Inventory Analyst

Caterpillar Inc.; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Job summary

Caterpillar Inc. is seeking an Inventory Analyst to research, develop, implement and monitor inventory concepts and reconciliation procedures for worldwide parts inventory management.

You will lead workload coordination, approve adjustments, and liaison across warehouse, Quality and Business Resources to resolve issues with inventory accuracy. The role requires analytical thinking, capacity planning, and data gathering to support supply chain improvement projects and ensure stock integrity

Qualifications

• Analytical thinking skills to identify root causes and propose solutions.
• Ability to plan capacity and manage resources for production demand.
• Experience gathering and analyzing data from multiple sources.
• Knowledge of decision-making processes and applying structured judgments.
• Knowledge of inventory management processes for raw materials, WIP, and finished goods.

Responsibilities

• Lead workload for support staff and process partners.
• Approve statistical test counts and high-dollar inventory adjustments.
• Liaise between warehouse, Quality and Business Resources to resolve discrepancies.
• Analyze current and historical part data for stock accuracy and adjustments.
• Complete analysis for supply chain improvement projects.
• Lead reconciliation PID’s for warehouse personnel.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Capacity planning

Data gathering

Decision making

Inventory management

Education

Degree or equivalent experience

Job description

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.

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.

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.

Job Summary

Research, develop, implement and monitor inventory concepts and reconciliation procedures for worldwide parts inventory management.

What You Will Do

• Lead and coordinate workload for support staff and process partners


• Approve Statistical Test Counts and high dollar inventory adjustments


• Liaison between warehouse personnel, Quality and Business Resources to resolve issues with inventory accuracy


• Analyse current and historical part data from multiple systems and process inventory adjustments and/or other required actions to correct discrepant stock record on hands


• Complete analysis for supply chain improvement projects


• Lead Reconciliation PID’s for warehouse personnel

Degree Requirement

Degree or equivalent experience desired

What You Have

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.

Level Basic Understanding

• Names specific tools or techniques that can be used to support the analytical thinking process.


• Describes specific software applications or products used for business analytics.


• Gives examples of how analytical thinking has been used to resolve problems.


• Helps others research and learn more about business analytics tools and applications.

Capacity Planning & Management - MFG Knowledge of tools, approaches and practices for determining production demand and ability to manage resources needed to provide satisfactory levels of service.

Level Basic Understanding

• Names several capacity-related measurements and installed tools.


• Identifies common capacity constraints and seasonal trends.


• Locates internal and external informative sources or proprietary materials about capacity planning & management.


• Describes the roles and responsibilities of capacity planners.

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.

Level Working Knowledge

• Participates in gathering and analyzing an organization's data based on requirements.


• Follows proper data gathering and analysis processes and policies.


• Utilizes basic data collection and evaluation tools and techniques.


• Reports problems that arise in the data collection process.


• Documents data from various sources and in various formats.

Decision Making and Critical Thinking Knowledge of the decision-making process and associated tools and techniques; ability to accurately analyze situations and reach productive decisions based on informed judgment.

Level Basic Understanding

• Explains characteristics and steps in an effective decision-making process.


• Identifies issues and communicates with others when a decision needs to be made.


• Names decision makers in own environment and cites examples of past decisions.


• Describes types of decisions incumbent may and may not make in own job or function.

Distribution Requirements Planning (DRP) Knowledge of the process, issues and considerations for systematically managing distribution of inventory for multiple plants or warehouses; ability to apply related knowledge and experience in real practice.

Level Working Knowledge

• Works with real-time inventory software, moving supplies to where needed, when needed.


• Interprets the impact of bottlenecks and delays on operating costs.


• Follows processes and applies technologies for items and inventory management.


• Assists in solving issues related to distribution to meet orders or inventory replenishment requirements.


• Works with basic distribution requirements planning (DRP) processes and operations.

Effective Communications Understanding of effective communication concepts, tools and techniques; ability to effectively transmit, receive, and accurately interpret ideas, information, and needs through the application of appropriate communication behaviours.

Level Working Knowledge

• Delivers helpful feedback that focuses on behaviours without offending the recipient.


• Listens to feedback without defensiveness and uses it for own communication effectiveness.


• Makes oral presentations and writes reports needed for own work.


• Avoids technical jargon when inappropriate.


• Looks for and considers non-verbal cues from individuals and groups.

Inventory Management - MFG Knowledge of processes and methods of inventory management; ability to effectively manage local or distributed inventories of raw materials, work-in-progress and finished goods.

Level Basic Understanding

• Identifies basic tools and approaches for inventory management.


• Describes basic functions and reports needed for inventory management.


• Cites examples of seasonal considerations and adjustments to planned versus actual inventory.


• Describes basic benchmarks for inventory management.

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.

Level Working Knowledge

• Identifies and documents specific problems and resolution alternatives.


• Examines a specific problem and understands the perspective of each involved stakeholder.


• Develops alternative techniques for assessing accuracy and relevance of information.


• Helps to analyze risks and benefits of alternative approaches and obtain decision on resolution.


• Uses fact-finding techniques and diagnostic tools to identify problems.

Additional Info

• This position requires to work in 6PM – 3AM shift.

Caterpillar is not currently hiring individuals for this position who now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status; however, as a global company, Caterpillar offers many job opportunities outside of India which can be found through our employment website at "www.caterpillar.com/careers".

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 day one benefits along with the potential of a variable bonus. Additional benefits include paid annual leave, flexi leave, medical and insurance (prorated based upon hire date).

About Caterpillar

Caterpillar Inc. 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. For nearly 100 years, we’ve been helping customers build a better, more sustainable world and are committed and contributing to a reduced-carbon future. Our innovative products and services, backed by our global dealer network, provide exceptional value that helps customers succeed.

This position requires working onsite five days a week.

Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position.

Posting Dates

September 23, 2026 - October 6, 2026

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