Manager- Demand & Orders

Career Area:Supply Chain and LogisticsJob Description:Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc.When you join Caterpillar, you're joining a global team who cares not just about the work we do – but also about each other. We are the makers, problem solvers, and future world builders who are creating stronger, more sustainable communities. We don't just talk about progress and innovation here – we make it happen, with our customers, where we work and live. Together, we are building a better world, so we can all enjoy living in it.Position Information:

This is an on-site position in Hodges, SC.

Shift Information: Monday- Friday 7AM- 4PM

Domestic relocation is available for this position.

Role Summary:Manages staff and activities related to the Sales & Operations Process. The incumbent will have 5-7 direct reports.What you will do:

Coordinating with multiple functions, such as manufacturing, product group, marketing, material planning etc., to acquire appropriate requirements to meet customer demand.

Managing day-to-day activities of their staff; participating in interviewing, hiring, and training and development of associates.

Ensuring compliance with established policies and procedures. Develop improved policies and procedures to strengthen compliance initiatives.

Participating in planning inventory and defining optimal inventory levels and adjustment authority; monitoring inventory levels.

What you have:

Extensive experience as a leader within a supply chain position (i.e. Material Requirements Planning Manager, Supply Chain Manager, Logistics Manager, Demand & Orders Manager, or other similar titles/ responsibilities).

Planning: Tactical, Strategic: Extensive experience using effective planning techniques and ability to contribute to operational (short term), tactical (1-2 years), and strategic (3-5 years) planning in support of the overall business plan.

Decision Making and Critical Thinking: Extensive experience using decision-making process and associated tools and techniques; ability to accurately analyze situations and reach productive decisions based on informed judgment.

Supply Chain Management: Working knowledge of functions, principles and techniques used in supply chain management; ability to develop and implement strategies, practices and tools for controlling the whole processes.

Top candidates will also have:

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management or Business Administration/ Management

Planning and Organizing: Working knowledge of the process of planning and arranging tasks and resources; ability to plan and organize both time and resources to get things completed while structuring and maintaining work in a systematic and highly methodical way.

Problem Solving: Working knowledge of approaches, tools, techniques for recognizing, anticipating, and resolving organizational, operational or process problems; ability to apply knowledge of problem solving appropriately to diverse situations.

Process Management: Working knowledge of business process improvement tools and techniques; ability to understand, monitor, update, control, or enhance existing business or work processes.

Operational Functions: Working knowledge of major functional processes and associated operating requirements; ability to apply this knowledge appropriately to diverse situations.

Strong computer skills including: Microsoft365 (PowerBI, Excel, and Access)

Knowledge or experience using Scope Planning Tools

Knowledge or experience gathering, analyzing, and reporting large amounts of data efficiently

Implementing and/or replacing inventory management software and processes.

Familiarity with CAT products and systems.

What you will get:

Safety in words and actions. Safety is a core value at Caterpillar. We encourage and commit to safety in all processes that we do. We strive to provide a safe and secure work environment for all our employees.

You earn more than just a salary because we value your performance. We offer a total rewards package that provides benefits on day one (medical, dental, vision, RX, and 401K) along with the potential of an annual bonus.

Additional benefits include paid vacation days and paid holidays (prorated based upon hire date)

The Power of Everyone (https://www.caterpillar.com/en/careers/why-caterpillar/diversity-inclusion.html) : At Caterpillar, we believe each person is unique and valued, and are committed to ensuring that our workplace is diverse and representative of the many customers we serve around the globe. Different perspectives help us achieve our best work and come together to form a high-performing Caterpillar team that makes positive changes in the communities where we live and work.

Please frequently check the email associated with your application, including the junk/spam folder, as this is the primary correspondence method. If you wish to know the status of your application – please use the candidate log-in on our career website as it will reflect any updates to your status.Relocation is available for this position.Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position. This employer is not currently hiring foreign national applicants that require or will require sponsorship tied to a specific employer, such as, H, L, TN, F, J, E, O. As a global company, Caterpillar offers many job opportunities outside of the U.S which can be found through our employment website at www.caterpillar.com/careers.Posting Dates:September 12, 2024 - September 26, 2024Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen.EEO/AA Employer. All qualified individuals - Including minorities, females, veterans and individuals with disabilities - are encouraged to apply.Not ready to apply? Join our Talent Community (http://flows.beamery.com/caterpillarinc/talcom) .