Caterpillar Inc. · 3 weeks ago
Category Buyer
Mossville, IL
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$111K/yr - $166K/yrCaterpillar Inc. is a global team dedicated to creating stronger, more sustainable communities. The Category Buyer is responsible for providing supply network solutions expertise, managing supplier relationships, and executing category strategies within the Hydraulics supply base.
ConstructionMachinery ManufacturingManufacturingMechanical Engineering
No H1B
Responsibilities
Developing, managing and executing the Hydraulics category strategy managing policies, agreements, source catalogs, and special procurement programs
Recognizing the potential for cost decreases, inventory reductions and quality improvement, as well as responsibility for soundness of business proposals and risk assessment
Acting as the liaison between the organization and the supplier to communicate information explicitly, while considering production demands and suppliers' conditions
Documenting the suppliers' performance on time sensitiveness and production; maintains a strong relationship with suppliers
Qualification
Required
Degree or equivalent experience desired
Knowledge of data inspection, cleansing, transformation, and modeling to uncover insights, support decisions, and assess risks
Ability to convey and interpret ideas clearly using appropriate behaviors
Ability to collaborate effectively with diverse individuals and groups
Skill in achieving collaborative, win-win outcomes
Knowledge of contract policies and processes for compliance and administration
Knowledge of procurement policies and processes
Ability to maintain strong, compliant supplier partnerships
Knowledge of sourcing methods and continuous improvement
Preferred
Hydraulics component and system experience
Procurement experience as category buyer
Supply chain / logistics experience
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.
For 100 years, we’ve been helping customers build a better, more sustainable world.
Founded in 1925
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$3.51BKey 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
George Moubayed
Chief Sustainability and Strategy Officer / Senior Vice President Enterprise Strategy Division
E
Eric Sporre
Vice President & Global Chief Information Security Officer (CISO)
Recent News
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