2026 Leadership & Technical Development Program - Supply Chain Management jobs in United States
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Caterpillar Inc. · 4 months ago

2026 Leadership & Technical Development Program - Supply Chain Management

Caterpillar Inc. is a global leader in manufacturing, and they are seeking candidates for their Leadership and Technical Development Program in Supply Chain Management. This three-year rotational program is designed for entry-level talent to build foundational technical and leadership skills while managing supply chain functions across diverse projects and locations.

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Responsibilities

Complete three 12-month rotations based on business needs
Be willing to travel and relocate to any participating facility in North America upon hire and throughout each rotation
Join a team with diverse project responsibilities including Supply Chain, Logistics, Planning, Demand, & Orders, Transportation & Packaging, Front-Line Leadership, and Quality

Qualification

Supply Chain ManagementLogisticsDecision MakingProblem SolvingLeadershipCommunication SkillsProject ManagementAdaptabilityInterpersonal Skills

Required

Completed degree from a university/college by the start of the program in Business/Supply Chain Management, Engineering Management, Industrial Engineering, Logistics, or other relevant Supply Chain degrees
Minimum cumulative Grade Point Average of 2.8/4.0 (no rounding)
Must be willing to relocate domestically based upon business need for each rotation and for post-program assignment
Decision making and critical thinking, problem solving, initiative, and adaptability
Leading and developing others
Ability to work with others of diverse cultures, interpersonal styles, and abilities in a constructive and collaborative manner
Fundamental understanding of supply chain management, demand management, and inventory management
Organize and manage multiple projects simultaneously, ability to quickly gain and effectively apply new skills & knowledge
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Participate in and build on our inclusive, constructive, and productive work environment
Ensure all team member's contributions are recognized and valued

Preferred

0-2 years of relevant manufacturing or supply chain/logistics experience, which may include internships or academic projects
Project or Team Leadership experience
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Ideal for those building foundational skills in manufacturing & supply chain, generally within the first 0-2 years of their career

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

Company

Caterpillar Inc.

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For 100 years, we’ve been helping customers build a better, more sustainable world.

Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
$3.51B
Key Investors
US Department of EnergyAdvanced Propulsion Centre UK
2025-08-28Post Ipo Debt· $3.5B
2024-10-31Grant· $5.04M
2019-06-23Grant

Leadership Team

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George Moubayed
Chief Sustainability and Strategy Officer / Senior Vice President Enterprise Strategy Division
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Eric Sporre
Vice President & Global Chief Information Security Officer (CISO)
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