, we work to help our customers build a better world. Without our team of talented, bright and driven individuals, we wouldn’t be the Caterpillar we are today. Now, this is your chance to join our team and do work that matters. We want you to help us enable customer success, make progress possible around the world and help our communities grow and thrive. We are looking for a dynamic, organized self-starter to join our Product Support and Logistics Division as a

Logistics Technician

in Morton, IL.The

Product Support and Logistics Division (PSLD)

is one of the most innovative divisions within Caterpillar. In PSLD, 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 & Maintenance Components.Job Summary:As a

Logistics Technician , you will be the primary contact for several Production Facilities and/or Purchased Finished suppliers. You will be actively engaged with the Product Group, Account Managers, and internal customers to support superior service. These areas focus primarily on assurance of supply to ensure customer and dealer demand is met.Additional Info:This role is in Morton, IL and does not offer relocationThis role is 1st shiftThis role requires up to 10% travelWhat You Will Do:Performing work to achieve supply chain performance targets focused on backorders, estimated ship dates, SSP, past due schedules, inventory and turnsExecute schedule adjustments through collaboration, order min/mults, EOQs, lost or misdirected shipments, transportation/FOM issues, ASN issues, E/C level or material code changes, backorder escalation, and all other supplier issues impacting performance targetsGrief resolutionProduct Group/Purchasing/Marketing and Dealer inquiriesExecute Monthly Supplier Shipping Performance ProcessParticipate in all projects and meetings to support performance targets improvements and OPACC improvement initiativesWhat You Have:Accuracy and Attention to Detail:

Understanding the necessity and value of accuracy; ability to complete tasks with high levels of precision.Analytical Thinking:

Approaches a situation or problem by defining the problem or issue and determining its significance.Problem Solving:

Knowledge of approaches, tools, techniques for recognizing, anticipating, and resolving organizational, operational or process problems.Supplier Management:

Knowledge of processes and methods to effectively manage business relationships and transactions with suppliers.Supply Chain Management:

Knowledge of functions, principles and techniques used in supply chain management.What Sets You Apart:Bachelor’s degree, preferably in Business, Supply Chain or Logistics Management.Strong collaborative, interpersonal and communication skills to effectively work with all process partners and customers at all levels.APICS CPIM, CSPC National Certification, or 6 Sigma Project experience.Strong mathematical, critical thinking, analytical thinking and problem-solving skills.Experience with parts product structure, global purchasing and distribution practices.Knowledge of Caterpillar product structure and organization of Caterpillar parts information and technical information databases.Ability to accept increasing responsibility.What You Will Get:Our team embraces flexibility through a hybrid work model. In addition to working onsite at one of our PSLD facilities, our hybrid work model allows employees flexibility to work from home based on business need.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.Posting Dates:October 22, 2024 - November 5, 2024Any 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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