Supply Chain Planning Engineer

Career Area:

Supply Chain and Logistics

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 is seeking a Supply Chain Planning Engineer in Waco, TX. In this role, you are responsible for efforts to develop, test, and implement the Plan for Every Part supporting NPI (New Product Introduction) and continuous improvement efforts in incorporating supply chain performance levels for inventory reduction, increased inventory turns and improved order-to-delivery results while also gaining agreement across multi-functional teams through the end-to-end Supply Chain.

What you can look forward to in this role:

• Gathering and analyzing part, supplier, and flow characteristics which develops the Plan for Every Part (PFEP) for the facility for each part number for new product introduction
• Work with cross functional team and suppliers to develop value stream maps, returnable loops sizes, assistance and support in business cases/total cost of ownership analysis for packaging projects, vendor managed inventory, and/or tracking and development of packaging budget, and working with suppliers on packaging form documentation
• Working effectively with diverse, multi-functional teams to apply the supply chain planning process and leading team efforts to develop lean material flow plans which may include implementing changes to layout, packaging design, and material presentation for all material coming into the facility
• Performing work to achieve supply chain performance targets focused on inventory reduction, increased inventory turns, and improved order-to-delivery results
• Support analysis, investigation, and root cause and corrective action for PFEP related issues
• Leading the work of Supply Chain Planning Analyst in the documentation of this data into the Plan for Every Part tools and ensure accuracy of the data
• Performing physical, tactical work to reduce / eliminate supply chain constraints at both the facility and/or value stream level, working with a cross-functional team of personnel

A successful candidate in this role will showcase their skills in:

• Analytical Thinking: Knowledge of techniques and tools that promote effective analysis; ability to determine the root cause of organizational problems and create alternative solutions that resolve these problems.
• Decision Making and Critical Thinking: Knowledge of the decision-making process and associated tools and techniques; ability to accurately analyze situations and reach productive decisions based on informed judgment.
• Problem Solving: Knowledge of approaches, tools, techniques for recognizing, anticipating, and resolving organizational, operational or process problems; ability to apply knowledge of problem solving appropriately to diverse situations.
• Supply Chain Management - MFG: Knowledge of functions, principles and techniques used in supply chain management; ability to develop and use, strategies, practices and tools for controlling the logistical processes.

Top Candidates for this position may also have:

• College or university degree, preferably in Supply Chain and/or Logistics Management or Industrial Engineering
• Must possess leadership skills to effectively lead supply chain improvements
• Experience in SAP
• Previous Work Tools Experience
• Thorough understanding of company policies and procedures and solid product knowledge
• A background in Supply Chain, Manufacturing / Operations, Manufacturing Engineering, Inventory Management, Material Requirements Planning, Demand Management and/or Logistics
• Certification in APICS CPIM, CSCP, CLTD, or CTSC

Additional Information:

The primary location for this position is Waco, TX.

Domestic relocation assistance is available

Sponsorship is not available

Summary Pay Range:

$95,640.00 - $143,520.00

Compensation and benefits offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, job level, market location, job-related knowledge, skills, individual performance and experience. Please note that salary is only one component of total compensation at Caterpillar.

Benefits:

Subject to plan eligibility, terms, and guidelines. This is a summary list of 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

* These benefits also apply to part-time employees

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 www.caterpillar.com/careers.

Posting Dates:

August 15, 2025 - August 28, 2025

Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen.

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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