Senior Supply Chain Coordinator

Caterpillar Brazil; Newport Beach (CA); On-site; USD 89,000 - 134,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

401(k) savings plans

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

Vacation and holidays

Job summary

Caterpillar Inc. seeks a Supply Chain/Materials Planner to manage procurement, MRP data, and capacity planning for bought parts. The role collaborates with Buyers, Sourcing Specialists, and Production Schedulers to ensure on-time material availability and optimal inventory levels.

The candidate should have a bachelor’s in business or supply chain, strong scheduling skills, and familiarity with ERP systems. Lean manufacturing and Six Sigma knowledge are preferred; this position is onsite five

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business or supply chain required
• Strong scheduling and organizational skills
• Analytical, problem solving and communication skills
• MS Office skills with ERP systems

Responsibilities

• Manage purchased material requirements and ensure material availability with appropriate inventory levels
• Communicate supplier capacity issues and coordinate with Buyers on capacity
• Support lean manufacturing and cost/lead-time reduction initiatives and changes

Skills

Scheduling

MS Excel

Communication

Lean Manufacturing

Problem Solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business or supply chain

APICS certification

Six Sigma knowledge

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Career Area:Supply Chain and LogisticsJob 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.Job Purpose:Position is accountable to establish, administer and implement activities required to support customer requirements. This includes but is not limited to material procurement, material requirement planning and capacity requirement planning and ordering objectives.Nature & Scope:This position reports to the Supply Chain Manager and is accountable for identifying requirements, developing plans and facilitating the fulfillment of all demand streams for assigned purchased parts. Collaborates with Buyers and production personnel to identify and communicate supplier capacity issues in support of internal customer demand.Accountabilities:Responsible for managing purchased material requirements and taking appropriate actions to ensure material availability when needed, with appropriate inventory levels. Includes development and maintenance of planning data with MRP, order release process and coordination with buyers on capacity.Collaborate with Buyer and Sourcing Specialist on ordering technique and communication of shortage as well as coordination with Manufacturing Production Scheduler on demand and status.Focal point for purchased material commitments, follow up with supplier deliveries, and schedule changes. Investigate schedule delays, establish and communicate revised schedules. When constraints exist, work with the business to prioritize enterprise requirements based on need.Reschedule purchased material commit dates and provide input to Buyer on supplier delivery performance.Maintain data accuracy in the BAAN system (e.g., ensure dates are current, part set-up, lot sizes, etc).Actively involved in the change configuration process and responsible for establishing purchased part implementation dates. Facilitate collaboration between engineering, operations, supply chain and change control personnel to ensure an on time successful change implementation.Monitor revision changes of purchased parts into supermarkets with Supplier, Sourcing Specialist and Production Scheduler in Manufacturing, work with Buyer as necessary to amend contract to incorporate revisions.Responsible for drop ship logistics for OV make complete parts.Provide supplier schedule information for NPI on specific assigned parts.Actively involved in projects in support of business objectives: cost reductions, inventory reduction initiatives, lead - time reduction, lean manufacturing and 6-sigma; at a senior level may champion and/ or lead projects.Support demand simulations.Maintain and promote the highest level of professionalism and business ethics.Desired Qualifications:Bachelor’s degree in business or supply chainStrong scheduling and organizational skills with the ability to handle multiple tasks and priorities.Knowledge of inventory planning and a basic understanding of manufacturing operations, with product and commodity knowledge preferred.Analytical, problem solving and decision-making skills as well as strong oral and written communication skills required.Strong MS Office skills with an emphasis on MS Excel and with ERP systemsSolid understanding of the Demand / Supply Chain Process and Lean Manufacturing principles.Preferred QualificationsAPICS certificationKnowledge of basic 6 Sigma principles.Summary Pay Range:$89,210.00 - $133,810.00Compensation 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 benefitsLife InsuranceParental leaveAdoption benefitsTuition Reimbursement* These benefits also apply to part-time employeesThis position requires working onsite five days a week.Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position.Posting Dates:October 5, 2026 - October 19, 2026Any 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. 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