Career Area:

Human Resources

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.

Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc.

Whether it be groundbreaking products, best-in-class solutions or creating a lifelong career, you can do the work that matters at Caterpillar. With a nearly century-long legacy of quality and technological innovation and 150 locations in countries around the world, your impact spans the globe. When you join Caterpillar, you are joining a team of makers, innovators and doers. We are the people who roll up our sleeves and help our customers build a better, more sustainable world. We don’t just talk about progress and innovation, we make it happen. And we are proud of that because it helps our customers build and power the world we live in – the roads, hospitals, homes and infrastructure.

Role Definition

We have an exciting opportunity for a Human Resources Business Partner to join our team of HR professionals in the Product Support and Logistics Division (PSLD). This role is the process owner for the implementation of Corporate HR processes for PSLD including compensation and benefits planning (CEO awards and advanced compensation planning), Workday reporting, performance management, and PSLD’s people scorecard.  You will be responsible for developing, implementing, and communicating policies and procedures within the corporate framework to PSLD leaders and employees. You will also be the voice of the division and collaborate with the owners of those processes including corporate compliance, total rewards, office of business practices, as well as other process partners.

What You Will Do:

• Highly consultative and ability to build rapport with leaders including PSLD’s senior leadership team and needs to be able to influence and coach our team members and leaders. 
• Collaborating with management as a strategic advisor helping identify and prioritize HR initiatives that align with the organization's strategic goals and objectives.
• Understanding the businesses supported including customers, suppliers, opportunities, challenges and short-, and long-term goals.
• You will help the Director of Human Resources and Senior HR Manager create and implement the people strategy for PSLD using data from various sources like Workday, Employee Insights, etc., to identify opportunities and where to focus resources and efforts. 
• Process owner across division for the following HR processes: CEO awards, reporting, compensation + benefits, performance management, and strategic workforce planning
• Process owner for the PSLD people scorecard and people analytics
• Lead and participate on special projects/programs as needed
• Focus on continuous improvement and workforce planning using lean principles
• Support HR Managers on people related matters when needed
• Proven ability to tell a story through metrics.  Must be able to be clear and concise while presenting meaningful data analysis to the leadership teams.

What You Have:

• Bachelor’s degree, preferably in statistics, human resources, analytics, finance, market research, economics, mathematics, or a similar field with quantitative course work or related experience
• Must have willingness to learn and use Power BI
• Must have demonstrated experience of translating analysis to insights 
• 3+ years of experience in analytics
• Demonstrate strong initiative to research and apply new methods to exceed customer expectations
• Comfortable working with large datasets and leveraging data and insights to make recommendations and influence others
• Highly organized with careful attention to detail
• Ability to maintain confidentiality
• Ability to communicate effectively at both a tactical and strategic level with business partners.  The communication factor will play a large part in the success of the consultative approach of this role.
• Outstanding judgment and creative problem-solving skills
• 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.
• Knowledge of Organization: Knowledge of the organization's vision, structure, culture, philosophy, operating principles, values, and code of ethics; ability to understand the value of aligning capabilities with business goals to support optimal performance.
• Decision Making and Critical Thinking: Knowledge of the decision-making process and associated tools and techniques; ability to accurately analyze situations and reach productive decisions based on informed judgment.
• Influencing: Knowledge of effective influencing tactics and strategies; ability to impact decisions within and outside own organization. Influencing a wider variety of business partners ranging from individual contributor to senior leadership.
• HR: Policies, Standards and Procedures: Knowledge of human resource function; ability to uphold the organization's and industry's standards, procedures and policies regarding human resources management.

Top Candidates will also have:

• Previous HR Experience would be preferred.

Additional Information:

• Locations: Primary location: Morton, Illinois
• This is a fully onsite role Monday to Friday in office.
• Minimal requirement to travel up to 5%.
• Relocation will not be offered.
• Sponsorship will not be offered.

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.

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

Posting Dates:

October 1, 2025 - October 14, 2025

Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen.     

Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities.  Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply.

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