Associate Procurement Analyst - Data-Driven Sourcing

Caterpillar Inc.; Town of Green Valley (WI); On-site; USD 72,000 - 109,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Paid time off plan

401(k) savings plans

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

Career Development

Incentive bonus

Disability benefits

Life Insurance

Parental leave

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Caterpillar Inc. is seeking an Associate Procurement Professional to support purchasing, sourcing, and supply chain activities. You will process requisitions, assist with contract and purchase order administration, and maintain data accuracy across procurement systems.

The role emphasizes cost analyses, supplier collaboration, and compliant execution to drive operational excellence across QCLDM objectives. The position requires collaboration with engineering, finance, legal, and internal

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Finance, Engineering, or a related field preferred; equivalent experience will be considered.
• Experience in procurement, purchasing, supply chain, logistics, sourcing, or a related business discipline is preferred.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel.
• Experience with procurement or ERP systems is preferred.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities while meeting deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Process requisitions and support purchasing activities for goods and services.
• Assist with contract and purchase order generation, administration, and maintenance.
• Support procurement processes while ensuring compliance with company policies and procedures.
• Maintain procurement documentation, records, and system data accuracy.
• Support customers and customer proposal efforts with pricing information and supplier selection.
• Assist with supplier sourcing, evaluation, and onboarding activities.
• Conduct cost and price analyses to support procurement decisions and sourcing strategies.
• Collaborate with suppliers and stakeholders to support quality, delivery, and cost objectives.
• Perform analysis and maintenance of assigned processes that produce operational excellence.
• Build expertise within assigned process areas and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.
• Develop improvement plans supporting buyers and procurement professionals related to Response Time, Lean Targets, and QCLDM performance objectives.
• Generate reports and perform data analysis to support strategic procurement initiatives and business decisions.
• Partner with business units, engineering, finance, legal, and operations teams to support procurement requirements.
• Communicate procurement-related information clearly and professionally to internal and external stakeholders.
• Support project activities and procurement initiatives by coordinating tasks, timelines, and deliverables.
• Provide administrative and analytical support for purchasing and supply chain programs.
• Ensure procurement activities adhere to company policies, procedures, and contractual obligations.
• Support procurement audits, compliance reviews, and documentation requirements.
• Identify potential supply or process risks and elevate concerns appropriately.
• Contribute to efficient and effective procurement operations through sound decision-making and process discipline.

Skills

Data-Driven Decision Making

Analytical Thinking

Effective Communication

Project Management

Procurement & Purchasing

Procurement Systems

Logistics Management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Finance, Engineering

Tools

Excel

ERP systems

Job description

Caterpillar Inc. is seeking an Associate Procurement Professional to support purchasing, sourcing, and supply chain activities. You will process requisitions, assist with contract and purchase order administration, and maintain data accuracy across procurement systems.

The role emphasizes cost analyses, supplier collaboration, and compliant execution to drive operational excellence across QCLDM objectives. The position requires collaboration with engineering, finance, legal, and internal