Career Area:

Procurement

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.

Processes requisitions and provides support for purchasing, supply chain, sourcing, cost, price analyses and contract/purchase order generation.

What You Will Do:
• Developing improvement plans to support buyers & professionals related to Response Time, Lean Targets Quality, Cost, Logistics, Development, and Management (QCLDM) to enable optimal and efficient operations.
• Performing analysis and maintenance of assigned processes that produce output excellence, builds expertise for the assign process area, and contributing to continuous improvement efforts.
• Supporting customers and customer proposal efforts with pricing information and supplier selection.
• Performing analytical and administrative tasks in support of purchasing strategic initiatives.

Education Requirement:
Degree or equivalent experience desired

What Skills You Will Have:
Data‑Driven Decision Making

• Explains core principles and steps of data‑driven decision making and how it differs from traditional approaches.
• Identifies key objectives, tools, and techniques for gathering and analyzing data.

Analytical Thinking

• Describes common analytical tools, techniques, and software used to support problem‑solving.
• Provides examples of applying analysis to identify root causes and develop solutions.

Effective Communication

• Communicates clearly through constructive feedback, presentations, and written materials.
• Adapts communication to the audience and interprets verbal and non‑verbal cues.

Project Management

• Explains fundamental project concepts, including phases, tasks, deliverables, and critical paths.
• Identifies project objectives and tools within their functional area.

Procurement

• Describes core purchasing cycle steps and institutional procurement responsibilities.
• Identifies key product categories and tools used to manage procurement data.

Procurement System Knowledge

• Summarizes primary features, functions, and reports of the procurement system.
• Explains how to process routine purchases and navigate essential system components.

Purchasing Tasks & Activities

• Explains core procurement concepts, processes, and standards.
• Identifies required tools and types of goods/services procured.

Logistics Management

• Describes fundamental logistics processes and available information sources.
• Identifies inbound/outbound logistics considerations and how logistics improvements enhance competitiveness.

Additional Details:

• Location: On-site, 5 days per week in Mossville, IL
• Sponsorship: Not available
• Relocation: Not offered
• Travel less than 25%

Summary Pay Range:

$71,040.00 - $106,440.00

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 6, 2026 - January 19, 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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