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Supply Chain Planning Engineer

Job in Irving, Dallas County, Texas, 75084, USA
Listing for: Caterpillar Inc.
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-03-08
Job specializations:
  • Supply Chain/Logistics
    Logistics Coordination, Inventory Control & Analysis, Procurement / Purchasing, Supply Chain Manager
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 60000 - 80000 USD Yearly USD 60000.00 80000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below

Career Area

Supply Chain and Logistics

Job Summary

We are seeking a data-driven Supply Chain Analyst / Supply Chain Improvement Specialist who is passionate about identifying opportunities, solving complex problems, and delivering measurable business impact. In this role, you will analyze end-to-end supply chain performance, uncover improvement opportunities, and evaluate return on investment (ROI) while partnering closely with cross‑functional and external stakeholders to drive sustainable results.

What Skills You Will Have
  • Apply Right Part Right Time (RPRT) and velocity‑based methodologies to identify and resolve supply chain defects impacting flow, service, and cost.
  • Analyze large and complex datasets to uncover critical supply chain gaps, lead root cause investigations, and implement permanent corrective actions.
  • Lead and support projects focused on integrated supply chain solutions, performance optimization, and continuous improvement.
  • Build strong internal and external partnerships to identify opportunities, share best practices, and improve supply chain outcomes.
  • Establish and govern effective linkages with business partners, suppliers, and internal functions to ensure alignment and execution.
  • Research and recommend industry benchmarks, metrics, and best practices to support optimized supply chains across suppliers and product portfolios.
  • Provide Assurance of Supply (AOS) support across the Integrated Components Division to ensure continuity, resiliency, and customer satisfaction.
Education Requirement
  • Candidates should possess a Bachelors degree, preferably in Supply Chain or Engineering, or demonstrate equivalent knowledge through professional expertise.
Supply Chain Management
  • End‑to‑end Supply Chain Management (SCM) experience, including post‑factory shipment execution.
  • Experience leading cross‑functional teams to deliver supply chain improvements.
  • Supply chain risk identification, mitigation, and continuity planning.
  • Inventory management and optimization across dealers, distribution centers (PDCs), and manufacturing.
  • Experience with inventory visibility, demand signals, order management, and dealer sales analysis.
  • Supply chain conformance management using targets, KPIs, and service‑level metrics (OTIF, fill rate, cycle time).
  • Participation in supply chain network design or redesign initiatives.
  • Process integration with suppliers and business partners.
Cross‑Team Integration
  • Lead cross‑functional collaboration across supply chain, manufacturing, engineering, product, logistics, and dealer networks to align objectives and execution.
  • Drive end‑to‑end supply chain integration by connecting upstream suppliers with downstream distribution and dealer operations.
  • Partner with internal stakeholders and external business partners to ensure process alignment, data consistency, and execution readiness.
  • Establish and govern operating rhythms, communication cadences, and escalation paths across teams.
  • Enable seamless process integration through shared KPIs, conformance targets, and performance reviews.
  • Translate functional requirements into integrated solutions that support velocity, assurance of supply, and service‑level performance.
Decision Making And Critical Thinking
  • Apply data‑driven decision making to evaluate supply chain trade‑offs, risks, and ROI.
  • Analyze complex datasets to identify trends, constraints, and root causes impacting supply chain performance.
  • Utilize critical thinking and structured problem‑solving methodologies (e.g., 5 Whys, Fishbone, FMEA) to develop corrective actions.
  • Quantify and communicate benefits, risks, and financial impact of alternative supply chain strategies.
  • Make informed recommendations based on business priorities, operational constraints, and customer impact.
  • Exercise sound judgment when balancing short‑term tactical needs with long‑term strategic objectives.
Project Management
  • Lead and support supply chain improvement projects from initiation through implementation and sustainment.
  • Define project scope, objectives, timelines, dependencies, and success metrics.
  • Coordinate cross‑functional project teams to ensure on‑time delivery and alignment with business goals.
  • Track project milestones,…
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