Caterpillar, Inc

Lead Digital Connectivity Program Manager

Caterpillar, Inc$147K — $221K *
Telecommunications & Hardware
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5-7 years of experience in a leadership role within commercial connectivity initiatives or related fields.
  • Proven knowledge in tactical and strategic planning techniques for business operations.
  • Strong critical thinking and decision-making skills with experience in using analytical tools.
  • Familiarity with data gathering and reporting processes, specific to the application of business data.
  • Experience in implementing software applications within an organization.

Responsibilities

  • Lead initiatives to enhance Commercial Aftermarket Connectivity that align with Enterprise Services Growth strategy.
  • Direct and motivate team members while collaborating with Technical, Commercial, and Supply Chain teams.
  • Oversee program management, developing schedules and contingency plans for potential risks.
  • Evaluate deliverables to ensure compliance with program expectations and quality standards.
  • Monitor program results and address any significant deviations in performance.

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision benefits
  • Paid time off plan including vacation, holidays, and volunteer opportunities
  • 401(k) savings plans with potential employer matching
  • Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
  • Employee Assistance Program and various lifestyle health programs
  • Tuition reimbursement offered to support ongoing education
  • Incentive bonuses based on performance and additional life insurance options
  • Parental and adoption leave to support family needs
Full Job Description
Career Area:
Technology, Digital and Data

Job Description:

Lead Commercial Aftermarket Connectivity initiatives that enable Enterprise Services Growth strategy by capturing data, generating insights, developing go to market strategies and offering a wide range of customer-focused solutions through our tools and applications. Caterpillar's sensor-to-screen technologies put valuable information from equipment into the hands of the users.

What You Will Do:
  • Lead Commercial Aftermarket Connectivity initiatives aligned with Connectivity NPI, including overseeing program responsibilities and schedules. Develop contingency plans for potential risks.
  • Directing and motivating team members. Partner with Technical, Commercial, Supply Chain, and field team members to successfully launch and scale Connectivity solutions.
  • Evaluating and managing deliverables to meet overall program expectations
  • Monitoring program results for significant deviations. Ensuring adherence to quality standards and processes.


What You Will Have:
  • Planning: Tactical, Strategic: Knowledge of effective planning techniques and ability to contribute to operational (short term), tactical and strategic planning in support of the overall business plan.
  • 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.
  • Data Gathering and Reporting: Knowledge of tools, techniques and processes for gathering and reporting data; ability to practice them in a particular department or division of a company.
  • Implementation: Knowledge of how to run applications for organizations; ability to implement application software within an organization and help end-users perform specific tasks (ex: accounting or graphic design).


Top Candidates Will Have:
  • NPI / NTI Leadership experience
  • CAT Equipment Management/Connectivity experience
  • Dealer Connectivity Rep experience
  • Marketing / Industry Trade Show experience


Additional Details:
  • This position requires the candidate to work full-time at the Mossville, IL and Irving, Texas office.
  • Domestic relocation assistance is available for this position.
  • Visa sponsorship is NOT available with this position


Summary Pay Range:

$147,760.00 - $221,640.00

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

Posting Dates:

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

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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.

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Learn more about Caterpillar, Inc
Size
107,700 employees
Market Cap
$125.3 billion
Industry
Net Income
$2.9 billion
Founded
1925
5 Year Trend
+5.8%
Revenue
$41.7 billion
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