Senior Logistics Operations Lead – Safety & Efficiency

Caterpillar Brazil; Pontiac, Northern (IL, KY); On-site; USD 113,000 - 169,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Caterpillar Inc. in Pontiac, IL is seeking a Manager Logistics to lead internal logistics operations within the Supply Chain, supporting Fuel Systems and Aftertreatment production. You will ensure safety, drive process improvements, and manage third-party logistics providers to meet KPIs and cost targets.

The role emphasizes inventory accuracy, material flow, and compliance, with on-site responsibility five days a week and opportunities for relocation assistance where applicable.

Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent experience in supply chain or operations.
• Experience with safety-driven logistics and project support.
• Ability to lead process improvements and drive change.

Responsibilities

• Lead internal logistics operations and ensure safety across the Pontiac facility.
• Direct third-party logistics to meet KPIs, cost and performance targets.
• Improve material handling and inventory through process improvements.
• Drive Inventory Record Accuracy and transaction discipline.
• Lead Root Cause Corrective Action initiatives for logistics excellence.

Skills

Safety leadership

Problem solving

Relationship management

Continuous improvement

Communication

Education

Degree or equivalent experience

Tools

Mfg Pro / QAD

Job description

Caterpillar Inc. in Pontiac, IL is seeking a Manager Logistics to lead internal logistics operations within the Supply Chain, supporting Fuel Systems and Aftertreatment production. You will ensure safety, drive process improvements, and manage third-party logistics providers to meet KPIs and cost targets.

The role emphasizes inventory accuracy, material flow, and compliance, with on-site responsibility five days a week and opportunities for relocation assistance where applicable.