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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.

Job Title: Purchasing Analyst - Indirect Purchasing

Salary: £29,428 - £35,000 (depending on experience)
Location: Larne
 

Benefits: 

25 days annual leave,    

Up to 10% Bonus

Contributory pension scheme - Caterpillar will double the employees’ contribution up to 6%

Contributory share scheme - Caterpillar - will match 50% of the employees’ contribution.

Optional flexible benefits include access to health and dental care plans, EV car lease, holiday purchase.

About Global Financial Services Division (GFSD) - Indirect Procurement

Part of the Global Financial Services Division, Indirect Procurement, is the end to end, synchronised organisations which develops and deploys tools necessary to achieve operational excellence. Supporting Business Units across the globe, Indirect Procurement manages over $5bn and consistently delivers $100m+ of annual savings. This is achieved by leveraging sophisticated digital tools, standardisation and a focus on compliance through Purchasing and Enterprise Policies. 

The Opportunity

Embark on a transformative career journey with the GFSD Indirect Procurement team. We are seeking a junior buyer / analyst with resilience and agility to support the indirect purchasing needs of our stakeholders.  This fast paced and critical role places you at the forefront in supporting the delivery of Caterpillars established and trusted products.  

You will champion sustainable practices and lead with courage, fostering a culture of teamwork and continuous learning. Your role will not only impact our supply chain efficiency but also contribute to our global leadership in the industry. We're seeking visionary individuals who embody Caterpillar's values in action: Integrity, Excellence, Teamwork, Commitment, and Sustainability.

What You Will Do:

As part of the EAME Indirect Purchasing team, you will apply your business insight to achieve cost and inventory savings, quality enhancements, and risk management.

You will also partner with Category Buyers to assess prudent strategic road mapping and develop sourcing strategies that comply with the global standards and best practices. You will report to the Regional Procurement Manager and contribute to the implementation of regional service delivery at the facility level, as well as resolving supplier issues in coordination with category and supply chain professionals.

Job Responsibilities

Drive Operational Excellence Across Sites
Support Category Buyers and the Regional Procurement Manager in managing purchasing, logistics, and materials across three dynamic facilities—ensuring seamless operations and strategic alignment.

Be the Voice Between Partners
Act as the key liaison between our organization and suppliers, ensuring clear, timely communication and maintaining accurate, high-quality supplier master data

Champion Supplier Performance
Monitor and document supplier performance with a focus on timeliness and production reliability, while nurturing strong, collaborative relationships that drive mutual success.

Empower Business-Critical Decisions
Enable internal stakeholders to meet their objectives by preparing and executing precise, time-sensitive purchase orders that keep projects moving forward.

Turn Data into Action
Prepare and present insightful business intelligence that supports performance tracking and empowers data-driven decision-making at all levels.

What You Will Have:

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.
Level Basic Understanding:

Collect and document data from multiple sources to identify trends and support business activities.

Create compelling visuals—charts, graphs, and tables—to communicate findings clearly.

Analyze and interpret business data to support strategic decision-making.

Identify performance gaps and recommend improvements.

Confidently use data analysis tools, including the Microsoft Data Analytics suite (Power BI, Excel, Power Query, etc.) and O365 applications, to deliver impactful insights.

Effective Communications: Understanding 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.
Level Working Knowledge:

Provide constructive feedback that encourages growth.

Actively listen and adapt based on feedback.

Present ideas clearly in both written and spoken formats.

Tailor your language to your audience—no unnecessary jargon.

Read the room—pick up on non-verbal cues to improve communication.

Adjust your communication style to suit the situation.

Purchasing Tasks and Activities: Knowledge of policies, regulations and processes of purchasing; ability to use practices and procedures for procurement of materials, components, equipment and services.
Level Basic Understanding:

Accurately document purchasing activities such as orders and bids.

Use procurement systems and tools confidently.

Ensure compliance with procurement policies and contracts.

Manage day-to-day purchasing tasks with attention to detail.

Follow all required steps in the procurement process.

Top Candidates May Have:

Supplier Relationship Management

Worked within a procurement environment within a manufacturing facility

Good use of Power BI, Snowflake or SQL database query writing

Skilled in full Procure to Pay process with a focus on understanding various transactional methods and PO construction.

Degree Requirement
Degree or equivalent experience desired

Additional Information:

Hours: Full Time – 37.50, 5 days in the Larne Facility

What You Will Get

We look forward to welcoming the successful candidate to our dynamic, diverse and friendly team. We have a culture of openness, autonomy, support, and personal development as well as a continuous drive for improvement.  

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 100 years, we’ve been helping customers build a better, more sustainable world and are committed and contributing to a reduced-carbon future. Our innovative products and services, backed by our global dealer network, provide exceptional value that helps customers succeed.

Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply.

Posting Dates:

The panel cannot make assumptions when shortlisting therefore please demonstrate your qualifications and experience on your CV relevant to the criteria outlined.

Pending the number of applications, the criteria for the position may be enhanced to facilitate shortlisting.

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