Career Area:Procurement
Job Description:Purchasing Specialist - Manufacturing FacilityLocation: Saint Francis, Wisconsin
Relocation: Assistance is Available
Work Authorization Sponsorship: Not Available
Travel: Up to 10%
Job SummaryIn this
Purchasing Specialist role, you will play a critical part in supporting production by managing the procurement of high-value, low-volume components that serve as the backbone of our machines, including parts that can exceed $1M+ in value. This role drives material flow from source to dock through strong supplier coordination and data-driven decisions, with a focus on improving responsiveness, cost, quality, and continuity of supply.
It's an ideal role for a procurement professional who enjoys solving operational challenges, working cross-functionally, and partnering closely with suppliers while maintaining a high level of accuracy, accountability, and strategic oversight.
Key Responsibilities:- Support a lean, responsive, and resilient flow of materials and services for the facility from source to dock and other required delivery points.
- Help identify opportunities for cost reduction, inventory optimization, and quality improvement while applying sound business judgment and risk awareness.
- Operate and monitor supply network procurement activities to help meet response time, cost, quality, and lean performance targets that support efficient facility operations.
- Partner with internal stakeholders and suppliers to resolve facility-specific supplier issues quickly and effectively.
- Use process management tools to map workflows, identify bottlenecks, and improve procurement-related business processes.
- Apply data-driven decision-making to organize relevant information, evaluate options, and support operational and supply decisions.
- Coordinate with logistics and planning teams to support delivery timing, material availability, and continuity of supply.
Required Skills:Process Management: Knowledge of business process improvement tools and techniques; ability to understand, monitor, update, control, or enhance existing business or work processes.
Data-driven Decision Making: Knowledge of the data-driven decision-making process and associated tools and techniques; ability to gather and analyze data to make organizational decisions that align with strategic business objectives and goals.
Analytical Thinking: Knowledge of techniques and tools that promote effective analysis; ability to determine the root cause of organizational problems and create alternative solutions that resolve these problems.
Supplier Management - MFG: Knowledge of processes and methods to effectively manage business relationships and transactions with suppliers of raw materials or product components; ability to apply related knowledge, experience and skills into real practice.
Top Candidates Will Have:- Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Procurement, Business, Engineering, Industrial Tech, or related field preferred.
- Experience with ERP / MRP systems such as SAP or a similar enterprise procurement platform.
- Experience supporting procurement or supplier performance in a large manufacturing plant, heavy industrial environment, or complex facility operation.
- Experience managing large-scale purchasing orders in a low-volume, high-value environment where accuracy is critical.
Summary Pay Range:$97,530.00 - $146,290.00
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:July 16, 2026 - July 26, 2026
Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen.
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