Senior Manager - Indirect Contracting

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- Indirect Contracting Apply locations:
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** Career Area:
** Procurement
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* 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.

Caterpillar’s Global Finance Services Division (GFSD) is seeking a
** Senior Manager – Indirect Contracting
** to lead the Contracting Center of Excellence (COE), a global team responsible for the creation, maintenance, negotiation, and approval of contracts supporting Indirect Procurement activities.

This strategic leadership role is responsible for driving operational excellence, team performance, supplier contracting processes, and continuous improvement across the contracting function. You will partner closely with Procurement, Legal, and business stakeholders while helping shape the future of indirect procurement through standardization, innovation, and AI-enabled solutions.## ##
** What You Will Do
*** Lead a global Contracting Center of Excellence responsible for contract creation, negotiation, maintenance, and approval processes.
* Manage and improve team performance against established service levels, KPIs, and business objectives.
* Partner with Legal, Indirect Procurement, and business stakeholders to ensure efficient and compliant contracting practices.
* Drive innovation, standardization, and continuous improvement initiatives across the contracting organization.
* Lead the implementation and adoption of AI-enabled solutions that improve efficiency, scalability, and user experience throughout the contracting process.
* Establish and maintain a culture aligned with Caterpillar’s Values in Action and strategic behaviors.
* Provide leadership in contract negotiations, supplier engagement, and contracting governance.
* Develop team capabilities, succession plans, and employee growth opportunities.
* Utilize data and performance metrics to identify opportunities and implement process improvements.## ##
** What You Have**###
** Leadership & Team Management
*** Minimum of 5 years of leadership experience within procurement, contracting, legal operations, or related business functions.
* Experience leading organizations through change while driving engagement, accountability, and performance.
* Ability to lead and influence teams across multiple regions and stakeholder groups.###
** Business Partnership & Communication
*** Strong ability to collaborate with Procurement, Legal, and business leaders.
* Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to translate complex contracting concepts for diverse audiences.
* Proven ability to build relationships and drive alignment across multiple functions.###
** Operational Excellence & Problem Solving
*** Experience managing service delivery, operational metrics, and performance objectives.
* Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to leverage data to drive continuous improvement.
* Demonstrated ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.###
** Education & Experience
***…