Planning Analyst; 3rd Shift

Planning Analyst (3rd Shift)

Full time

Career Area:

Supply Chain and Logistics

Job Description:

Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc.

When you join Caterpillar, you'rejoining 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'tjust 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.

At Caterpillar, we work to help our customers build a better world. Without our team of talented, bright and driven individuals, we wouldn’t be the Caterpillar we are today. Now, this is your chance to join our team and do work that matters. We want you to help us enable customer success, make progress possible around the world and help our communities grow and thrive.

We are looking for a dynamic, organized self-starter to join our Product Support and Logistics Division as a Planning Analyst (3rd Shift) in Lafayette, IN.

Our
Product Support and Logistics Division (PSLD)is one of the most innovative divisions within  PSLD, as within all of Caterpillar, our priority is our customers and helping them build a better world. PSLD is responsible for the worldwide distribution of Cat aftermarket parts, integrated logistics, and global service to develop and support our global dealer network and customers.

We’re
committed
to our customers, who build a better world with our products, services and solutions. We understand and show the value of why they should always choose us. We’re exploring new ideas and opportunities –
innovating
to discover the breakthroughs necessary for tomorrow’s growth.

Job Summary:

• As the Planning Analyst, you will support the logistics operation servicing the Large Engine Center with problem solving and continuous improvement process enhancements. You will identify recurring operational challenges and develop sustainable corrective actions.

Additional Information:

• Location: Lafayette, IN (United States)
• Special Announcement:It was recently announced that PSLD Lafayette operations will be moving many of their positions to the facility in Lebanon, IN over the next 6 months. This position is included in the upcoming move.
• Work Schedule: 3rd Shift (Monday through Friday 10:30PM-6:30 AM ET)
• Relocation Assistance Offered: None
• U.S. Work Authorization Offered: None

What You Will Do:

• Lead value stream improvement initiatives focused on PQVC (People, Quality, Velocity, and Cost) and customer satisfaction
• Identify recurring operational challenges and partner with Section Managers to develop sustainable corrective actions
• Utilize data, metrics, and operational trends to identify improvement opportunities
• Support Lean initiatives and project implementations
• Monitor effectiveness of implemented solutions to ensure expected benefits are achieved
• Partner with support groups and operations teams to support future state initiatives and facility transitions
• Coordinate with other Planning Analyst to ensure operational readiness for upcoming changes
• Proactively identify and communicate risks that may impact customer commitments
• Coordinate cross-function response plans to mitigate customer impact
• Strengthen relationships with customers through effective communication and issue resolution
• Coach and develop Section Managers and Team Leads on problem solving, decision making, and leadership practices
• Encourage collaboration and knowledge sharing across shifts and functional areas
• Reinforce accountability by challenging teams to solve issues at the appropriate ownership level
• Facilitate discussions regarding major operational initiatives, strategic projects, and cross functional issues
• Provide visibility to operational performance, project status, customer concerns, and emerging risks.
• Support alignment between shifts and departments to ensure consistent execution and customer discussions
• Assist with coordination of major operational events, customer impacts, and recovery activities
• Support decision making, escalation management, and communication of business…