Supply Chain Planning Engineer | Peoria, IL

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  • Location: Morton, IL

  • Company: Caterpillar

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. Our Product Support and Logistics Division (PSLD) is one of the most innovative divisions within Caterpillar.

In PSLD, as within all of Caterpillar, our priority is our customers and helping them build a better world. We touch nearly every element of the services value stream from procurement to design and manufacturing to distribution. PSLD is responsible for Aftermarket Parts Distributionof Cat Parts, Integrated Logistics, segment Procurementand thedesign andmanufactureof Wear Components (Undercarriage

and GET) and Maintenance Components (Seals, Tubes & Hardware, Hose & Couplings, Fluids and Filters). 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. Through it all, we are one team - creating and delivering world-class components and solutions superior to the competition. Learn more about the Caterpillar Experience. What You Will Do: As a Supply Chain Planning Engineer, you will be responsible for leading the proposal, design, and implementation

of all related logistics processes, machinery and equipment, storage concepts, among other things for Cat Parts or Integrated Logistics Services (ILS) projects.

Initially, this position will be primarily focused on leading logistics engineering projects supporting the Lafayette Engine Center (LEC). The job duties of a Supply Chain Planning Engineer are to design and implement successful logistics solutions. To be successful, they must utilize technical skills as well as soft skills. The technical skills are defined in 7 key skills: data purification & analysis; warehouse storage design & manufacturing point-of-use (POU) design; machinery & equipment design and procurement; workforce & equipment planning; logistics process design; inventory transfer & rearrangement planning; and integrating supply chain knowledge into warehouse design.

In addition, it is expected that a Supply Chain Planning Engineer is knowledgeable about the local warehouse management system (WMS) and can integrate this into the overall design of the facility. A Supply Chain Planning Engineer is expected to be very proficient in all areas. In addition to technical skills, a Supply Chain Planning Engineer needs to demonstrate intermediate to fully skilled levels of the following values-based competencies (VBCs): integrity & trust; building inclusive relationships; customer focus; problem solving; priority setting; and dealing with uncertainty.

Other duties as assigned by Caterpillar management from time-to-time. What You Have (Basic Qualifications): Bachelor's degree. 5 (plus) years of logistics engineering experience, preferably in warehouse operations, supply chain, or manufacturing POU design. The ability to travel both domestically up to 50% of the time. What You Have (Preferred Qualifications): Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Industrial or Manufacturing Engineering.

Strong Computer Skills (Excel, Power Point, Project, Access, Auto CAD). Strong Project Management Skills. Strong understanding of CPS/LEAN principles. Additional Information: Location: Morton, IL (USA) This position does not offer relocation assistance. Posting Close Date: Wednesday (1/3/2024) at 12:00 AM ET Our team embraces flexibility through a hybrid work model. In addition to working onsite at one of our facilities in Morton, IL, our hybrid work model allows employees the flexibility to work from home based on business need. #LI #BI Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position.

This employer is not currently hiring foreign national applicants that require or will require sponsorship tied to a specific employer, such as, H, L, TN, F, J, E, O. As a global company, Caterpillar offers many job opportunities outside of the U. S which can be found through our employment website at /careers. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen. EEO/AA Employer. All qualified individuals - Including minorities, females, veterans and individuals with disabilities - are encouraged to apply. Not ready to apply? Join our Talent Community.

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