Strategic Category Buyer – Power & Energy

Caterpillar; Mossville (AR); On-site; USD 98,000 - 146,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401(k) planning

Tuition Reimbursement

Incentive bonus

Job summary

Caterpillar is seeking a Category Buyer for Power & Energy Procurement in Mossville. You will shape category strategy, manage supplier relations, and drive cost/quality improvements across the supply base.

This role emphasizes data-driven decisions and cross-functional collaboration with suppliers and internal teams. The position requires degree or equivalent experience, strong communications, and negotiation skills to optimize Total Cost of Ownership and supplier performance.

Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent experience desired.
• Effective communications skills and ability to communicate ideas clearly.
• Negotiation concepts and techniques for cross-organizational and external use.
• Knowledge of supplier relationship management concepts and strategies.

Responsibilities

• Develop, manage and execute the category strategy and related policies, agreements, source catalogs and programs.
• Identify opportunities for cost reductions, inventory reductions and quality improvements with sound business proposals and risk assessment.
• Act as liaison between the organization and suppliers, communicating needs while considering production demands.
• Document supplier performance and maintain strong supplier relationships.

Skills

Negotiation

Supplier relations

Strategic sourcing

Category management

Communication

Education

Degree or equivalent experience

Job description

Caterpillar is seeking a Category Buyer for Power & Energy Procurement in Mossville. You will shape category strategy, manage supplier relations, and drive cost/quality improvements across the supply base.

This role emphasizes data-driven decisions and cross-functional collaboration with suppliers and internal teams. The position requires degree or equivalent experience, strong communications, and negotiation skills to optimize Total Cost of Ownership and supplier performance.