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Caterpillar Inc.

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Caterpillar Inc.

. Own sourcing for connectors and semiconductors .

Posted 11/2/2026full-timeUnited StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $112,710 - $169,060 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in strategic sourcing, procurement, and supplier relationship management, with a strong focus on cost reduction, quality improvement, and data analytics. Proficient in applying QCLDM principles and effectively communicating with stakeholders to drive business performance.

Highest-signal resume keywords
Strategic SourcingData AnalyticsSupplier Relationship ManagementNegotiation SkillsQuality, Cost, Logistics, Development, and Management (QCLDM)

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Hard Skills
Strategic SourcingData AnalyticsNegotiationPurchasingSupplier Performance DocumentationCost ReductionInventory ManagementRisk AssessmentBusiness Proposal PreparationCategory Strategy Development
Soft Skills
Effective CommunicationInterpersonal Relationships
Certifications & Qualifications
Degree or Equivalent ExperienceSuccessful Completion of Drug Screen
Industry Keywords
ConnectorsSemiconductorsSupply Network ExpertiseElectrical and Electronics

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Own sourcing for connectors and semiconductors
  • Develop, manage, and execute category strategy, including policies, agreements, source catalogs, and special procurement programs
  • Identify opportunities for cost decreases, inventory reductions, and quality improvement
  • Prepare sound business proposals and conduct risk assessments
  • Liaise between the organization and suppliers to communicate information explicitly while considering production demands and supplier conditions
  • Document supplier performance regarding timeliness and production
  • Maintain strong supplier relationships
  • Manage expectations across organizational verticals for an enterprise category
  • Advise stakeholders on financial, performance, and operational data used in business analytics
  • Direct implementation of business data collection processes and educate junior employees on new data sources
  • Conduct and support strategic sourcing, procurement, negotiation, and purchasing activities

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • Degree or equivalent experience desired
  • Experience applying Quality, Cost, Logistics, Development, and Management (QCLDM) principles
  • Supply network expertise
  • Data analytics knowledge and extensive experience
  • Effective communications knowledge and extensive experience
  • Interpersonal relationships knowledge and working knowledge
  • Negotiating knowledge and extensive experience
  • Purchasing tasks and activities knowledge and working knowledge
  • Strategic sourcing knowledge and working knowledge
  • Ability to manage sourcing for connectors and semiconductors
  • Prior experience in electrical and electronics preferred but not required
  • Successful completion of a drug screen required for employment

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • 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