Inventory Manager — Lead Analytics & Optimization (Morton, IL)

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision benefits

Paid time off

401(k) plan

Life Insurance

Job summary

Caterpillar Inc. is seeking a Manager of Inventory for Morton, IL to lead inventory control, staff development, and cross-functional coordination across manufacturing, procurement and logistics. The role emphasizes process improvement, accuracy, and on-time replenishment in a high-volume environment.

You will drive optimization initiatives, analyze performance, and ensure adherence to ISO standards and company regulations while collaborating with multiple functions to meet client requirements.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of data gathering and analysis tools, techniques, and processes.
• Ability to collect and synthesize data from stakeholders to reach conclusions.
• Understanding of DRP and distribution planning concepts.
• Ability to plan and organize tasks and resources methodically.
• Strong relationship management with clients, vendors, and peers.
• Familiarity with supply chain management principles and practices.

Responsibilities

• Evaluates inventory staff performance and supports hiring and training.
• Analyses inventory processes to improve quality and efficiency.
• Plans and monitors inventory processes, including reconciliation and replenishment.
• Coordinates with manufacturing and procurement to meet requirements.
• Manages daily activities of inventory administration and staff development.
• Reviews facility inventory performance and availability targets.
• Forecasts network inventory and volume for S&OP.
• Supports space planning and process improvement projects.
• Ensures lead time accuracy and optimization opportunities.
• Manages dealer bargain lists and surplus inventory reviews.
• Oversees RCCA, scrap execution and SOX controls.

Skills

Data Analytics

Decision Making

Planning & Organizing

Relationship Management

Supply Chain

Education

Bachelor’s degree in information systems, data analytics, data science, computer science, supply chain, industrial engineering, math, stats, econ, or similar technical subject matter

Job description

Caterpillar Inc. is seeking a Manager of Inventory for Morton, IL to lead inventory control, staff development, and cross-functional coordination across manufacturing, procurement and logistics. The role emphasizes process improvement, accuracy, and on-time replenishment in a high-volume environment.

You will drive optimization initiatives, analyze performance, and ensure adherence to ISO standards and company regulations while collaborating with multiple functions to meet client requirements.