Aftermarket Inventory Strategy Analyst

Caterpillar Inc.; Morton (IL); On-site; USD 89,000 - 134,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Paid time off

401(k) savings plans

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

Career Development

Incentive bonus

Job summary

Caterpillar Inc. is seeking an Aftermarket Inventory Strategy Analyst based in Morton, IL or Dallas, TX.

This on-site role partners with Caterpillar dealers to optimize service parts availability, reduce backorders, and improve inventory investment and service levels through data-driven recommendations. The role requires strong analytical skills, experience with SQL/Snowflake/Power BI and a Bachelor’s degree in a related field.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of problem solving approaches, tools and techniques to resolve organizational or process problems.
• Ability to communicate ideas, information and needs effectively.
• Commitment to accuracy and high attention to detail in tasks.
• Strong analytical thinking to identify root causes and propose solutions.
• Experience gathering and analyzing data from diverse stakeholders to reach conclusions.

Responsibilities

• Serve as trusted inventory management advisor to Caterpillar dealers, building relationships and providing data-driven recommendations to improve inventory performance and customer satisfaction.
• Analyze inventory and performance data to identify opportunities to improve availability, reduce backorders, optimize investments and service levels.
• Develop inventory strategies with dealers aligned to business objectives and customer demand.
• Conduct simulations and scenario analyses for stocking decisions and outcomes.
• Lead dealer reviews and present metrics and actionable recommendations for continuous improvement.
• Identify root causes of gaps and collaborate with dealers to implement solutions enhancing productivity and availability.
• Translate analytical findings into clear business recommendations for technical and non-technical audiences.
• Provide training and support to dealers on inventory optimization tools and reporting solutions.
• Troubleshoot inventory planning and system issues and collaborate to resolve challenges.
• Influence decisions with data-driven recommendations while partnering with dealers to meet service goals.
• Support process improvement, dashboards, and reporting enhancements across the dealer network.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive inventory optimization initiatives and measurable business results.

Skills

Problem Solving

Effective Communications

Accuracy & Detail

Analytical Thinking

Data Gathering

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain/Logistics/Engineering

Tools

SQL

Snowflake

SAS

Power BI

Excel

Job description

Career Area:

Supply Chain and Logistics

Job Description:

Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc.

When you join Caterpillar, you’rejoining 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 care not just about the work we do – but also about each other. We are the makers, problem solvers and future work 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.

Product Support and Logistics Division (PSLD)is one of the most innovative divisions within Caterpillar.In PSLD, as within all of Caterpillar, our priority is our customers and helping them build a better world. We touch nearly every element of the services value stream. PSLD is responsible for Aftermarket Parts Distribution of Cat Parts, Integrated Logistics and Global Services supporting Caterpillar dealers and customers. Our teams work together in critical areas that leverage digital capabilities, technology and operational excellence.

As an Aftermarket Inventory Strategy Analyst , you will be responsible for partnering with Caterpillar dealers to improve service parts availability, inventory performance, and customer satisfaction. Serving as a trusted inventory management advisor, you will analyze data, identify opportunities for improvement, and provide recommendations that help dealers optimize inventory investments, reduce backorders and excess inventory, and achieve key business objectives. This role combines analytics, problem-solving, and relationship management, requiring the ability to translate complex data and system insights into practical solutions for dealers and internal stakeholders.

Additional Information:

• This role is located in Morton, IL or Dallas, TX and does not offer relocation.
• This role is 1st shift, Monday – Friday.
• This role is 100% on-site with no opportunity for hybrid or remote schedules
• This role requires up to 10% domestic travel

What You Will Do:

• Serve as a trusted inventory management advisor to assigned Caterpillar dealers, building strong relationships and providing data-driven recommendations that improve inventory performance and customer satisfaction.

• Analyze inventory, operational, and business performance data to identify opportunities to improve product availability, reduce backorders, optimize inventory investment, and increase service levels.

• Partner with dealers to develop inventory strategies that align with business objectives, customer demand, and service performance targets.

• Conduct inventory simulations and scenario analyses to help dealers evaluate stocking decisions, inventory investments, and potential business outcomes.

• Lead performance reviews with dealers and internal stakeholders, presenting key metrics, trends, and actionable recommendations to drive continuous improvement.

• Identify root causes of inventory performance gaps and collaborate with dealers to implement solutions that enhance inventory productivity and customer availability.

• Translate complex analytical findings and technical concepts into clear business recommendations that can be understood by stakeholders at all levels.

• Provide training, consultation, and ongoing support to help dealers adopt inventory optimization tools, reporting solutions, and industry best practices.

• Troubleshoot inventory planning and system-related issues impacting dealer operations and work collaboratively to resolve challenges.

• Influence business decisions through facts, data analysis, and strategic recommendations while partnering with dealers to achieve shared service and inventory performance goals.

• Support process improvement initiatives, reporting enhancements, dashboard development, and other projects that strengthen inventory management capabilities across the dealer network.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive inventory optimization initiatives and deliver measurable business results for dealers and Caterpillar.

What You Have (Basic Requirements):

• 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.

• 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 behaviors.

• Accuracy and Attention to Detail: Understanding the necessity and value of accuracy; ability to complete tasks with high levels of precision.

• 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.

• 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.

What Will Set You Apart (Top Candidates Will Have):

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Engineering, or a related field.

• Experience in inventory management, supply chain analytics, demand planning, forecasting, logistics, or inventory optimization.

• Proven ability to analyze large datasets, uncover trends and root causes, and translate insights into actionable business recommendations.

• Strong analytical skills with experience using tools such as SQL, Snowflake, SAS, Power BI, and advanced Microsoft Excel.

• Understanding of how analytical models, calculations, and business metrics are developed, with the ability to validate results and identify data issues.

• Experience influencing customers, stakeholders, or business partners through data-driven recommendations and consultative problem-solving.

• Ability to communicate complex analytical concepts in a clear, practical manner to both technical and non-technical audiences.

• Experience conducting business reviews, presenting findings, and building trusted relationships with customers, dealers, suppliers, or operational teams.

• Knowledge of inventory planning, service level management, backorder reduction, inventory investment strategies, and operational performance metrics.

• Experience supporting operational improvements through stakeholder engagement, training, process improvement initiatives, or change management efforts.

• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build credibility, navigate diverse personalities, and confidently engage with customers and leaders at all levels.

• Experience creating dashboards, reports, visualizations, or decision-support tools that drive business performance.

• Self-motivated approach with the ability to manage multiple priorities, work independently, and follow through on commitments in a fast-paced environment.

What You Will Get:

This is Caterpillar– creating and delivering world-class components and solutions superior to the competition. Learn more about The CaterpillarExperience and why It’s More Than a Job, it’s a Career at Caterpillar.

Learn more about what happens inside Caterpillar’s Product Support & Logistics Division (PSLD).

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.

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Summary Pay Range:

$89,210.00 - $133,810.00

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:

• 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

This position requires working onsite five days a week.

Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position.

Posting Dates:

September 3, 2026 - September 15, 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.