Inventory Specialist: Growth Path, Mentorship & CPIM

Energy Innovation Corp; Davenport (IA); On-site; USD 54,000 - 81,000; Full time

Job summary

Caterpillar is seeking an Inventory Specialist in Davenport, IA, a contract role offering $54,000–$81,000 annually. The role emphasizes ownership, data interpretation, and mentoring, with APICS CPIM as a close credential.

You will help design systems to support growth and efficiency in the Davenport market. Expect to lead forecast reviews, surface trends from sales data, negotiate vendor terms, and optimize workflows.

Qualifications

• Ownership of responsibilities with measurable impact.
• Ability to interpret data and translate findings into actionable recommendations.
• Familiarity with the Davenport market and local business landscape.
• Proven capacity to mentor or support mid-level teammates.
• APICS CPIM certification or close second as a close credential.

Responsibilities

• Hold a forecast review and drive data-informed decisions.
• Prepare data and answer questions in quarterly business reviews (QBR).
• Analyze customer and sales data to surface actionable trends.
• Negotiate vendor terms that balance practicality and cost.
• Streamline workflows to reduce cost and improve efficiency.
• Advocate data-driven options even when familiar choices are preferred.
• Determine which Davenport accounts receive priority attention and why.

Skills

Ownership

Data interpretation

Davenport market knowledge

Mentoring

APICS CPIM

Accountability

Job description

Caterpillar is seeking an Inventory Specialist in Davenport, IA, a contract role offering $54,000–$81,000 annually. The role emphasizes ownership, data interpretation, and mentoring, with APICS CPIM as a close credential.

You will help design systems to support growth and efficiency in the Davenport market. Expect to lead forecast reviews, surface trends from sales data, negotiate vendor terms, and optimize workflows.