South Milwaukee, Wisconsin, United States · On-site
$98k–$146k/yr
Career Area: Procurement 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…
Skills: Process Management, Data-driven Decision Making, Analytical Thinking, Supplier Management, Procurement
Budapest, Central Hungary, Hungary · On-site
Career Area: Students and Graduates 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 ot…
Skills: Problem Solving, Communication, Ms Office, 3D Design Software, English Language
Qingdao, Shandong, China · On-site
Career Area: Engineering 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…
Skills: Tactical Planning, Strategic Planning, Decision Making, Critical Thinking, Technical Excellence
Thiruvallur, Tamil Nadu, India · On-site
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 eac…
Skills: Demand Management, Forecasting, Data Gathering & Analysis, Analytical Thinking, Order Configuration
Mapleton, Illinois, United States · On-site
$128k–$193k/yr
Career Area: Environmental Health and Safety 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 abou…
Skills: EHS Policy Compliance, Risk Management, Collaborating, Problem Solving, Sustainability
San Luis Potosí City, San Luis Potosí, Mexico · On-site
Career Area: Students and Graduates 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 ot…
Skills: Human Resources, Administration, Psychology, Business Management
Mapleton, Illinois, United States · On-site
$89k–$134k/yr
Career Area: Manufacturing 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 a…
Skills: Quality Management, Analytical Thinking, Planning and Organizing, Process Improvement, Manufacturing Operations
Tucson, Arizona, United States · On-site
$148k–$222k/yr
Career Area: Engineering 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…
Skills: Product Design, Project Management, Cross-functional Leadership, Technical Troubleshooting, Requirements Analysis
Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India · On-site
Career Area: Procurement 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…
Skills: Data-driven Decision Making, Analytical Thinking, Effective Communications, Project Management, Procurement
Westminster, Colorado, United States · On-site
$98k–$158k/yr
Career Area: Technology, Digital and Data 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 e…
Skills: Business Analysis, Decision Making, Critical Thinking, Effective Communication, Workflow Mapping
Bangalore, Karnataka, India · On-site
Career Area: Finance 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…
Skills: Financial Analysis, Reconciliation, Derivatives, Financial Markets, Investment Banking Services
São Paulo, São Paulo, Brazil · On-site
Career Area: Technology, Digital and Data 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 e…
Skills: Product Management, Taxonomy Strategy, Structured Data, Business Analysis, Stakeholder Management
Madrid, Community of Madrid, Spain · On-site
Career Area: Sales 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 m…
Skills: Sales Planning, Account Management, Value Selling, Negotiation, Relationship Management
Channelview, Texas, United States · On-site
$30/hr–$45/hr
Career Area: Operations 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 …
Skills: CNC Maintenance, PLC Operations, Industrial Troubleshooting, Preventive Maintenance, Mechanical Repair
Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India · On-site
Career Area: Procurement 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…
Skills: Data-driven Decision Making, Analytical Thinking, Effective Communications, Project Management, Procurement
Mossville, Illinois, United States · On-site
$113k–$183k/yr
Career Area: Engineering 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…
Skills: Software Development Life Cycle, Technical Troubleshooting, Programming, Embedded Software, Cloud Services
Mossville, Illinois, United States · On-site
$128k–$193k/yr
Career Area: Engineering 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…
Skills: Functional Safety Analysis, Regulatory Compliance, Risk Management, Data Analysis, PowerBI
Lafayette, Indiana, United States · On-site
$89k–$134k/yr
Career Area: Manufacturing 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 a…
Skills: Robot Programming, PLC Programming, HMI Programming, Circuit Analysis, Hydraulics
Rayong, Thailand · On-site
Career Area: Operations 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 …
Skills: Metal Fabrication, Welding, Engineering Drawing Interpretation, Manual Metalworking Machinery, Quality Inspection
Ciénega de Flores, Nuevo León, Mexico · On-site
Career Area: Manufacturing 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 a…
Skills: Robot Programming, PLC Programming, Industrial Automation, Preventive Maintenance, Technical Leadership
South Milwaukee, Wisconsin, United States • On-site
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Manage the procurement of high-value, low-volume components to ensure a resilient flow of materials from source to dock. Coordinate with suppliers and internal stakeholders to optimize costs, quality, and continuity of supply for the manufacturing facility.
