Materials Planning Analyst I - Boost Production

Caterpillar Inc; Lafayette (IN); On-site; USD 81,000 - 122,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

401(k) savings plans

Tuition Reimbursement

Career Development

Job summary

Caterpillar Inc. is seeking a Material Planning Analyst in Lafayette, IN to schedule production and manage material flow.

This role focuses on planning, forecasting, and coordinating replenishment for multiple programs to ensure timely delivery and cost efficiency. You will work within the Large Power Systems Division, collaborating with cross‑functional teams to optimize inventory, support production schedules, and maintain service levels across plants.

Qualifications

• Experience in material planning for production lines and schedules.
• Ability to forecast material needs and manage replenishment.
• Knowledge of DRP/MRP processes and inventory control.
• Strong analytical and decision‑making capabilities for operational problems.
• Proven track record in coordinating internal resources and supplier relations.

Responsibilities

• Schedule production and delivery in line with productivity and cost targets.
• Plan materials for a product line to meet program requirements within time frames.
• Organize material flow within manufacturing and transfers to/from inventory.
• Generate forecasts and manage replenishment to meet service levels.

Skills

Material planning

Forecasting

Production scheduling

Analytical thinking

Decision making

Education

Degree or Relevant Experience

Tools

MRP systems

ERP software

Inventory software

Job description

Caterpillar Inc. is seeking a Material Planning Analyst in Lafayette, IN to schedule production and manage material flow.

This role focuses on planning, forecasting, and coordinating replenishment for multiple programs to ensure timely delivery and cost efficiency. You will work within the Large Power Systems Division, collaborating with cross‑functional teams to optimize inventory, support production schedules, and maintain service levels across plants.