Caterpillar Inc. · 1 week ago
Lead Product Owner
Mossville, IL
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$126K/yr - $205K/yrCaterpillar Inc. is a global team focused on innovation and building sustainable communities. The Lead Product Owner will drive the strategy and delivery of digital solutions for Demand Planning and Reporting, shaping the digital vision for accurate forecasting and data-driven decision-making.
ConstructionMachinery ManufacturingManufacturingMechanical Engineering
No H1B
Responsibilities
Own and manage the product backlog, set priorities, and communicate delivery timelines
Translate business needs into clear, actionable requirements for technical teams
Coordinate User Acceptance Testing with process owners and end users
Establish and oversee Service Level Agreements and ensure compliance
Develop and manage the annual digital product budget
Partner with process teams to deliver end‑user training
Work closely with the Digital Customer Support Manager to strengthen IT Service Management processes
Provide direction to a Scrum Master to support product enhancement delivery
Champion a quality‑first approach by ensuring products are designed, built, and tested to meet high standards of reliability, performance, and user experience
Align digital capabilities with SPPD’s strategic objectives and enterprise planning needs
Identify opportunities to enhance forecasting accuracy, reporting efficiency, and analytical insights
Qualification
Required
Experience and knowledge of developing and deploying software solutions. Ability to manage software solutions from concept to maturity
Knowledge of business analysis and the set of tasks, techniques and tools required to identify business needs; ability to recommend solutions that deliver value to stakeholders
Knowledge of the decision-making process and associated tools and techniques; ability to accurately analyze situations and reach productive decisions based on informed judgment
Understanding of effective communication concepts, tools and techniques; ability to effectively transmit, receive, and accurately interpret ideas, information, and needs through the application of appropriate communication behaviors
Extensive knowledge of UAT activities, tasks, tools and techniques; ability to design, implement and evaluate acceptance tests for end-users
Deep understanding of the business operations and lifecycle of a software product, including the ability to manage the installed user base, monitor current usage patterns, plan future enhancements, and shape the overall product vision
Preferred
A Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Data Analytics, Supply Chain, Engineering, Finance, Business Administration, Statistics, or a related discipline
Hands‑on experience working in Agile/Scrum environments
Familiarity with Sales & Operations Planning fundamentals and core supply chain concepts, processes, and methodologies
Proven leadership in cross‑functional settings, including coordinating development activities, managing dependencies, and mitigating risks to ensure successful product delivery
Strong stakeholder management capabilities paired with excellent communication skills
Exceptional interpersonal skills and a collaborative working style
A demonstrated ability to prioritize effectively in a fast‑paced, evolving environment
Strong analytical skills, including the ability to assess details, develop solutions, clearly communicate issues, lead root‑cause investigations, and drive effective resolutions
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)
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