Caterpillar, Inc

Supply Chain Planning Engineer

Caterpillar, Inc$128K — $192K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5-7 years experience in supply chain or logistics roles
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Experience with project management methodologies
  • Proficiency in SAP systems, particularly order management
  • Knowledge of supply chain principles and measurement techniques

Responsibilities

  • Analyze business processes to identify improvement opportunities
  • Support customer service teams by resolving order-related issues
  • Conduct root cause analysis for fulfillment gaps
  • Manage incident tickets related to system issues
  • Collaborate with IT on order management enhancements
  • Contribute to system transformation by documenting functional requirements
  • Drive improvements in order management solutions and supply chain efficiency

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision benefits
  • Paid time off plan including vacation and holidays
  • 401(k) savings plan with company match
  • Health Savings Account (HSA) options
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Tuition Reimbursement for further education
  • Incentive bonus opportunities
  • Life Insurance and Disability benefits
Full Job Description
Career Area:
Supply Chain and Logistics

Job Description:

Our Product Support and Logistics Division (PSLD) is one of the most innovative divisions within Caterpillar. In PSLD, as within all of Caterpillar, our priority is our customers and helping them build a better world. We touch nearly every element of the services value stream. PSLD is responsible for Aftermarket Parts Distribution of Cat Parts, Integrated Logistics and Global Services supporting Caterpillar dealers and customers. Our teams work together in critical areas that leverage digital capabilities, technology and operational excellence.

As a Supply Chain Planning Engineer, you will be responsible for performing analysis to identify and develop business improvement opportunities and to evaluate return on investment (ROI) of the opportunity.

Additional Information:
  • This role is located in Morton IL and does not offer relocation.
  • This role is 1st shift, Monday - Friday.
  • This role is 100% on-site with no opportunity for hybrid or remote schedules
  • This role requires up to 5% domestic travel


What You Will Do:

  • Support global customer service teams and business partners by resolving dealer order issues and ensuring timely fulfillment aligned with requested ship dates


  • Analyze system behavior and order execution outcomes to determine root causes of fulfillment gaps and provide clear resolutions


  • Serve as a subject matter resource for order management processes, addressing inquiries from dealers and internal stakeholders


  • Manage system-related issues through incident tickets and drive continuous improvement by creating and supporting business council enhancements and fixes


  • Partner with IT to document functional requirements, support testing activities, and assist in implementing order management system enhancements


  • Contribute to system transformation initiatives by developing functional requirements (FRDs), supporting validation, and ensuring successful deployment of solutions


  • Support the ongoing improvement of order management solutions to enhance system performance, accuracy, and user experience


  • Identify, define, and implement improvements to order management and supply chain processes to enhance performance and efficiency


  • Establish effective partnerships and best practices with cross-functional teams and business partners to drive alignment and results


  • Analyze data and performance metrics to identify opportunities for improved service levels, inventory utilization, and cost efficiency


  • Incorporate industry benchmarks and best practices to optimize order management and supply chain solutions


What You Have (Basic Requirements):

  • Effectiveness Measurement: Knowledge of effective measurement techniques and ability to measure the quality and quantity of work effort for the purpose of improvement.


  • 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.
  • 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.


  • Project Management: Knowledge of effective project management strategies and tactics; ability to plan, organize, monitor, and control projects, ensuring efficient utilization of technical and administrative resources to achieve project objectives.


  • Supply Chain Management - MFG: Knowledge of functions, principles and techniques used in supply chain management; ability to develop and use, strategies, practices and tools for controlling the logistical processes.

What Will Set You Apart (Top Candidates Will Have):

  • Experience supporting SAP systems and system enhancements, particularly in order management or sourcing environments
  • Familiarity with SAP solutions such as SPP, GATP, SAP S/4HANA aATP, or APO Order Management
  • Experience contributing to system implementations or large-scale system transformation initiatives
  • Ability to partner with IT teams to translate business requirements into effective system solutions
  • Background in IT-adjacent roles bridging business and technical stakeholders


What You Will Get:

Through it all, we are one team - creating and delivering world-class components and solutions superior to the competition. Learn more about the Caterpillar Experience.

Summary Pay Range:

$128,470.00 - $192,710.00

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.

Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position.

Posting Dates:
June 18, 2026 - June 30, 2026

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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