Senior Procurement Solutions Professional

Career Area:
Procurement

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. Your Work Shapes the World:
Whether it be groundbreaking products, best in class solutions or creating a lifelong career, you can do the work that matters h a 100‑year legacy of quality and innovation and 150 locations in countries around the world, your impact spans the globe. We are the people who roll up our sleeves and do the work to build a better world.

We don’t just talk about progress and innovation. We make it happen. And we are proud of that, because it helps our customers build and power the world we live in — the roads, hospitals, homes, and infrastructure. Without a dedicated workforce Caterpillar could not effectively meet our customer’s needs. Join us.

In this role, you will - Lead multiple initiatives to support Enterprise‑wide Category procurement teams, focusing on Supply Resiliency processes and capabilities.

- Collaborate with purchasing verticals and leadership to design the next generation of the Supply Resiliency Guide (SRG).

- Integrate with our digital team to design permanent desktop tools to support new standard work.

- Facilitate how Caterpillar verticals collaborate with a shared supply base by bringing together vertical teams to create Enterprise‑wide strategies and deliver key projects that will take us to the next level.

Lead strategic initiatives focused on lean process optimization, global market insights, and the development of tools and systems that drive operational excellence. Design and deliver impactful solutions by collaborating with senior stakeholders and business users to gather Voice of the Business (VOB) and Voice of the Customer (VOC), define business requirements, and create implementation plans for successful deployment. Shape enterprise standards by contributing to the creation of best practices, service offerings, and training resources that support consistent and scalable execution.

Serve as the technical lead for your discipline, partnering with procurement and enterprise teams to provide expert guidance and present recommendations to senior leadership.

Bachelor’s degree

Business Process Improvement – Applies 7–10 years of supply chain and procurement experience to identify and implement process enhancements that reduce inefficiencies and variation. Collaborates across functions to evaluate change factors and support requirements gathering for process improvements. Leverages facilitation skills to guide teams through change and deliver high‑impact initiatives.
Data Analytics – Uses advanced data analysis tools to interpret trends and performance metrics, supporting strategic decision‑making. Translates complex data into clear visualizations and insights for senior stakeholders. Applies practical experience to assess business opportunities and recommend improvements.
Effective Communications – Demonstrates exceptional verbal and written communication skills, including presenting to upper management. Adapts messaging for diverse audiences, avoiding jargon and incorporating non‑verbal cues. Provides and receives feedback constructively to enhance communication effectiveness.
Negotiating – Builds alignment across vertical purchasing organizations through collaborative, win‑win negotiation strategies. Uses active listening and probing techniques to surface interests and resolve issues. Maintains professionalism and resilience in negotiations with internal and external partners.
Matrix Management – Navigates complex organizational structures by balancing cross‑functional priorities and resolving conflicting requirements. Communicates effectively across departments and geographies…