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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.

About EPD

Caterpillar's Electric Power Division (EPD) offers integrated solutions, parts, and services to meet the needs of our various commercial and industrial electric power customers. EPD supports a wide range of customer applications across the globe, including providing back-up power to hospitals, providing emergency power when natural disasters strike, and supporting critical infrastructure for data centers, municipalities, and more. With a rich history of more than 95 years in the electric power business, our team has world-class expertise and a proven ability to adapt to changing demands. We’re committed to providing sustainable and reliable solutions to our customers. Join our team to help build a better, more sustainable world for future generations!

We’re looking for an Inventory Analyst to meet operational needs and customer demand, using data-driven insights to optimize inventory levels, reduce costs, and improve supply chain efficiency. With limited supervision, this position carries out various logistics and purchasing support tasks, including logistics planning, materials planning, material analysis, and other assigned responsibilities.

What You Will Do

Reconcile inventory discrepancies including on-hand overages/shortages, supplier variances, operational returns, receipt issues, shipment errors, and accurately post receipts and generate MTS (or equivalent materials system) tags for all inbound materials.

Foster and maintain collaborative relationships with cross functional team and team members.

Plan for supplier material deliveries, track information on suppliers including replenishment schedules, and monitor packaging quantities and usage.

Prepare inventory reports and determine the quantity and order date for kanban materials needed to meet the master production schedule.

Initiate purchase or production requisitions as appropriate.

Conduct targeted system-based research using ERP (or alternative materials systems), analyzing historical inventory movements to determine appropriate corrective actions.

Safely operate material handling equipment as required to support inventory processes.

Execute both scheduled and ad hoc audits of inventory and receipts to ensure accuracy and compliance.

Monitor, track, and report quality performance metrics, with accountability for achieving defined quality objectives.

Work independently while actively promoting a cooperative team dynamic in daily support of facility operations and client inventory requirements.

What You Will Have

Supply chain experience

Intermediate proficiency  in Microsoft Office Word, Excel and PowerPoint

Production planning experience

Vendor management experience

What Will Put You Ahead

5+ years of related work experience in Materials Operations, Packaging or Planning.

Physical Requirements

Ability to lift and carry contents weighing up to 35 pounds for intervals of 15-30 minutes (with or without lifting devices),

Ability to work in an environment with frequently changing temperatures.

Capable of walking, squatting, and bending for durations of 15–30 minutes, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Additional Information

1st Shift: Monday – Friday

Work location is typically a combination of warehouse and office settings.

Relocation assistance is NOT available for this position.

Sponsorship is NOT available for this position.

Summary Pay Range:

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. 

Benefits:

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

Posting Dates:

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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