Material Planning Analyst

Career Area:

Supply Chain and Logistics

Job Description:

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Job Summary:

At Caterpillar’s East Peoria, IL facility, we manufacture and assemble Track Type Tractors. In this role as a Material Planning Analyst, you will report to the Senior Manager Scheduling & Orders and will be primarily responsible for overseeing scheduling, planning, and overseeing material procurement, production, and delivery processes. As a member of the Supply Chain team, you will need to have a growth mindset, promote continuous improvement, and help build a defect-free culture. We have a fabulous team that does some of the most exciting work at Caterpillar, and we can’t wait for you to join the team!

What you will do:

• Participates in scheduling production and delivery processes in accordance with current productivity and cost efficiency standards.

• Develops and executes Material Planning for a product line to ensure that all material requirements for assigned programs are met within the allocated time frame.

• Organizes the flow of materials within the manufacturing unit and the transferring of materials to and from the inventory or warehouse.

• Generates forecasts and manages replenishment planning for parts and materials to ensure specified service levels are met.

What Skills you will have:

• Planning - Tactical & Strategic : Knowledge of effective planning techniques and ability to contribute to operational (short term), tactical (1-2 years) and strategic (3-5 years) planning in support of the overall business plan.

• 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.

• Cross-Team Integration : Understanding of the importance of inter-team collaboration in breaking down silos and achieving business results; ability to lead employees from various functions to communicate, coordinate work across divisions, and collaborate in solving problems as one team.

• Forecasting : Knowledge of forecasting tools, approaches and practices; ability to determine product demand and estimate production requirements and loads.

• Production Scheduling and Control : Knowledge of procedures and tools for scheduling and controlling production runs; ability to utilize knowledge of daily manufacturing processes to assure quality deliverables.

Education and experience Requirement:

• Bachelor’s degree; in lieu of degree 6+ years of Supply Chain/Material Planning experience

• 3+ years of Supply Chain experience

Additional Information:

The primary location for this position is East Peoria, IL

Domestic relocation assistance is not available

This position may require 5% travel

Sponsorship is not available

This posting will close at midnight on February 21, 2024

What you will get:

Our goal at Caterpillar is for you to have a rewarding career. Our teams are critical to the success of our customers who build a better world.

Here you earn more than just wage, because we value your performance, we offer a total rewards package that provides:

• Competitive Base Salary

• Annual incentive bonus plan*

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage

• Paid time off plan (Vacation, Holiday, Volunteer, Etc.)

• 401k savings plan

• Health savings account (HSA)

• Flexible spending accounts (FSAs)

• Short and long-term disability coverage

• Life Insurance

• Paid parental leave

• Healthy Lifestyle Programs

• Employee Assistance Programs

• Voluntary Benefits (Ex. Accident, Identity Theft Protection)

*Subject to annual eligibility and incentive plan guidelines.

Final details:

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Posting Dates:

February 6, 2024 - February 21, 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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