Caterpillar, Inc

Director of Funding

Caterpillar, Inc • $185K — $297K *
Nashville, TN 37211In-Person
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Less than 5 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field or equivalent experience.
  • Knowledge of relationship management techniques with clients, vendors, and peers.
  • Experience in managing, measuring, and monitoring asset and liability risks.
  • Proficiency in analyzing financial instruments and conducting related tasks.
  • Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP).

Responsibilities

  • Oversee regional funding in North America or Latin America, including management of debt securities.
  • Support regional line units with banking and account management needs through cash management team oversight.
  • Administer global interest rate and FX risk management systems, providing asset liability management recommendations.
  • Manage the global pricing function, setting cost of funds and evaluating transaction profitability.

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision benefits.
  • Paid time off plan, including vacation, holidays, and volunteer days.
  • 401(k) savings plans.
  • Career development opportunities.
  • Employee assistance program to support personal and work-related issues.
Full Job Description
Career Area:

Job Description:

Role Definition
  • Provide leadership to formulate, propose and implement interest rate risk, debt placement strategies, foreign exchange, and funding strategies for Caterpillar Financial Services Corporation (CFSC), manage CFSC pricing functions, manage global factoring programs for CFSC and support key processes in support of the corporate business plan.


Responsibilities
  • Oversees regional funding in either North America or Latin America, including the management and issuance of short and long-term debt securities, including commercial paper, medium-term notes, bank bilateral financing, and other capital solutions.
  • Oversees cash management team for North America, supports regional line units with banking and account management needs, and structures and administers intercompany funding.
  • Oversees the administration of the global interest rate and FX risk management systems and processes and provides asset liability management leadership and recommendations for regional line units.
  • Oversees global pricing function with responsibilities including the establishment of cost of funds, annual spread target setting, monthly reporting, and ROE evaluation of all transactions reviewed by Credit Committee.


Degree Requirement
  • Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related discipline, or equivalent professional experience.


Core Skills Required:
  • Relationship Management: Knowledge of relationship management techniques; ability to establish and maintain healthy working relationships with clients, vendors, and peers.
  • Staff and Career Development: Knowledge of available internal and external learning resources and ability to address learning, training, and career development needs of individuals, teams or organization.
  • Asset and Liability Management (ALM): Knowledge of asset and liability tools, techniques and business practices; ability to manage, measure, and monitor risks associated with assets and liabilities.
  • Financial Instruments: Knowledge of the concepts, types and applications of financial instruments; ability to perform analyses, management and other related tasks associated with financial service business.
  • Financial Markets: Knowledge of the products, types, competitors, customer base, major issues and regulatory considerations in the financial markets; ability to apply financial market knowledge to various business environments.
  • Financial Risk Management: Knowledge of tools, techniques, and strategies applied in financial risk management; ability to quantify, qualify, and manage financial risk.
  • Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP): Knowledge of the generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP); ability to apply GAAP appropriately within the organization.
  • Treasury Management: Knowledge of the principles and methods of managing treasury; ability to use tools, techniques and processes to maximize the value of an organization's financial assets and revenue while minimizing risk.


Top Candidates Will Bring:
  • Treasury & Capital Markets Leadership: Demonstrated expertise developing and executing funding strategies, including debt issuance, capital markets activities, commercial paper programs, bank financing, and long-term funding solutions that support business growth and profitability.
  • Asset Liability Management (ALM) Expertise: Deep understanding of balance sheet management, liquidity planning, and asset liability management principles, with the ability to optimize risk-adjusted returns and support strategic financial decision-making.
  • Interest Rate & Foreign Exchange Risk Management: Proven ability to identify, assess, and manage interest rate and foreign exchange exposures through effective risk management frameworks, hedging strategies, and derivative instruments.
  • Strategic Financial Leadership: Experience translating complex market dynamics into actionable business strategies, providing executive-level recommendations that align funding, pricing, and risk management decisions with organizational objectives.
  • Pricing & Profitability Management: Strong commercial acumen with experience establishing cost of funds methodologies, evaluating transaction profitability, managing spread performance, and supporting return on equity (ROE) objectives.
  • Global Funding & Liquidity Management: Track record of overseeing regional or global funding operations, cash management activities, banking relationships, and intercompany funding structures across multiple markets and currencies.
  • Executive Influence & Stakeholder Management: Exceptional ability to build trusted partnerships with senior leaders, banking partners, credit committees, and cross-functional teams to drive results and influence strategic outcomes.
  • People Leadership & Team Development: Proven success leading high-performing teams, developing talent, fostering collaboration, and creating an environment that supports continuous learning, accountability, and career growth.
  • Financial Markets Expertise: Comprehensive knowledge of economic trends, capital markets, funding environments, and emerging financial developments, with the ability to anticipate market impacts and proactively adjust strategy.
  • Analytical & Decision-Making Excellence: Strong quantitative and problem-solving skills with the ability to evaluate complex financial scenarios, assess risk, and make sound business decisions in a dynamic global environment.
  • Multilingual Communication: Fluent in English, Spanish, and Portuguese, with the ability to build strong relationships and communicate effectively across diverse international markets.


