Career Area:

Enterprise Cross Functional

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 customers and their equipment are hard at work in every corner of the globe, and they can’t afford to slow down or stop. They need our machines, engines and parts to do the world’s work. That’s what our logistics team makes possible—using the latest digital, analytics and data forecasting tools to move material where it needs to be, when it needs to be there. 

Caterpillar currently has an opportunity for an Intern, Ocean Transportation Procurement in Singapore.

What You Will Do: ​

• Participate in getting Rate Quotations from Carriers as part of the Rate Requests /Ocean Freight Amendment process to manage the rate depository

• Support Market Intelligence concerning Industry and Carrier news/developments and Benchmarking Ocean Freight rates

• Participate in Internal Sourcing Strategy Meetings

• Participate in Supplier Performance/Negotiation/Escalation Meetings & Discussions

• Support Business Case related tasks associated with Internal Stakeholders

• General admin tasks such as:  Rate comparison Analysis and Summary / Volume reconciliation between Caterpillar and Carrier / Freight Rate/Allocation database management

What You Have:

• Undergraduates pursuing a bachelor’s degree in either: Logistics / Supply Chain / Industrial Engineering

• Strong organizational, time management, presentation and communication skills

• Team player with an ability to work with people from different backgrounds and cultures

• A self-starter, who can work independently and demonstrate high level of motivation and drive

• Strong sense of responsibility and accountability

• Demonstrates a strong appetite for learning

• Fluent in English – additional languages are a plus

Learning Outcomes:

• Participate in projects on Global Ocean Freight Tender. You will learn: a) Process; b) Strategy; c) Compliance and d) Analysis

• Experience and participate in Stakeholder meetings and learn how to navigate/tune your communication towards Senior/Vice Presidents

• Computer/technology skills:  Exposure to SalesForce / Infor Nexus / Keelvar Bidding Tool

• Specific skill-building: Core Negotiation Skills / Strategic Sourcing / Tender Management (Bidding tools) / Procurement Compliance / Procurement Operations

• Project-related skills: Global Tender Management exposure/skills/experience

Additional Info: ​

This position is on 5-day work week, with 3 days required in the office for optimal collaboration. The office is located at 14 Tractor Road.

Caterpillar is not currently hiring individuals for this position who now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status; however, as a global company, Caterpillar offers many job opportunities outside of Singapore which can be found through our employment website at www.caterpillar.com/careers.

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 day one benefits along with the potential of a variable bonus. Additional benefits include paid annual leave, flexi leave, medical and insurance (prorated based upon hire date).

Final Details:

Please frequently check the email associated with your application, including the junk/spam folder, as this is the primary correspondence method. If you wish to know the status of your application – please use the candidate log-in on our career website as it will reflect any updates to your status.

    

If you are interested in joining our team, please apply using an English version of your CV. We look forward to meeting you!

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

Posting Dates:

August 16, 2024 - August 29, 2024

Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO).

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