Career Area:

Strategy

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.

The Senior Strategy Analyst wwill be responsible for helping set and execute the strategies and activities of the Strategy & Planning (S&P) consulting organization for Caterpillar's Earthmoving Division which is part of the Constructions Industries segment.

Caterpillar's Earthmoving Division is responsible for the worldwide design, manufacturing and support responsibility for medium tractor products, motor graders, medium wheel loaders, paving products, and SEM-branded product lines.

Responsibilities:
•    Performs complex qualitative and quantitative research for S&P engagements using advanced research knowledge and techniques for a business segment.
•    Determines research strategy, leads and oversees data collection and analysis for major S&P consulting engagements for a business segment.
•    Performs complex research analyses using sophisticated models and techniques to derive key S&P trends, insights and conclusions for a business segment.
•    Works closely with consultants and engagement management to synthesize research findings as S&P recommendations for a business segment. 

What you will have:

Business Acumen: Knowledge of business concepts, tools, and processes that are needed for making sound decisions in the context of the company's business; ability to apply this knowledge appropriately to diverse situations.
 

• Designs planning processes and decision-making channels for the organization.
• Explains business issues and trends, demonstrating a comprehensive understanding of business fundamentals and finance.
• Develops and critiques business cases, highlighting the advantages and risks of business simulations for critical decisions.

Consulting:

Knowledge of techniques, roles, and responsibilities in providing technical or business guidance to clients, both internal and external; ability to apply consulting knowledge appropriately.
 

• Explains assignment requirements, deliverables, costs, and criticalities.

• Participates in developing consulting opportunities and keeps clients informed on progress.
• Carries out consulting assignments professionally and documents client’s objectives and project scope.

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.

• Delivers constructive feedback and listens without defensiveness to improve communication.
• Makes presentations, writes reports, and avoids inappropriate technical jargon.
• Considers non-verbal cues from individuals and groups.

Strategic Thinking:

Knowledge of the importance of "big picture" thinking and planning; ability to apply organizational acumen and competitiveness to identify and maintain focus on key success factors for the organization.
 

• Directs strategic alliances and partnerships, making sound business decisions amid complex alternatives.
• Builds strategic thinking, interprets data for business plans, and positions the organization for long-term competitiveness.
• Prepares responses to key marketplace trends, opportunities, and vulnerabilities.

Producing Results:

Understanding of the criticality of getting things done in spite of current circumstances and the ability to utilize assigned resources and leverage back-channel resources (individuals or teams) to achieve or exceed planned outcomes.
 

• Ensures focus on business priorities, reliably meeting commitments, quotas, and goals.
• Communicates urgency in problem-solving, effectively uses resources, and learns from mistakes.
• Takes risks to improve products and services while maintaining accountability.

Stakeholder Management:

Knowledge of stakeholder management techniques; ability to systematically identify stakeholders, analyze their needs and expectations, and implement various tasks to engage with them.
 

• Evaluates stakeholder profiles and manages conflicting priorities during strategic-change initiatives.
• Consults stakeholders to identify strategic opportunities and oversees operations with strategic objectives.
• Reviews professional values and ethical judgment, ensuring client satisfaction.

Consulting Process & Tools:

Knowledge of consulting process; ability to engage in planning sales, conducting research and analysis, finding solutions and preparing recommendations.
 

• Complies with engagement and quality management standards, managing low-risk projects under guidance.
• Develops awareness of diagnostic tools, analyzes data to support solutions, and completes deliverables effectively.

Research Analysis:

Knowledge of the concepts, methodologies and methods of research analysis; ability to locate, interpret and evaluate research findings compiled and documented by others.
 

• Interprets and validates new findings, advising on advanced research methods and best practices.
• Analyzes published research reports and their implications, implementing and controlling research analysis standards within the organization.

Additional Details

• Location: Peoria, Illinois
• Caterpillar operates in a hybrid work environment, requiring a minimum of 3 days per week of onsite, in office work.
• Travel: Up to 10%, domestic and international
• Relocation assistance IS available
• Sponsorship is NOT offered

Final details: 

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Employee benefit details: 

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 an hourly wage because we value your performance, we offer a total rewards package that provides day one benefits (medical, dental, vision, RX, and 401K) along with the potential of a monthly bonus.  Additional benefits include paid vacation days and paid holidays (prorated based upon hire date). 

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 nearly 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, back

ed by our global dealer network, provide exceptional value that helps customers succeed. 

Relocation is available for this position.

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:

October 21, 2024 - November 3, 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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