Senior Human Resources Manager

Caterpillar Inc.; Peoria (IL); On-site; USD 159,000 - 239,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

401(k) savings plans

Paid time off plan

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Tuition Reimbursement

Relocation assistance

Incentive bonus

Parental leave

Job summary

Caterpillar Inc. in Peoria, IL, seeks a Senior Human Resources Manager for the Excavation Division to lead HR strategy, performance management, compensation, and analytics across US manufacturing, European design, and global product teams.

You will coach leaders, align HR programs, analyze metrics, and guide HR initiatives with global leaders, building a strong, data-driven HR organization.

Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent experience desired.
• Global perspective on international business issues and challenges.
• Ability to align capabilities with business goals to support performance.

Responsibilities

• Act as a trusted coach to leaders on performance, compensation, benefits and org design.
• Align HR policies and programs for division, facility or region to promote engagement, retention and performance.
• Analyze HR metrics to identify trends and provide data‑driven recommendations to senior management.
• Collaborate with senior management as a strategic advisor to identify and prioritize HR initiatives.
• Lead a team of 5–10 HR professionals and collaborate with Centers of Excellence.

Skills

Leadership

HR Consulting

Talent Management

Decision Making

Influencing

Global Perspective

Business Acumen

Organization Knowledge

Education

Degree or equivalent experience

Job description

Career Area

Human Resources

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.

Caterpillar’s Excavation Division designs and manufactures tracked and wheeled excavators in sizes ranging from 11 to over 90 metric tons, forestry products, and Cat Work Tools. Our employees live and work in all corners of the world. Partnered with our global excavator manufacturing facilities, we deliver solutions that solve our customers’ toughest challenges and help our customers build a better world.

The Senior Human Resources Manager for the Excavation Division manages a broad scope of responsibilities that includes support for U.S. Manufacturing Operations, our European Design Center and global Product Management organizations. In addition, this role helps to set the division HR strategy and govern strategic HR initiatives and is responsible for division people processes including performance management, advanced compensation/total rewards, HR analytics and mobility programs.

This role partners with leaders at all levels globally to deliver people strategies aligned to business objectives and provides leadership across core HR disciplines including employee relations, talent management, workforce planning, compliance, and organizational effectiveness. The position requires strong consulting capability, data‑driven decision making, strong global collaboration and the ability to influence at multiple organizational levels.

We are seeking a highly motivated individual to join the Excavation HR team in this key position to make a significant contribution to our strategic goals and help us Win With Our People.

What You Will Do

• Act as a trusted coach providing guidance to leaders and managers on HR-related matters, including performance management, compensation and benefits and organization design.
• Align HR policies and programs for the division, facility or region which promote employee engagement, retention, and performance.
• Analyze HR metrics and data to identify trends and opportunities and develop a story to provide data-driven recommendations to senior management.
• Collaborate with senior management as a strategic advisor helping identify and prioritize HR initiatives that align with the organization's strategic goals and objectives.
• Lead a team of 5-10 HR professionals to collaborate effectively with other Centers of Excellence and serve as thought leaders to the business and HR.
• Develop and implement change management methods and materials to facilitate deployment of HR programs and processes within a specific organization.

What You Will Have

• Education: Degree or equivalent experience desired
• Business Acumen: Knowledge of business concepts, tools, and processes that are needed for making sound decisions in the context of the company's business; ability to apply this knowledge appropriately to diverse situations.
• Global Perspective: Knowledge of issues, opportunities, and challenges for conducting business in the international marketplace; ability to apply global perspectives appropriately in a wide range of situations.
• Knowledge of Organization: Knowledge of the organization's vision, structure, culture, philosophy, operating principles, values, and code of ethics; ability to understand the value of aligning capabilities with business goals to support optimal performance.
• 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.
• Influencing: Knowledge of effective influencing tactics and strategies; ability to impact decisions within and outside own organization.
• Leadership: Knowledge of leadership practices and processes; ability to use strategies and skills to enlist others in setting, embracing and achieving objectives while having a long-term perspective of the future state of things and how to get there.
• Human Resources Consulting: Knowledge of HR approaches, tools and techniques; ability to inform, guide and advise managers in HR-related initiatives.
• Talent Management: Knowledge of how an organization attracts, recruits, retains, identifies and develops talent; ability to develop the talent required for an organization to achieve its short-term and long-term goals.

Additional Info

• This position will be located in Peoria, IL
• This role requires 5 days a week in office
• Domestic relocation is available for those who qualify
• Sponsorship is not available
• Global travel up to 20%

What You Will Get

• Our goal at Caterpillar is for you to have a rewarding career. Our teams are critical to the success of our customers who build a better world.
• Here you earn more than just a salary because we value your performance. We offer a total rewards package that provides benefits on day one (medical, dental, vision, RX, and 401K) along with the potential of an annual bonus. Additional benefits include paid vacation days and paid holidays.
• All qualified individuals - Including minorities, females, veterans and individuals with disabilities - are encouraged to apply.

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 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.

Summary Pay Range

$159,120.00 - $238,680.00

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

Posting Dates

August 17, 2026 - August 28, 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.

This position requires working onsite five days a week.

Relocation is available for this position.

Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position.