Caterpillar, Inc

Sr. Manager Information Technology

Caterpillar, Inc$172K — $258K *
Information Technology
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 8+ years of experience leading complex business and technology initiatives.
  • Proven program management experience across multiple business units and technology teams.
  • Ability to lead planning, execution, and deployment activities at enterprise scale.
  • Knowledge of Agile and enterprise governance practices.
  • Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, Computer Science, or related field; advanced degree preferred.
  • PMP, PgMP, SAFe, Agile, or equivalent certifications preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Deliver tangible business value through aligned technology solutions.
  • Provide thought leadership to solve business challenges proactively.
  • Manage operational stability, health, and availability of technology solutions.
  • Protect the business against cyber, risk, and compliance issues.
  • Prioritize resources to achieve strategic business outcomes.

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision benefits*
  • Paid time off plan including vacation and holidays*
  • 401(k) savings plans*
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)*
  • Employee Assistance Program*
  • Career Development opportunities*
  • Incentive bonuses*
  • Life Insurance and Disability benefits*
  • Parental leave and Adoption benefits*
  • Tuition Reimbursement*
Full Job Description

Career Area:

Technology, Digital and Data

Job Description:

Join Caterpillar IT’s Modern Manufacturing Digital Platform team to lead a group delivering scalable digital capabilities that support the Modern Manufacturing Transformation. This technology portfolio includes advanced generative AI solutions such as digital twins, digital assistants, and other innovative capabilities. In this role, you will help shape cutting-edge solutions that redefine how manufacturing and supply chain operations engage with technology through AI-driven experiences.

What You Will Do:

  • Delivers tangible business value through technology solutions that are aligned to the business strategy and priorities.

  • Provides thought leadership to proactively solve business challenges and issues.

  • Manages operational stability, health, and availability of technology solutions.

  • Protects the business and brands across cyber, risk, and compliance requirements.

  • Prioritizes resources to achieve strategic business outcomes.

What You Have:

Leadership & Delivery

•             End-to-end program and portfolio delivery management

•             Strategic planning and execution

•             Cross-functional team leadership

•             Executive stakeholder management

•             Decision-making and conflict resolution

Business & Product Management

•             Demand intake and portfolio prioritization

•             Business case development

•             Value realization and benefits tracking

•             Product and service lifecycle management

•             Customer and business relationship management

Execution & Operations

•             Program and project management

•             Agile, Scrum, and hybrid delivery methodologies

•             Dependency and release management

•             Risk, issue, and escalation management

•             Financial and budget management

Technical & Enterprise Skills

•             Enterprise application delivery

•             Digital product development

•             Enterprise architecture alignment

•             Data-driven decision making

•             SDLC, DevOps, and platform delivery practices

Communication & Influence

•             Executive communications and presentations

•             Negotiation and influence without authority

•             Change management and organizational alignment

•             Facilitation and governance leadership

•             Strong written and verbal communication skills

Top Candidates Will Also Have:

  • 8+ years of experience leading complex business and technology initiatives.

  • Proven experience managing programs across multiple business units and technology teams.

  • Demonstrated ability to lead intake, planning, execution, and deployment activities at enterprise scale. Excellent communication, leadership, risk management, and problem-solving skills.

  • Knowledge of Agile, product delivery, and enterprise governance practices.

  • Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, Computer Science, or related field; advanced degree preferred.

  • PMP, PgMP, SAFe, Agile, or equivalent certifications preferred.

Additional Info:

  • The ideal location for this role is East Peoria-IL, Irving-TX

Summary Pay Range:

$172,630.00 - $258,950.00

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 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 10, 2026 - August 19, 2026

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

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.

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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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