Supply Chain Planning Engineer

Caterpillar Brazil; México; Presencial; MXN 495.000 - 627.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Caterpillar Brazil is seeking a Senior Supply Chain professional to identify and implement integrated solutions across the supply chain, forging strong partnerships with partners and internal teams. You will analyze data to drive cost reductions, manage material planning for NPI, and ensure BOM accuracy and material availability throughout projects.

The role requires a degree in Industrial Engineering and experience with SAP, plus APICS CPIM Green/Black Belt certification is advantageous.

Formación

• Degree in Industrial Engineering or related field; Intermediate English.
• SAP knowledge and experience in supply chain environments.
• APICS CPIM Green Belt or Black Belt certification preferred.

Responsabilidades

• Identify and implement integrated supply chain solutions and improvements.
• Establish partnerships with business partners and internal functions.
• Develop and analyze data to identify opportunities for cost-effective supply chains.
• Coordinate material planning and procurement for NPI in line with MPS.
• Oversee BOM creation, maintenance, and part-number introductions.
• Track engineering releases and ensure material availability throughout the project lifecycle.
• Mitigate supply chain risks and maintain optimal inventory during launches.
• Provide visibility through regular reporting and cross-functional reviews.

Conocimientos

Analytical Thinking

Decision Making

Process Improvement

Supplier Management

Supply Chain Management

Educación

Industrial Engineering degree

Herramientas

SAP

Descripción del empleo

What you'll do

• Identifying, defining, and implementing integrated supply chain solutions and performance improvements, including building internal and external alliances to explore opportunities.
• Establishing effective linkages, partnerships, and best practices with business partners and internal functions.
• Investigating and incorporating industry benchmarks, metrics and best practices to develop optimal supply chains for suppliers and/or product sets.
• Developing and analyzing data and information to identify and prioritize opportunities for improving performance and creating more cost-effective supply chains, inventory utilization, and business partnerships.
• Coordinate material planning and procurement activities for New Product Introductions (NPI), ensuring alignment with the Master Production Schedule (MPS).
• Oversee the creation, maintenance, and accuracy of Bills of Materials (BOMs) within the system.
• Manage the introduction of new part numbers, as well as material transition and phase-out activities for existing components.
• Track engineering releases and validate material availability throughout each phase of the project lifecycle.
• Coordinate with Purchasing, Engineering, Production Scheduling, Quality, and suppliers to ensure on-time material availability and delivery.
• Identify supply chain risks and develop mitigation plans to prevent disruptions.
• Ensure optimal inventory levels are maintained during product transitions and launch activities.
• Provide visibility of material status through regular reporting and cross-functional project review meetings.
• Lead material ramp-up and stabilization strategies to support successful new product launches.

Education Required

Degree in Industrial Engineering or related Intermediate English

Below are some of the most important skills that are required in this position

Analytical Thinking

• Ability to identify, define, and evaluate problems, determining their significance and business impact.
• Ability to systematically analyze and compare multiple alternative solutions.
• Knowledge of problem-solving and data analysis tools, such as flowcharts, Pareto charts, and Fishbone (Ishikawa) diagrams.
• Ability to identify key factors, events, and stakeholders that influence and are affected by a given situation.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data, identify trends, and draw logical conclusions.

Decision Making and Critical Thinking

• Ability to apply critical thinking methodologies to support effective decision-making.
• Strong skills in gathering, organising, and evaluating relevant information and data.
• Ability to document processes, data, stakeholder inputs, and key findings.
• Capability to identify, clarify, and prioritise issues, risks, and opportunities.
• Ability to assess risks, benefits, and alternatives to support informed business decisions.

Process Improvement

• Knowledge of process mapping and workflow analysis to identify critical operational activities.
• Ability to identify inefficiencies, bottlenecks, and performance-limiting process issues.
• Capability to implement process improvements and establish controls to enhance operational effectiveness.
• Strong focus on prioritising high-impact improvement opportunities to maximise efficiency and productivity.
• Ability to identify systemic issues and recommend solutions at an organisational level.

Supplier Management

• Knowledge of supplier management practices, procedures, and policies.
• Proficiency in using electronic systems and tools to manage supplier information and transactions.
• Ability to resolve routine supplier issues and escalates complex matters when appropriate.
• Capability to research alternative suppliers and support supplier evaluation and selection activities.
• Ability to collaborate with suppliers to ensure compliance with delivery schedules, quality standards, and specifications.

Supply Chain Management

• Knowledge of fundamental supply chain management principles and processes.
• Ability to analyse consumption and supply flows to identify opportunities for improvement.
• Understanding of the goals, objectives, and best practices associated with effective supply chain management.
• Knowledge of key functional areas within the supply chain.
• Ability to identify waste, unnecessary costs, and inefficiencies, and recommend actions to optimise supply chain performance.

The best candidates will also have SAP knowledge and usage of at least 3 years APICS: CPIM Green Belt / Black Belt

Additional information

• This vacancy is 100% face-to-face and the location is Santa Catarina
• Relocation Assistance is not available for this position.

The Caterpillar Code of Conduct states that we will select and place personnel based on their qualifications for the work to be performed, without regard to race, religion, national origin, color, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, or disability.

Posting Dates: August 26, 2026 - September 2, 2026

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

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