Supply Chain Coordinator

Caterpillar Brazil; Gardena, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 89,000 - 134,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Paid time off

401(k) savings plan

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

Career Development

Incentive bonus

Disability benefits

Parental leave

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Caterpillar Inc. is seeking a Supply Chain Coordinator to plan, coordinate, and monitor material supply for projects and production. You will work with Project Planners and cross-functional teams to ensure on-time material availability and optimized inventory levels.

This role emphasizes collaboration with Supply Chain, Procurement, Manufacturing, and Logistics to mitigate risks and maintain schedules in a fast-paced environment at Solar Turbines’ site in San Diego, CA.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• 3+ years of experience in supply chain or planning.
• Strong Excel skills (formulas, pivot tables).
• Effective cross-functional communication across teams.
• Analytical and problem-solving abilities for issue resolution.

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate, and monitor material supply to support project and production needs.
• Develop and maintain material plans using MRP and order release processes.
• Collaborate with Buyers, Manufacturing, and Logistics to ensure on-time material availability.
• Monitor supplier performance, deliveries, and schedule changes.
• Identify shortages, mitigate risks, and communicate revised schedules.

Skills

Bachelor’s degree

3+ years experience

Microsoft Excel 365

Cross-functional communication

Analytical problem solving

Prioritization in fast-paced env

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

MS Office 365

Job description

Career Area: Supply Chain and Logistics

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.

The Supply Chain Coordinator serves as the primary point of contact for all supply chain‑related matters for assigned projects. This role is responsible for planning, coordinating, and monitoring material supply to support project and production requirements. Working closely with the Project Planner, the Supply Chain Coordinator develops realistic, committed supply plans and partners across the Supply Chain Center—including Supply Engineering, Procurement, Manufacturing, and Logistics—to ensure successful execution. The role focuses on managing purchased material requirements, ensuring on‑time material availability at appropriate inventory levels, and proactively identifying and mitigating risks that could impact delivery, cost, or business objectives. While the position does not assume ownership of functional responsibilities (e.g., Procurement or Shipping), it plays a critical coordination and escalation role to ensure alignment and execution.

Key Responsibilities

• Supply Planning & Coordination


• Analyze demand for assigned parts and maintain a balanced supply plan to support project and production needs


• Develop, maintain, and execute material plans using MRP and order release processes


• Coordinate with Buyers on capacity planning, ordering strategies, and supplier commitments


• Collaborate with Manufacturing Production Schedulers to align demand, supply status, and schedule changes


• Supplier & Material Management


• Serve as the focal point for purchased material commitments and delivery status


• Monitor supplier performance, follow up on deliveries, and manage schedule changes


• Investigate material shortages or delays, establish recovery plans, and communicate revised schedules


• Proactively communicate demand, forecasts, risks, and mitigation plans to internal stakeholders


• Inventory & Data Management


• Analyze inventory levels, turnover, and material health for assigned parts


• Review and disposition excess, slow‑moving, or obsolete inventory


• Maintain accurate item and planning data within ERP/MRP systems


• Communication & Continuous Improvement


• Provide accurate, timely, and proactive material status updates to internal customers


• Collaborate cross‑functionally with Operations, Supply Chain, Engineering, and Procurement to minimize disruptions


• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives focused on material availability, lead‑time reduction, and inventory optimization

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required


• 3+ years of experience in supply chain management, material/production planning, or inventory planning/analysis


• Solid understanding of material and production planning fundamentals


• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office 365 (Excel required, including formulas, functions, and pivot tables)


• Ability to communicate effectively across functions and multiple platforms


• Strong written and verbal communication skills


• Demonstrated ability to prioritize, multitask, and perform in a fast‑paced environment


• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with the ability to drive issues to resolution


• Proven teamwork and collaboration skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Six Sigma / CPS Green Belt or Black Belt certification or experience


• ERP experience with BAAN or Infor LN


• APICS certification

Summary

• Pay Range: $89,210.00 - $133,810.00


• Compensation 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 benefits Life Insurance


• Parental leave


• Adoption benefits


• Tuition Reimbursement

These benefits also apply to part‑time employees

This position requires working onsite five days a week.

Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position.

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.

Powering the future through innovative, sustainable energy solutions.

Solar Turbines Incorporated, headquartered in San Diego, California, is a wholly owned subsidiary of Caterpillar Inc. Solar manufactures the world’s most widely used family of mid-sized industrial gas turbines, ranging from 1 to 39 megawatts. More than 16,000 Solar units are operating in more than 100 countries with more than 3 billion operating hours. Solar is a leading provider of energy solutions, featuring an extensive line of gas turbine‑powered compressor sets, mechanical drive packages, and generator sets. Solar’s customers put the company’s products to work in many areas, including production, processing and pipeline transmission of natural gas and crude oil, and generation of electricity and thermal energy for processing applications, such as manufacturing chemicals, pharmaceuticals, and food products. Solar’s foundation is people and Solar’s culture is one where individual contributions are valued, diversity in the workplace is encouraged, and safety is emphasized in all aspects of the business. Solar Turbines is comprised of a dedicated and multi‑talented workforce of more than 9,000 employees with decades of experience working as a global team.