Facility Procurement Professional at Caterpillar in Brooklyn Park, Minnesota

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Career Area:
Procurement
Job Description:

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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.

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Caterpillar is seeking a Facility Procurement Professional in Brooklyn Park, MN. In this role, you will drive excellence and seamless integration between procurement functions and facility support teams. As a valued member, you will play a key role in ensuring the smooth execution of supply-related activities, contributing to the overall success of our operations in Brooklyn Park.

What you can look forward to in this role:

• Spearheading the delivery of lean, responsive, and resilient material and services flow for the facility, ensuring seamless coordination from source to dock and beyond.
• Identifying opportunities for cost reduction, inventory optimization, and quality enhancements, while also ensuring the robustness of business proposals and effectively managing risks.
• Overseeing and optimizing the procurement function within the supply network to meet defined response time, cost, quality, and lean targets.
• Collaborating closely with business partners and suppliers to address facility-specific supplier issues promptly and effectively.
• Leading project management efforts and providing implementation support for strategic initiatives aimed at enhancing operational efficiency and effectiveness.

A successful candidate in this role will showcase their skills in:

• 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.
• 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.
• 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.

Top Candidates for this position may also have:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, or a technical curriculum.
• Strong project management skills, particularly in leading high-value cost reduction projects.
• Proven ability to shift focus among several efforts, understanding that ongoing shifts in demand and priorities.

Additional Information:

• The primary location for this position is Brooklyn Park, MN.
• Domestic relocation assistance is not available
• Sponsorship is not available

How we support you (Employee benefits)

Our goal at Caterpillar is for you to have a rewarding career including the potential to advance your career into operations leadership and other advanced manufacturing positions. We offer a total rewards package that provides day one benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision, RX, and 401K) along with the potential of a very generous yearly bonus. Additional benefits include paid vacations and paid holidays (Prorated based on hire date). Safety is a top priority at Caterpillar, we provide all necessary personal protective equipment: steel toe boots, safety glasses, hearing protection, uniform shirts, and pants.

The power of everyone

At Caterpillar, we believe that each person is unique and valued. We are committed to ensuring that our workplace is diverse and representative of the many customers we serve around the globe. Different perspectives help us achieve our best work and come together to form a high performing Caterpillar team that makes positive changes in the community where we live and work. To learn more about Caterpillar please visit: www.Caterpillar.com

Posting Dates:
November 8, 2024 - November 22, 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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