Inventory Manager

Caterpillar Brazil; Morton, Northern (IL, KY); Hybrid; USD 148,000 - 222,000; 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

Disability benefits

Life Insurance

Parental leave

Tuition Reimbursement

Benefits apply to part-time employees

Job summary

Caterpillar Inc. in Morton, IL seeks an Inventory Manager to lead the Parts Inventory Collaboration (PIC) Systems Team within the Dealer Aftermarket Collaboration organization.

You will own the PIC solution’s design, performance, and data reporting, collaborating with the vendor and internal partners worldwide. The role focuses on innovation, operational excellence, and long-term sustainability of the PIC solution, overseeing interfaces, data flows, and analytics while guiding a highly skilled

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in information systems, data analytics, data science, computer science, supply chain, or similar technical subject matter
• Knowledge of data gathering and analysis tools and processes to synthesize data from multiple sources
• Knowledge of decision-making processes and related tools to reach productive conclusions
• Knowledge of DRP and distributing inventory across plants/warehouses
• Strong planning and organizing skills for coordinating tasks and resources
• Relationship management to work with clients, vendors, and peers
• Knowledge of supply chain management principles and practices

Responsibilities

• Roadmap development and prioritization for PIC Solution and PIC Data Analytics Suite
• Technical ownership of PIC systems, interfaces, data flows, and performance
• Engagement with PIC software vendor including release planning and issue resolution
• Design and improvement of PIC Data Analytics Suite reporting and data quality initiatives
• Lead Dealer ERP conversions, onboarding, and related system implementations
• Prioritize data requests and guide testing of PIC systems
• Develop leadership and project management capabilities on the team
• Provide guidance for DAC partners on systems challenges and cross-functional solutions
• Regularly update stakeholders on PIC initiatives and updates

Skills

Data gathering

Decision making

Planning & organizing

Relationship management

Supply chain management

Data integration & analytics

Leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in information systems or related field

Tools

SQL

Snowflake

Power BI

Job description

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. 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. Our 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. The Parts Inventory Collaboration (PIC) team is committed to delivering high performing production systems and efficient, accurate, secure, and accessible data to support analytics needs across Caterpillar and Dealers. We are looking for a talented and motivated Inventory Manager to lead our PIC production systems team.

The Opportunity:

The Inventory Manager leads the Parts Inventory Collaboration (PIC) Systems Team within the Dealer Aftermarket Collaboration (DAC) organization. They are responsible for the design, functionality, performance, and stability of the PIC solution, relationship with the solution vendor, delivery of related reporting through the PIC Data Analytics Suite, and consultation for the DAC collaboration teams interfacing with Dealer parts teams around the globe. The focus of this leadership position is continued innovation, operational excellence, and long‑term sustainability of the PIC Solution, adjacent technology, data flows, and reporting. The PIC Systems team has an advanced technical skillset and delivers stability and excellence across interfaces, software, and reporting for Caterpillar Dealers and internal partners. We are looking for a strategic, visionary, thoughtful, and conscientious leader to help shape the future of the PIC Solution. Our ideal candidate builds trust through a people‑first mindset and drives success by developing and enabling a highly skilled team.

What You Will Do:

• Principal contributor to roadmap development, enhancement prioritization, and future‑state design for the PIC Solution and PIC Data Analytics Suite
• Technical ownership and subject matter expertise for PIC systems, interfaces, data flows, integration architecture, solution requirements, and operational performance
• Manage regular engagement with the PIC software solution vendor, including enhancement discussions, issue resolution, release planning, testing coordination, and stakeholder communications
• Direction of the PIC Data Analytics Suite’s design, enhancement, reporting, data stewardship, and continuous improvement, including metric delivery, data quality, data transformation, and modernization initiatives
• Technical leadership and subject matter expertise for Dealer ERP conversions, new Dealer onboarding, and related system implementation activities
• Assignment and prioritization of data requests, development work, solution design, and solution testing on the PIC Systems team
• Developing parts business knowledge, project management skills, leadership skills, and communication/presentations skills on the PIC Systems team
• Provide direction and leadership for systems‑related projects, including scope definition, prioritization, execution oversight, and technical guidance
• Work with, consult, and assist PIC Analytics team to develop/maintain data structures and reports supporting PIC research and development programs
• Provide guidance for DAC partners on investigation and problem‑solving on systems‑related challenges, leading cross‑functional teams to solutions
• Regularly update DAC partners and other stakeholders on PIC Systems initiatives, enhancements, and operational updates

What You Have (Basic Requirements):

• Education Requirement: Bachelor’s degree in information systems, data analytics, data science, computer science, supply chain, industrial engineering, math, stats, econ, or similar technical subject matter
• 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• Planning and Organizing: Knowledge of the process of planning and arranging tasks and resources; ability to plan and organize both time and resources to get things completed while structuring and maintaining work in a systematic and highly methodical way.
• Relationship Management: Knowledge of relationship management techniques; ability to establish and maintain healthy working relationships with clients, vendors, and peers.
• Supply Chain Management - MFG: Knowledge of functions, principles and techniques used in supply chain management; ability to develop and use, strategies, practices and tools for controlling the logistical processes.

What Will Set You Apart (Preferred Qualifications):

• 8+ years of relevant professional experience
• Demonstrated ability to influence technical strategy and priorities across cross‑functional teams and stakeholders
• Experience in multiple applicable technical disciplines, such as: Data integration, exchange, and transformation solutions
• Enterprise data architecture, governance, and stewardship
• Systems architecture, software platform ownership, and cloud‑based data platforms
• Legacy system modernization and technology implementation initiatives
• ERP conversions and business system deployments
• Vendor‑managed software solutions and technical partnership management
• Experience with data management & reporting tools – SQL, Snowflake, Power BI
• Leadership experience on technical teams or projects
• Knowledge of inventory management principles and processes
• Advanced degree in information systems, data analytics, data science, computer science, industrial engineering, math, stats, econ, or similar technical subject matter
• First‑hand leadership and architectural experience with those attributes listed under “Experience with” above
• Demonstrated experience leading technical teams responsible for enterprise software platforms, analytics products, integrations, and vendor‑managed solutions
• Demonstrated experience leading or governing enterprise data integration platforms, B2B data exchange solutions, and modernization of legacy integration architectures
• Software platform ownership, solution management, or product lifecycle management expertise
• Strategic vendor relationship management and software solution development expertise
• Data modeling and advanced analytics knowledge
• Experience evaluating, implementing, or supporting artificial intelligence and advanced analytics solutions

Additional Information:

Location: Morton, IL (United States)

Required Travel: Up to 10% (Domestic & International)

Relocation Assistance Offered: None

US Work Sponsorship Offered: None

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

What You Will Get:

This is Caterpillar– creating and delivering world‑class components and solutions superior to the competition.Learn more about The Caterpillar Experience 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 to 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.

Summary Pay Range:

$147,760.00 - $221,640.00

Posting Dates:

August 27, 2026 - September 10, 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.

We hire smart, friendly people and it shows in our culture. We hold ourselves to high standards and make sure our values of integrity, excellence, teamwork, commitment and sustainability come to life in the way we work. We make sure our employees feel continuously challenged while also supported. We provide professional growth opportunities, including leadership programs. We celebrate the diversity of our team, while also working together as one Caterpillar. Our culture, like everything at our company, is made possible by each employee’s contribution. Person by person, we create the environment we work in, and we are proud of the Caterpillar we’ve built.