Global Logistics & Purchasing Lead

Caterpillar Brazil; Jakarta Pusat; On-site; IDR 500,000,000 - 1,000,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Caterpillar Inc. Indonesia Operations is seeking a seasoned procurement and logistics leader to oversee import/export activities and lead a high-performing team.

You will develop sourcing strategies, manage supplier relationships, negotiate contracts, and drive cost reductions while ensuring governance and compliance across global operations. Reporting to the General Manager, Indonesia Operations, you will collaborate with Operations, Engineering, Finance and Sales to align procurement with

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, logistics, procurement or related field.
• 7–10 years of procurement, logistics or materials management experience.
• Experience in international import/export operations and supplier management.
• Strong negotiation, strategic sourcing and cost-reduction track record.

Responsibilities

• Manage domestic and international logistics operations, including transportation, customs clearance, and import/export activities.
• Oversee inventory planning, stock control, and warehouse operations to ensure supply continuity and inventory accuracy.
• Monitor procurement, logistics, and inventory performance metrics and provide regular reporting to management.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, trade regulations, and ethical procurement standards.
• Lead, coach, and develop team members while fostering a culture of accountability, safety, and continuous improvement.
• Develop and implement procurement and sourcing strategies aligned with business objectives.
• Lead purchasing activities including supplier selection, contract negotiations, and procurement of goods and services.
• Build and maintain strategic supplier relationships while driving supplier performance improvements.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities and deliver procurement efficiencies.

Skills

Supplier management

Contract negotiations

Strategic sourcing

Cost reduction

Process improvement

People leadership

ERP systems

Inventory management

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in supply chain / procurement / logistics

Tools

ERP software

Inventory management systems

Job description

Caterpillar Inc. Indonesia Operations is seeking a seasoned procurement and logistics leader to oversee import/export activities and lead a high-performing team.

You will develop sourcing strategies, manage supplier relationships, negotiate contracts, and drive cost reductions while ensuring governance and compliance across global operations. Reporting to the General Manager, Indonesia Operations, you will collaborate with Operations, Engineering, Finance and Sales to align procurement with