Senior Aftermarket Inventory Strategy Analyst

Caterpillar Inc.; Morton (IL); On-site; USD 98,000 - 146,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

401(k) savings plans

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

Career Development

Incentive bonus

Parental leave

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Caterpillar Inc. is seeking a Senior Aftermarket Inventory Strategy Analyst to partner with dealers and internal stakeholders to improve service parts availability and inventory performance. You will apply advanced analytics to identify opportunities and lead initiatives with measurable impact.

This role requires strong data skills, strategic thinking, and the ability to influence decisions across multiple teams while delivering sustainable inventory improvements for the PSLD organization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Engineering, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in inventory management, supply chain analytics, logistics, demand planning, or related field.
• Proven success leading complex inventory or business improvement initiatives.
• Advanced analytical skills with SQL, Snowflake, SAS, Power BI, and Excel.
• Ability to translate insights into actionable recommendations.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary inventory management advisor for assigned Caterpillar dealers, guiding improvements in inventory performance and customer availability.
• Design and implement inventory optimization strategies balancing service levels, demand, and costs.
• Lead cross-functional inventory improvement initiatives from analysis to execution with measurable results.
• Analyze data to identify trends, root causes, and data-driven recommendations.
• Conduct executive-level business reviews with dealers and stakeholders.
• Lead corrective action plans to address performance gaps and ensure implementation.
• Provide advanced consultation, training, and mentorship to dealers on inventory planning and analytics.
• Serve as a subject matter expert on inventory management processes and dealer operations.
• Drive cross-functional projects to improve inventory performance and operational effectiveness.
• Influence business decisions by translating analytical findings into clear recommendations.
• Develop best practices, reporting, governance models, and scalable solutions.
• Partner across the organization to identify opportunities and implement inventory improvements.

Skills

Data Gathering & Analysis

Decision Making & Critical Thinking

Logistics Management

Planning & Organizing

Problem Solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Engineering, or related field

Tools

SQL

Snowflake

SAS

Power BI

Excel

Job description

Career Area:

Supply Chain and Logistics

Job Description:

Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc.

When you join Caterpillar, you’rejoining 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’tjust 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 ourcustomers and helping them build a better world. We touch nearly everyelement of the services value stream. PSLD is responsible for Aftermarket Parts DistributionofCat 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.

As a Senior Aftermarket Inventory Strategy Analyst , you will be responsible for partnering with Caterpillar dealers and internal stakeholders to develop and implement inventory strategies that improve service parts availability, inventory performance, and customer experience. Serving as a senior inventory management consultant and trusted advisor, you will leverage advanced analytics, business acumen, and industry expertise to identify improvement opportunities, lead complex initiatives, and deliver measurable results. This role requires the ability to influence decision-making, resolve complex inventory challenges, and translate data-driven insights into strategic recommendations that drive inventory optimization, operational excellence, and long‑term business success.

Additional Information:

• This role is located in Morton, IL or Dallas, TX and does not offer relocation.
• This role is 1st shift, Monday – Friday.
• This role is 100% on-site with no opportunity for hybrid or remote schedules.
• This role requires up to 10% domestic travel.

What You Will Do:

• Serve as the primary inventory management advisor for assigned Caterpillar dealers, providing strategic guidance that improves inventory performance, customer availability, and overall business results.
• Design and implement inventory optimization strategies that balance service level objectives, inventory investment, customer demand, and operational performance.
• Lead complex inventory improvement initiatives from analysis through execution, driving measurable and sustainable results in inventory productivity, product availability, and customer satisfaction.
• Analyze inventory, operational, and business performance data to identify trends, uncover root causes, and develop data-driven recommendations that influence strategic decision-making.
• Conduct executive-level business reviews with dealers and internal stakeholders, communicating performance insights, opportunities, risks, and recommendations to audiences ranging from operational teams to senior leadership.
• Lead the development and execution of corrective action plans to address inventory performance gaps, align stakeholders, remove barriers, and ensure successful implementation of improvement strategies.
• Provide advanced consultation, training, and mentorship to dealers, helping them adopt inventory management best practices and maximize the value of inventory planning and analytics tools.
• Serve as a subject matter expert on inventory management processes, inventory optimization strategies, and dealer operations while supporting the development and knowledge growth of team members.
• Lead cross-functional projects and continuous improvement initiatives involving dealers, business partners, technical teams, and leadership to improve inventory performance and operational effectiveness.
• Influence business decisions by translating complex analytical findings into clear, actionable recommendations that support customer service goals, inventory investment decisions, and long‑term business objectives.
• Drive standardization and process improvements through the development of best practices, reporting enhancements, governance models, training resources, and scalable solutions.
• Partner with stakeholders across the organization to identify innovative opportunities, develop new ideas, and implement solutions that strengthen inventory management capabilities across multiple dealers, regions, or business units.
• Resolve complex inventory, system, and operational challenges while providing strategic guidance and leadership in support of dealer success and continuous performance improvement.
• Build trusted relationships with dealers and internal stakeholders, serving as a strategic partner capable of influencing outcomes through expertise, business acumen, and data-driven insights.

What You Have (Basic Requirements):

• 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.
• Logistics Management: Knowledge of logistics and management; ability to follow proper processes and run operations for effective and efficient movement of materials and finished products.
• 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.
• Problem Solving: Knowledge of approaches, tools, techniques for recognizing, anticipating, and resolving organizational, operational or process problems; ability to apply knowledge of problem solving appropriately to diverse situations.

What Will Set You Apart (Top Candidates Will Have):

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Engineering, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in inventory management, supply chain analytics, logistics, demand planning, or a related field.
• Proven success leading complex inventory, supply chain, or business improvement initiatives and delivering measurable results.
• Advanced analytical skills with experience using tools such as SQL, Snowflake, SAS, Power BI, and Excel to solve business problems and influence decisions.
• Ability to move beyond reporting by identifying root causes, validating data, and translating insights into actionable business recommendations.
• Experience influencing customers, dealers, stakeholders, and leadership through consultative, data-driven decision-making.
• Strong business acumen with the ability to evaluate operational, financial, and customer impacts when developing strategies.
• Experience leading cross-functional projects, driving stakeholder alignment, and delivering results without direct authority.
• Ability to communicate complex concepts effectively to audiences ranging from operational teams and dealers to senior leaders and executives.
• Experience mentoring others, sharing best practices, and serving as a subject matter expert within a team.
• Proven ability to work independently, navigate ambiguity, manage competing priorities, and drive initiatives through implementation and sustained results.

What You Will Get:

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

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Summary Pay Range:

$97,530.00 - $146,290.00

Compensation and benefits offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, job level, market location,job-related knowledge, skills, individual performance and experience. Please note that salary is only one component of total compensation at Caterpillar.

Benefits:

Subject to plan eligibility, terms, and guidelines. This is a summary list of 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

This position requires working onsite five days a week.

Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position.

Posting Dates:

September 3, 2026 - September 15, 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.