Category Buyer

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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.

About the Role

Provides supply network solutions expertise, using Quality, Cost, Logistics, Development, and Management (QCLDM) to deliver maximum value.

What You Will Do

• Developing, managing and executing the category strategy managing policies, agreements, source catalogs, and special procurement programs.
• Recognizing the potential for cost decreases, inventory reductions and quality improvement, as well as responsibility for soundness of business proposals and risk assessment.
• Acting as the liaison between the organization and the supplier to communicate information explicitly, while considering production demands and suppliers' conditions.
• Documenting the suppliers' performance on time sensitiveness and production; maintains a strong relationship with suppliers.

Degree Requirement:

Engineer or bachelor’s degree ​related to the field.

Intermediate-Advanced English speaking level.

What You Have – Skills and Experiences

Negotiating

• Strong Persuasion and Influence Abilities
• Analytical Thinking and Preparation
• Adaptability and Problem Solving

Strategic Sourcing

• Market and Supplier Analysis
• Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) Mindset
• Strategic Planning.

Supplier Relationship Management.

• Collaboration and Partnership Building
• Performance Monitoring and Accountability
• Communication and Conflict Resolution

Top Candidates Will Have

• Professional certification in Purchasing and/or Inventory Management preferred, e.g., Certified Purchasing Manager (C.P.M.), Certified in Production and Inventory management (CPIM) and Certified in Integration Resource Management (CIRM), or comparable international certification.
• Office Packages and Advanced Excel

• Experience is preferred in purchasing, logistics, manufacturing, and/or engineering. Functional leadership.

• Capable of leading teams, suppliers and customers to effective solutions.

Additional Information

Location is in Santa Catarina.

Availability to travel: 25% international & domestic. VISA required.

Domestic relocation is available.

Final details

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Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply

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