Senior Logistics Management Consultant

Senior Logistics Management Consultant – Caterpillar Inc.

When you join Caterpillar, you’re part of a global team that cares not just about the work we do, but also about each other. We are makers, problem solvers, and future world builders creating stronger, more sustainable communities. We don’t just talk about progress and innovation – we make it happen with our customers, where we work and live. Together, we are building a better world that we all can enjoy.

Career

Area

Supply Chain and Logistics

Product Support and Logistics Division (PSLD)

PSLD is one of the most innovative divisions within Caterpillar. It is responsible for Aftermarket Parts Distribution of Cat Parts, Integrated Logistics, and Global Services that support Caterpillar dealers and customers. Our teams work together in critical areas that leverage digital capabilities, technology, and operational excellence.

Role Summary

As a Senior Logistics Management Consultant
, you will develop and deliver business solutions to improve logistics process execution and efficiency. The scope of work includes global network design and engineering, packaging, transportation, strategic sourcing, network visibility, and data analytics.

Responsibilities

• Deliver moderate to highly complex business solutions for Integrated Logistics Global Network Operations sites, including the Manufacturing Parts Node (MPN) Network.

Accountable For

• Leading and supporting global and regional project teams to deliver efficient and competitive logistics solutions, including operational improvement, new value‑added process design, network visibility, material flow, and logistics automation.
• Coordinating with manufacturing and operations functions to define critical parameters and develop plans for process control and improvements.
• Developing and maintaining internal logistics process engineering standards, knowledge, and tools; ensuring their implementation in current and new operations.
• Evaluating logistics processes and workflows, conducting root‑cause analysis, and implementing corrective actions for process‑related concerns.
• Serving as process owner and subject‑matter expert for developed solutions; typically directing multiple project teams on concurrent business process improvements.

Basic Requirements

• Education:
  
  Bachelor’s Degree
• Decision Making and Critical Thinking:
  Knowledge of decision‑making processes and associated tools and techniques; ability to analyze situations and reach productive decisions.
• Distribution Center Management:
  Knowledge of distribution center management; ability to operate a warehouse or distribution center handling the flow of goods from supplier to production to customer.
• Inventory Management – MFG:
  Knowledge of inventory management processes and methods; ability to manage local or distributed inventories of raw materials, work‑in‑progress, and finished goods.
• Logistics Management:
  Knowledge of logistics and management; ability to run operations for effective and efficient movement of materials and finished products.
• Process Management:
  Knowledge of process improvement tools and techniques; ability to understand, monitor, update, control, or enhance existing business processes.
• Supply Chain Management – MFG:
  Knowledge of supply‑chain principles and techniques; ability to develop and use strategies for controlling logistical processes.
• Warehouse Management:
  Knowledge of the policies, processes, and systems of warehouse management; ability to manage one or more warehouses or distribution centers.

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

Additional Information

• Location:
  
  Morton, IL (United States)
• Required Travel:
  Up to 25% (Domestic + International)
• Relocation Assistance Offered:
  None
• US Work Sponsorship Offered:
  None
• This position requires working onsite five days a week.

Compensation

Summary Pay Range: $ – $

Posting Dates

December 18, 2025 – January 16, 2026

Equal Opportunity Employer

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

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