Career Area:

Technology, Digital and Data

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.

Job Summary:

The Strategic Procurement & Planning Division is looking for a Lead Data Specialist. This position is located in Mossville, Illinois. As a Lead Data Specialist at Caterpillar, you will own the management of several core US based tools and data platforms from the business side. These are the tools that are needed for Caterpillar employees to be successful in their roles as they help to build a better world. You ensure we have the right business requirements through data collection, collaboration with suppliers and data analytics, ultimately driving stronger impactful decisions.

What You Will Do:

• Support the management of data and business process improvement of the Enterprise Procurement Data Platform (EPDP) and Supply Chain Data Platform (SCDP)
• Create and maintain effective data governance policies to ensure the quality and security of data used across the business
• Develop, implement and support digital capabilities that are part of Strategic Procurement & Planning Division accountabilities
• Collaborate effectively with colleagues, customers, and suppliers at all levels
• Demonstrate your advanced project management skills required to collect, compile, assimilate, communicate, and maintain information across multiple projects
• Assess and recommend solutions related to procurement and supply chain processes
• Perform analytical and administrative tasks in support of Strategic Procurement Division initiatives
• Act as leader or SME, depending on project, to develop new systems and tools and retire outdated systems and tools as part of strategic roadmap
• Lead the creation and management of visualizations, documentation and presentations to support data quality processes.

Education requirement:

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university, preferably in or related to Advanced Analytics, computer science, data analytics, engineering, finance, business administration, or statistics.

What skills you will have:

ETL Process:

• Collaborate with data engineers and architects to optimize data workflows for performance, reliability, and maintainability.
• Ensure data quality and consistency across cloud and hybrid environments using tools such as AWS, Qlik, Snaplogic, and Power Bi.

Communicating Complex Concepts:

• Translate complex data models, analytics results, and technical architecture into clear, actionable insights for business and technical stakeholders.
• Create visualizations, documentation, and presentations to support ongoing data quality and monitoring providing high quality data to our digital solutions.
• Lead cross-functional meetings and workshops to align data initiatives with business goals and improve data literacy.

Cloud Computing:

• Build and manage data lakes, warehouses, and streaming platforms to support advanced analytics and machine learning.
• Support cloud-based security, compliance, and monitoring practices to ensure data integrity and regulatory compliance.

Top Candidates will also have:

• Familiarity with basic procurement and supply chain principles, procedures, and techniques
• Knowledge and expertise in the following systems: Enterprise Procurement Data Platform (EPDP), Supply Chain Data platform (SCDP), Corporate Logistics Data Base (CLIDB), Quality Data Warehouse (QNET), Supply Chain Data Warehouse (SCDW), Assurance of Supply (ASC), Material Replenishment Collaboration (MRC), Network Planning and Execution (NPE), LOGNET, Enterprise Digital Order Fulfillment (EDOF) Tableau, Demand Visibility Tool (DVT), EPIX, Production Stores Inventory (PSI), Network Planning & Execution (NPE), PROcure
• Familiarity in data visualization tools such as Tableau and Power BI
• Knowledge with data modeling principles/methods including conceptual, logical, and physical data models including Data Vault modeling
• Knowledge with Data mapping, integration, and transformation to a data warehouse
• Demonstrated ability to dig into details and synthesize ideas and solutions

Additional Information:    

The location for this position is Mossville, IL

Domestic relocation assistance is NOT available for this position.

Visa sponsorship is NOT available with this position.

This position may require 10% travel.   

      

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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Summary Pay Range:

$128,470.00 - $192,710.00

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:

January 7, 2026 - January 13, 2026

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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