Tool Crib Management Support - 1st Shift

Caterpillar Inc.; Sanford (NC); On-site; USD 30,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

401(k) savings plans

Paid time off

Tuition Reimbursement

Disability benefits

Life Insurance

Job summary

Caterpillar Inc. is hiring for an administrative/purchasing-support role in Sanford, NC. The position supports procurement and general administrative tasks, coordinating with cross-functional teams and leadership to drive efficient operations.

The role requires experience with purchasing/inventory systems and strong MS Office skills. Day ONE benefits, a quarterly bonus potential, and paid training are offered, with typical first shift hours.

Qualifications

• Experience with purchasing/inventory/buying systems.
• Intermediate proficiency with Microsoft Applications (Excel).
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to assist in budget preparation and control activities.

Responsibilities

• Cross-functional communication to complete tasks.
• Effective teamwork and collaboration.
• Provides summaries to leadership.
• Serve as administrative liaison regarding purchasing, personnel, facilities, logistics and operations.
• Coordinate for customer visits.

Skills

Cross-functional communication

Teamwork

Interpersonal skills

Problem solving

Microsoft Office

Excel

Administrative support

Education

Associate's degree

Tools

Nextgen

Coupa

Job description

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.

Career Area

Business Services

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.

Are you ready to build what matters? Build More Than Machines. Build a Career.

Caterpillar is looking for candidates that want to build a career. You have a lot to offer, so we offer a commitment in return to you as a professional – and as a person. We offer competitive wages, quarterly bonus, comprehensive benefits that begins on Day ONE and paid training.

• 1st Shift: Mon-Fri 6:15 AM - 2:15 PM, Overtime as business needs require
• 1st Shift Starting Pay: $21.70/hour

Job Duties May Include The Following

• Cross-functional communication to complete tasks.
• Effective teamwork
• Provides summaries to leadership
• Serve as administrative liaison with others within and outside the company regarding administrative issues related to purchasing, personnel, facilities, logistics and operations
• Serve as the coordinator for customer visits.
• Assist in budget preparation and control activities.
• Assist in basic scheduling tasks.
• Proficient in spreadsheet, word processing, presentation and e-mail

Physical Requirements May Include The Following

• Ability to sit or stand for prolonged periods
• Ability to perform repetitive operations; Ability to lift up to 35 lbs

Minimum Requirements Include

• Experience with purchasing/inventory/buying systems
• Intermediate proficiency with Microsoft Applications (Excel)

Top Candidates Will Have

• Associate's degree
• At least 2 years’ experience in purchasing/inventory management
• Experience with Nextgen/Coupa
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Advanced Problem Solving/Troubleshooting Ability
• Advanced skills in Microsoft Office
• 2 years of related administrative support experience

Additional Information

Resumes are highly encouraged. Please do not submit a blank application (no work history or resume attached), which will lead to disqualification.

Employee benefit details

Our goal at Caterpillar is for you to have a rewarding career. Here you earn more than just an hourly wage. We offer a total rewards package that provides Day ONE benefits (medical, dental, vision, RX, and 401K) along with the potential of a quarterly bonus. Additional benefits include paid holidays and paid time off.

Final details

This employer is not currently hiring foreign national applicants that require or will require sponsorship tied to a specific employer, such as H, L, TN, F, J, E, O.

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.

Summary Pay Range

$21.70 - $27.35

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

• 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

Posting Dates

August 17, 2026 - August 23, 2026

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.