Requires expertise in process management, data-driven decision making, and supplier management within a manufacturing environment. A bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, or Engineering and experience with ERP systems like SAP are preferred.
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.
Location: Saint Francis, Wisconsin
Relocation: Assistance is Available
Work Authorization Sponsorship: Not Available
Travel: Up to 10%
In this Purchasing Specialist role, you will play a critical part in supporting production by managing the procurement of high-value, low-volume components that serve as the backbone of our machines, including parts that can exceed $1M+ in value. This role drives material flow from source to dock through strong supplier coordination and data-driven decisions, with a focus on improving responsiveness, cost, quality, and continuity of supply.
It’s an ideal role for a procurement professional who enjoys solving operational challenges, working cross-functionally, and partnering closely with suppliers while maintaining a high level of accuracy, accountability, and strategic oversight.
Support a lean, responsive, and resilient flow of materials and services for the facility from source to dock and other required delivery points.
Help identify opportunities for cost reduction, inventory optimization, and quality improvement while applying sound business judgment and risk awareness.
Operate and monitor supply network procurement activities to help meet response time, cost, quality, and lean performance targets that support efficient facility operations.
Partner with internal stakeholders and suppliers to resolve facility-specific supplier issues quickly and effectively.
Use process management tools to map workflows, identify bottlenecks, and improve procurement-related business processes.
Apply data-driven decision-making to organize relevant information, evaluate options, and support operational and supply decisions.
Coordinate with logistics and planning teams to support delivery timing, material availability, and continuity of supply.
Process Management: Knowledge of business process improvement tools and techniques; ability to understand, monitor, update, control, or enhance existing business or work processes.
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.
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.
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.
Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Procurement, Business, Engineering, Industrial Tech, or related field preferred.
Experience with ERP / MRP systems such as SAP or a similar enterprise procurement platform.
Experience supporting procurement or supplier performance in a large manufacturing plant, heavy industrial environment, or complex facility operation.
Experience managing large-scale purchasing orders in a low-volume, high-value environment where accuracy is critical.
Compensation and benefits offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, job level, market location, job-related knowledge, skills, individual performance and experience. Please note that salary is only one component of total compensation at Caterpillar.
Subject to plan eligibility, terms, and guidelines. This is a summary list of benefits.
Medical, dental, and vision benefits
Paid time off plan (Vacation, Holidays, Volunteer, etc.)
401(k) savings plans
Health Savings Account (HSA)
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
Health Lifestyle Programs
Employee Assistance Program
Voluntary Benefits and Employee Discounts
Career Development
Incentive bonus
Disability benefits
Life Insurance
Parental leave
Adoption benefits
Tuition Reimbursement
* These benefits also apply to part-time employees
Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen.
Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities. Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply.
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Solving our customers' toughest challenges
For 100 years, we’ve been helping customers build a better, more sustainable world. Our innovative products and services, backed by our global dealer network, provide exceptional value that helps customers succeed. With 2024 sales and revenues of $64.8 billion, 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. Caterpillar does business on every continent, principally operating through three primary segments – Construction Industries, Resource Industries and Energy & Transportation – and provides financing and related services through our Financial Products segment.
Offices: Irving, Texas, US
Solving our customers' toughest challenges
For 100 years, we’ve been helping customers build a better, more sustainable world. Our innovative products and services, backed by our global dealer network, provide exceptional value that helps customers succeed. With 2024 sales and revenues of $64.8 billion, 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. Caterpillar does business on every continent, principally operating through three primary segments – Construction Industries, Resource Industries and Energy & Transportation – and provides financing and related services through our Financial Products segment.
Offices: Irving, Texas, US
