Inventory Analyst

Career Area:

Supply Chain and LogisticsJob Description:

Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc.

When you join Caterpillar, you're joining a global team who cares not just about the work we do – but also about each other. We are the makers, problem solvers, and future world builders who are creating stronger, more sustainable communities. We don't just talk about progress and innovation here – we make it happen, with our customers, where we work and live. Together, we are building a better world, so we can all enjoy living in it.

What You Will Do:

• Collaborate cross-functionally to support initiatives to implement Eastern Hemisphere supply sources and manufacturing capabilities.
• Utilizing Infor SyteLine (ERP system) and Celonis (Inventory Management application) to analyze and manage inventory performance, including optimal stock levels, safety stock parameters, forward forecast settings based on sales inputs, inventory turns, and excess and obsolete inventory, along with corresponding action plans.
• Develop and implement inventory strategies to optimize working capital while ensuring material availability to support business requirements.
• Monitor and report on key financial and operational metrics, including inventory value (USD), inventory turns, and cost reduction/improvement initiatives.
• Support inventory planning and replenishment processes to align supply with demand forecasts and business priorities.
• Identify opportunities for cost savings through inventory optimization, logistics improvements, and process enhancements.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with supply chain, procurement, operations, and finance teams to drive alignment on inventory targets and performance.
• Maintain accurate inventory data and ensure compliance with internal controls, audit requirements, and company policies.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives, including system enhancements, reporting automation, and process standardization.
• Provide regular updates and insights to management on inventory health, risks, and improvement actions.
• Perform other duties as assigned by Caterpillar management from time to time.

What Will Put You Ahead:

• Infor SyteLine (ERP system) knowledge and prior application is a must.
• Celonis (Inventory Management application) knowledge and prior application is a plus.
• Degree or equivalent experience desired.
• At least 6 years of relevant experience.
• Exposure to procurement and/or sourcing is a plus.
• Exposure to warehouse management and logistics is a plus.

Skills You Must Have:

Inventory Management - MFG: Knowledge of processes and methods of inventory management; ability to effectively manage local or distributed inventories of raw materials, work-in-progress and finished goods.

Level Basic Understanding:

• Identifies basic tools and approaches for inventory management.
• Describes basic functions and reports needed for inventory management.
• Cites examples of seasonal considerations and adjustments to planned versus actual inventory.
• Describes basic benchmarks for inventory management.

Problem Solving: Knowledge of approaches, tools, techniques for recognizing, anticipating, and resolving organizational, operational or process problems; ability to apply knowledge of problem solving appropriately to diverse situations.

Level Working Knowledge:

• Identifies and documents specific problems and resolution alternatives.
• Examines a specific problem and understands the perspective of each involved stakeholder.
• Develops alternative techniques for assessing accuracy and relevance of information.
• Helps to analyze risks and benefits of alternative approaches and obtain decision on resolution.
• Uses fact-finding techniques and diagnostic tools to identify problems.

Effective Communications: Understanding of effective communication concepts, tools and techniques; ability to effectively transmit, receive, and accurately in