Strategic Materials Planner

Caterpillar Financial Services Corporation; Mapleton (IL); On-site; USD 72,000 - 109,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

401(k) savings plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Caterpillar Inc. is seeking a material planning and procurement professional for our Mapleton, IL facility. You will coordinate material flow, plan production, and manage material releases while monitoring supplier performance to meet business goals.

The role requires attention to detail, analytical thinking, and experience with manufacturing inventory. This on-site position offers a comprehensive benefits package and a fixed pay range.

Qualifications

• Attention to detail and accuracy in data and processes.
• Analytical thinking to identify root causes and implement solutions.
• Inventory management knowledge for raw materials, WIP, and finished goods.
• Problem solving to address operational or process issues.
• Experience in manufacturing supplier management and relationships.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate flow of materials within the manufacturing facility.
• Develop and execute material planning for a product line.
• Schedule and control release of materials and monitor inventory.
• Build and follow procurement plans to align with business objectives.
• Track and analyze supplier performance and negotiate on requirements.

Skills

MFG Pro Experience

Excel

Power BI

Supplier collaboration

Customer collaboration

Tools

MS Office Suite

Excel

Power BI

Job description

Caterpillar Inc. is seeking a material planning and procurement professional for our Mapleton, IL facility. You will coordinate material flow, plan production, and manage material releases while monitoring supplier performance to meet business goals.

The role requires attention to detail, analytical thinking, and experience with manufacturing inventory. This on-site position offers a comprehensive benefits package and a fixed pay range.