**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 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. Caterpillar is seeking a Sales & Operations Planning Coordinator in Brooklyn Park. In this role, you will be responsible for the execution of the S&OP process within the product group, including providing oversight for process conformance. This role’s span of control will vary due to business differences including value stream complexity, size, the number of facilities and locations, and sourcing strategies. **What you can look forward to in this role:** + Participates in the Machine Demand Review, where inputs from dealers, economists and marketing occur + Coordinator reviews and manages that data to ensure it is correct and that demand signals, including both short and long-term forecasts are clear before provided to the next process. + Organizes and leads the supply meeting and the pre-S&OP meeting + Plays a key role in ensuring Product Groups maximize PINS, improve availability and maximize profitability + Make recommendations for S&OP Metrics Targets, and monitors process performance + Understand all indicators/metrics within the S&OP process, including industry, sales, finished goods inventory, production, commercial and factory orders and availability measures + Understand S&OP Process Compliance Metrics. + Understand how the S&OP Process will affect them, including STIP, OPACC, PINS, Margin, Availability, Finished Goods Inventory and Inventory Turns. **A successful candidate in this role will showcase their skills in:** + **Products and Services:** Knowledge of major products and services and product and service groups; ability to apply knowledge of product and service appropriately to diverse situations. + **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. + **Planning and Organizing** : Knowledge of the process of planning and arranging tasks and resources; ability to plan and organize both time and resources to get things completed while structuring and maintaining work in a systematic and highly methodical way. + **Forecasting:** Knowledge of forecasting tools, approaches and practices; ability to determine product demand and estimate production requirements and loads. **Top Candidates for this position may also have:** + A degree in Supply Chain, Engineering or related discipline + Extensive experience in Supply Chain Management + Thorough knowledge of Paving Product Group products and product applications + Caterpillar Production Systems (CPS) with S&OP related work experience + Good human relations skills to create a cooperative work environment inside and outside the department + Advanced analytical, problem-solving and decision-making skills + Understanding of company policies and procedures + Strong leadership and interpersonal skills required + Strong English communication skills required **Additional Information:** The primary location for this position is Brooklyn Park, MN. Travel for this role is up to 10% Domestic relocation assistance **is not** available Sponsorship is not available **Summary Pay Range:** $110,520.00 - $165,840.00 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 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, such as, H, L, TN, F, J, E, O. As a global company, Caterpillar offers many job opportunities outside of the U.S which can be found through our employment website at www.caterpillar.com/careers. **Posting Dates:** May 7, 2025 - May 14, 2025 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. Not ready to apply? Join our Talent Community (http://flows.beamery.com/caterpillarinc/talcom) .