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Caterpillar Inc.

Senior Aftermarket Inventory Strategy Analyst

Caterpillar Inc.

. Partner with Caterpillar dealers and internal stakeholders to develop and implement inventory strategies .

Posted 10/14/2026full-timeUnited StatesSenior💰 $97,530 - $146,290 per yearWebsite

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Demonstrates expertise in inventory management and optimization strategies, leveraging advanced analytical skills and data-driven decision-making to enhance operational performance and drive measurable results. Proven ability to lead cross-functional projects and mentor teams while building strong relationships with stakeholders.

Highest-signal resume keywords
Inventory ManagementSupply Chain AnalyticsAdvanced Analytical SkillsSQLPower BI

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Hard Skills
Inventory OptimizationDemand PlanningLogisticsData AnalysisBusiness Improvement Initiatives
Soft Skills
Consultative Decision-MakingCommunicationMentorshipRelationship BuildingProblem-Solving
Tools & Technologies
SnowflakeSASExcel
Industry Keywords
Supply ChainOperational PerformanceBusiness AcumenCross-Functional ProjectsContinuous Improvement

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies
SQL

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Partner with Caterpillar dealers and internal stakeholders to develop and implement inventory strategies
  • Advise assigned dealers on inventory performance, customer availability, and business results
  • Design and implement inventory optimization strategies balancing service levels, inventory investment, demand, and operational performance
  • Lead complex inventory improvement initiatives from analysis through execution
  • Analyze inventory, operational, and business performance data to identify trends and root causes
  • Develop data-driven recommendations for strategic decision-making
  • Conduct executive-level business reviews with dealers and internal stakeholders
  • Lead corrective action plans addressing inventory performance gaps
  • Provide consultation, training, and mentorship on inventory management practices and planning tools
  • Serve as a subject matter expert on inventory management, optimization strategies, and dealer operations
  • Lead cross-functional projects and continuous improvement initiatives
  • Translate complex analytical findings into actionable recommendations
  • Drive standardization and process improvements through best practices, reporting, governance, training, and scalable solutions
  • Resolve complex inventory, system, and operational challenges
  • Build trusted relationships with dealers and internal stakeholders

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Engineering, or a related field
  • 5+ years of experience in inventory management, supply chain analytics, logistics, demand planning, or a related field
  • Proven success leading complex inventory, supply chain, or business improvement initiatives and delivering measurable results
  • Advanced analytical skills with experience using SQL, Snowflake, SAS, Power BI, and Excel
  • Ability to identify root causes, validate data, and translate insights into actionable business recommendations
  • Experience influencing customers, dealers, stakeholders, and leadership through consultative, data-driven decision-making
  • Strong business acumen to evaluate operational, financial, and customer impacts
  • Experience leading cross-functional projects and delivering results without direct authority
  • Ability to communicate complex concepts to operational teams, dealers, senior leaders, and executives
  • Experience mentoring others and serving as a subject matter expert
  • Ability to work independently, navigate ambiguity, manage competing priorities, and drive initiatives through implementation
  • Ability to work onsite five days a week
  • Up to 10% domestic travel
  • Visa sponsorship is not available

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