Additional information:
  • This position requires the successful candidate to work full time, 5 days per week in the Nashville main office.

Compensation & Benefits:

Summary Pay Range:

$185,808.00 - $297,300.00

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

This Job Description is intended as a general guide to the job duties for this position and is intended for the purpose of establishing the specific salary grade. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as an exhaustive summary of all responsibilities, duties and effort required of employees assigned to this job. At the discretion of management, this description may be changed at any time to address the evolving needs of the organization. It is expressly not intended to be a comprehensive list of "essential job functions" as that term is defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act.

This position requires working onsite five days a week.

Relocation is available for this position.

Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position.

Posting Dates:
August 6, 2026 - August 13, 2026

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About Caterpillar, Inc

Progress Rail Services Corporation, a Caterpillar company, is one of the largest integrated and diversified suppliers of railroad and transit system products and services worldwide. Since its acquisition by Caterpillar Inc. in 2006, Progress Rail has used the Caterpillar international footprint to gain quick and widespread notice and approval across the globe. Product technology, reliability and durability, along with legendary aftermarket parts and service support, have been their keys to success. Caterpillar is the world's leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, diesel and natural gas engines and industrial gas turbines. The technology and world reach of Caterpillar, combined with the service standard and historical reliability of Progress Rail, ensures their products and services make a growing impact on the world rail industry. With their acquisition of Electro-Motive Diesel (EMD), Progress Rail is the world's largest builder of diesel-electric locomotives for all commercial railroad applications including freight, intercity passenger, commuter, switching, industrial and mining. EMD is also a global provider of diesel power engines for marine propulsion, offshore and land based oil well drilling rigs and stationary power generation. Electro-Motive is the only diesel engine manufacturer of its size to have produced more than 70,000 engines. This success stems from product reliability, serviceability, load acceptance capability, low operating costs and ease of maintenance with standardized components.

Caterpillar, Inc. Careers

Join the robust team at Caterpillar, Inc., a global leader in construction and mining equipment, where innovation drives everything we do. As part of our team, you'll engage in work that improves the world and furthers your career with every project you touch.

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At Caterpillar, Inc., you will have the opportunity to contribute to a variety of groundbreaking projects that extend across the globe. Our commitment to leadership in the industry is unwavering, and we achieve it through a culture that fosters diversity and leadership development.

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Choosing a career at Caterpillar means more than just having a job. It means you're part of a team that values diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive environment. We offer competitive benefits to ensure the health and well-being of our employees and their families. These benefits include health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off, alongside unique perks like professional development and diversity training programs.

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Make a great first impression. Prepare for your interview at Caterpillar by reviewing common questions and practicing your responses. Tailor your resume to highlight the experiences and skills that make you the ideal candidate for the position you are applying for. At Caterpillar, Inc., every role offers the chance to make an impact. Come be a part of our team and drive the future of our global industries. Your career at Caterpillar is not just about what you'll accomplish, but how you'll grow and the innovation you'll lead. Join us and build a career that matters.
Learn more about Caterpillar, Inc
Size
107,700 employees
Market Cap
$125.3 billion
Industry
Manufacturing & Automotive
Net Income
$2.9 billion
Founded
1925
5 Year Trend
+5.8%
Revenue
$41.7 billion
NASDAQ
CAT
* Ladders Estimates

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