Global S&OP; Sales & Operations Planning Manager

About EPD

Caterpillar's Electric Power Division (EPD) offers integrated solutions, parts, and services to meet the needs of our commercial and industrial electric power customers. EPD supports a wide range of applications worldwide, including backup power to hospitals, emergency power during natural disasters, and critical infrastructure for data centers, municipalities, and more. With a rich history of more than 95 years in the electric power business, the team has world‑class expertise and a proven ability to adapt to changing demands.

The Global S&OP Manager will oversee planning for Enclosed Power Solutions and Switchgear products in Large Electric Power Solutions. The role will build and manage the Global S&OP process across multiple manufacturing facilities and functional areas, driving process adoption and discipline with data‑driven communication.

• Integrate demand, supply, and financial planning into forward‑thinking plans with input from sales, technical sales, program management, manufacturing, distribution, and finance.
• Link strategic plans to operational plans, developing the most beneficial production plan and strategic planning beyond the execution window.
• Manage supply response communications across 3 internal facilities and 10+ external manufacturing facilities.
• Coordinate demand planning, network optimization, and capacity planning across departments and regions.
• Analyze forecast quality and accuracy, taking corrective actions as needed.
• Analyze and solve business problems, identifying root causes and driving forward‑looking opportunities.
• Develop and use statistical modeling to support decision‑making.
• Liaise with operational management teams on all resource‑planning matters.
• Own process cadence and strict schedule, communicating outcomes to senior leaders.

• Accuracy and attention to detail; high precision in completing tasks.
• Analytical thinking; expertise in techniques and tools for effective analysis.
• Capacity planning & management experience in manufacturing.
• Data gathering & analysis skills; ability to collect and synthesize data from multiple stakeholders.
• Planning and organizing ability; systematic approach to time and resource management.

• Detailed S&OP experience managing multiple data inputs and providing accurate responses.
• Deep knowledge of ERP systems and Caterpillar internal ordering systems; understanding forecast transposition into real demand.
• Data manipulation and presentation skills to drive team and processes forward in a growth environment.

• Locations:
  Griffin, GA;
  Alpharetta, GA;
  Dallas, TX;
  Peoria, IL;
  Lafayette, IN.
• 5‑day per week on‑site attendance required.
• 10% or less travel expected.
• Visa sponsorship not available.
• Relocation not available.

Pay Range: $ – $. Compensation and benefits may vary based on individual factors.

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• Paid time off plan (vacation, holidays, volunteer, etc.).
• 401(k) savings plan.
• 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.

Benefits apply to part‑time employees as well.

Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities. Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply.