Global Procurement Graduate

Career Area

Students and Graduates

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 dont 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.

Global Procurement

Peterborough

35,000 1 5 00 Sign on Bonus 10% Annual Bonus Share Scheme Pension and 25 days annual leave (plus bank holidays).

Caterpillar Inc. is the worlds leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment diesel and natural gas engines industrial gas turbines and diesel-electric locomotives. Since 1925 weve been driving sustainable progress and helping customers build a better world through innovative products and services. Throughout the product life cycle we offer services built on cutting-edge technology and decades of product expertise. These products and services backed by our global dealer network provide exceptional value to help our customers succeed.

We have a clear vision to be the global leader in providing customer value in the markets in which we operate. Our core values (Integrity Excellence Teamwork Commitment and Sustainability) are key to our success.

Energy and Transportation (E&T) Procurement provides Caterpillar with a sustainable competitive advantage by selecting managing developing and collaborating with a worldwide supply base. With over $5 Billion of annual material purchases across 40 Global facilities placing this spend with the very best external suppliers is vital to the performance of the organisation. Delivering the lowest total cost for the materials parts and services that our business needs is a vital element of Caterpillars strategy.

When we leverage our peoples experiences backgrounds and cultures in an inclusive environment we enable every individual to achieve their full potential which drives business success. We are proud to be active partners with both the Society of Women Engineers (SWE) & Womens Engineering Society (WES). We also have numerous well supported employee resource groups. Caterpillar is an equal opportunity employer and we welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds.

During this two-year rotational training programme you will be given the opportunity to experience different aspects of procurement designed to provide you with an excellent foundation in the function.

• Facility Supply supporting supply chain and quality departments to improve supplier performance
• Product Supply supporting New Product Introduction programmes
• Category Purchasing supplier relationship and performance management of engine component suppliers covering multiple Caterpillar facilities
• Cost Centre of Excellence development of data analytics to support optimised product cost
• Aftermarket Procurement supporting the aftermarket with operational and tactical sourcing activities

In each rotation you will face a wide variety of challenges and have responsibility for either NPI (new product introduction) programs or managing supplier accounts as you will work closely with the extended global procurement teams engage and visit global suppliers and directly contribute to Caterpillars success.

You will also be given the opportunity to further enhance your knowledge through studying towards a professional qualification with the Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply (CIPS).

After successful completion of the rotational programme you will be promoted into a Category or Product buyer position directly managing your own portfolio of spend and suppliers. We will provide you the training and support you need to be successful at Caterpillar.

We’re looking for people who can show us a highly participative working style and who thrive in a team of…