Career Area:

Supply Chain and Logistics

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.

At Caterpillar, we're working to help our customers build a better world. We wouldn’t be the Caterpillar we are today without the exceptionally talented, bright and driven people who get the job done. This is your chance to help us make progress possible around the world – for our customers, for growing communities and for every member of our team. We are looking for a dynamic, organized self-starter to join our EXD Worktools (Waco)for Transportation Analyst. 

The primary responsibilities of the Transportation Analyst include (but are not limited to): 
•    Manage the site transportation operations (Inbound/outbound) needs, identify and lead transportation network projects and improvement initiatives, conduct freight cost analyses and transportation budgeting, define, and track Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), and client-site account management 
•    Manage transportation operations (Inbound/Outbound including but not limited to: Carrier coverage, operations, and performance, Standards development and adherence (Guidelines, Practices, Specifications), Integration with Ground Transportation Operations Control (GTOC) and GMM operations, Support for expedited shipments, Conduit to other Transportation enterprise services 
•    Provide project reporting and status 
•    Conduct ongoing lane/network evaluations 
•    Conduct cost analysis for freight and variance reporting 
•    Include freight for network and local moves for all lanes and modes 
•    Define and track Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) 
•    Publish KPI results and root cause and corrective action (RCCA) 
 

What You Have (Core Skills) 

• Analytical Thinking: Knowledge of techniques and tools that promote effective analysis; ability to determine the root cause of organizational problems and create alternative solutions that resolve these problems.
• Data Gathering & Analysis: Knowledge of data gathering and analysis tools, techniques, and processes; ability to collect and synthesize data from a variety of stakeholders and sources in an objective manner to reach a conclusion, goal, or judgment.
• Problem Solving: Knowledge of approaches, tools, techniques for recognizing, anticipating, and resolving organizational, operational or process problems; ability to apply knowledge of problem solving appropriately to diverse situations.
• Service Excellence: Knowledge of customer service concepts and techniques; ability to meet or exceed customer needs and expectations and provide excellent service in a direct or indirect manner.

Top Candidates Will Also Have: 
•    First-hand experience and knowledge of Caterpillar transportation networks 

•    4+ years of transportation industry or manufacturing supply chain experience, or bachelor’s degree and 2 years of transportation industry or manufacturing supply chain experience 
•    Project management experience 
•    Intermediate to advanced skills with MS Office Products (Excel, PowerPoint)
•    6 Sigma/Lean/CPS experience 
•    Working knowledge of one or more of the following software applications: JDA TM, JDA FOM, TW Slot, GT Nexus, CASS, TIS, CMOPS, Rate Management (RM), SAP/MACH 1, Glovia, MAM 
•    Previous experience with GTOC or knowledge of transportation best practices and procedures

Additional Information:
This position requires 5 days in office in Waco, TX

This position will provided domestic relocation

No sponsorship will be provided

Summary Pay Range:

$89,210.00 - $133,810.00

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:

March 4, 2026 - March 17, 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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