Manager, Transportation

Manager, Transportation

Location:

Morton, IL (United States)

Required Travel: 20% (Domestic/International)

US Work Authorization Sponsorship Offered:
None

Relocation Assistance Offered:
None

Job Type: Full-time

Seniority Level: Not Applicable

Supply Chain and Logistics

The Manager, Transportation for Caterpillar's Equipment Processing Centers (EPCs) will lead a global team and develop, implement, and run supply and inventory operations across the global EPC network. Responsibilities include managing relationships with suppliers, ensuring adequate product supply, establishing best practices, analyzing supply‑chain trends, maintaining inventory accuracy, and shaping future supply strategy.

• Develop, implement, and manage complex supply‑chain streams.
• Manage relationships and processes with internal and external suppliers to ensure adequate product supply to meet inventory strategies and enable Finish‑to‑Order, Merge‑in‑Transit operations and work‑tools distribution.
• Establish effective linkages, partnerships, and best practices with clients, business partners and internal functions.
• Perform analysis of supply‑chain trends, production schedules, forecasts, on‑time delivery, and inventory strategies and recommend improvements.
• Manage inventory accuracy across all EPC locations, including cycle count and annual counts.
• Help shape the future of the EPC supply strategy based on PSLD capabilities, growth and efficiency targets.
• Other duties as assigned by Caterpillar management from time‑to‑time.

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering, Business Administration, Supply Chain, or equivalent experience.
• Knowledge of continuous transformation, transportation, logistics management, problem solving, analytical thinking, decision‑making, process management, and relationship management.

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits*
• Paid time off plan (Vacation, Holidays, Volunteer, etc.)*
• 401(k) savings plans*
• Health Savings Account (HSA)*
• Flex 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

Pay Range: $ - $ (subject to market location and individual factors). Salary is one component of total compensation. Benefits subject to plan eligibility, terms, and guidelines.

This position requires working onsite five days a week.

Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position. Caterpillar is not currently hiring foreign national applicants that require sponsorship.

Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities. Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply.

Posting Dates:
January 8, 2026 - January 21, 2026

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

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