Supply Chain Performance Specialist

Caterpillar Financial Services Corporation; Desford; On-site; GBP 47,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction and mining equipment manufacturer is seeking a Supply Chain Performance Specialist in Desford. The role involves analyzing supply chain data, improving logistics efficiency, and driving team performance. Candidates should possess extensive experience in business process improvement and supply chain management. Join a global team dedicated to building a better world with competitive benefits and opportunities for personal development.

Benefits

27 days annual leave

10% Bonus

Contributory pension scheme

Flexible benefits including health care plans

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in supply chain and operational processes.
• Skilled in interpreting data to develop practical solutions.
• Demonstrated success in supplier management.

Responsibilities

• Analyze supply chain data using ERP systems.
• Lead initiatives to optimize material flow.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external partners.

Skills

Business Process Improvement

Analytical Thinking

Problem Solving

Supply Chain Management - MFG

Tools

SAP

Job description

Career Area:

Supply Chain and Logistics

Job Description:

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 Title:

Supply Chain Performance Specialist

Salary:

£47,600 - £58,000 depending on skills demonstrated or 22 internally

Contract:

Full time & permanent

Location:

Desford, Leicestershire

The Opportunity

As Supply Chain Performance Specialist, within Building Construction Products (BCP), you’ll play a key role in identifying and delivering business improvement opportunities across our logistics and supply chain operations. You’re responsible for driving performance against targets, including supplier delivery, inventory management, and order-to-delivery efficiency. You also lead initiatives to optimise material flow and enhance throughput across the facility.

What you will do:

As Supply Chain Performance Specialist, you are accountable for, but not limited to:

• Use ERP systems to analyse supply chain data, identify opportunities for improvement, assess return on investment, and implement solutions that enhance performance and cost-efficiency.
• Apply knowledge of material planning, inventory control, and logistics to lead the development and delivery of the Plan for Every Part, optimise replenishment processes, and improve throughput and inventory turns.
• Collaborate effectively across internal teams and with external partners, using strong stakeholder engagement to share best practice and drive joined-up working.
• Provide clear leadership and guidance to team members, managing priorities, supporting development, and acting as a point of escalation for supply chain performance issues.

Note: The panel cannot make assumptions when shortlisting therefore please demonstrate your qualifications and experience on your CV relevant to the criteria outlined. Pending the number of applications, the criteria for the position may be enhanced to facilitate shortlisting.

What You Can Demonstrate:

Level Extensive Experience:

• Business Process Improvement: Confident in identifying and implementing more efficient ways of working across supply chain and operational processes. Experience in evaluating business impact, introducing new technologies, and driving change is key.
• Analytical Thinking: Able to interpret data, identify root causes, and develop practical solutions. You’ll be expected to assess performance, quantify risks and benefits, and apply the most appropriate tools to support decision-making.
• Problem Solving: Skilled in resolving operational and supply chain challenges using structured problem-solving techniques. Demonstrated success in supplier management and performance improvement is highly valued, alongside the ability to lead resolution efforts and embed continuous improvement practices.
• Supply Chain Management - MFG: Proven understanding of supply chain principles is essential, including logistics, inventory control, and supplier performance. You’ll work across departments and with external partners, so excellent stakeholder management and collaboration skills are key to success in this role.

What You May Have:

• Exposure in Supply Chain, Manufacturing/Operations, Manufacturing Engineering, Inventory Management, Material Requirements Planning (MRP), Demand Management and/or Logistics, to apply this knowledge to optimise processes and drive performance.
• Proficiency in using SAP or similar ERP systems to manage supply chain data, inventory, and supplier performance.
• Project management experience, with the ability to lead improvement initiatives, manage timelines, and deliver results across cross-functional teams.
• Proven ability to lead, coach and develop team members effectively.
• Working knowledge of purchasing and procurement processes, with the ability to support supplier engagement and contribute to sourcing decisions.

Interview Process: Informational Interviews and on-site face to face interviews

Pending the number of applications, the criteria for the position may be enhanced to facilitate shortlisting.

What You Will Get
One Company, Limitless Opportunities

Caterpillar 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. We do business on every continent, principally operating through three primary segments – Construction Industries, Resource Industries, and Energy & Transportation – and providing financing and related services through our Financial Products segment.

Careers at Caterpillar are limitless, we have opportunities in Engineering, Human Resources, Manufacturing, Marketing, Sales, Supply Chain and so much more. You can create the career you want. It’s your time and talent, make it count.

Our Sustainability Commitment

Caterpillar has a long-standing commitment to sustainability, one of our five Values in Action. It is part of who we are and what we do. We actively lead sustainable green initiatives to preserve the environment, help reduce poverty with the Caterpillar Foundation and stay involved in the communities we help build.

Benefits:

27 days annual leave plus Bank holidays - opportunity to buy and sell, 10% Bonus, Contributory pension scheme - Caterpillar will double the employee's contribution Up to 10%, Contributory share scheme - Caterpillar will match 50% of the employee's contribution, optional flexible benefits including access to private health and dental care plans, EV car lease etc

Travel: up to 20% mainly UK with some EMEA/Global

Posting Dates: November 5, 2025 - November 19, 2025

Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply

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