Category Buyer III
| Company | Caterpillar Inc. |
|---|---|
| Location | Peoria, IL, USA, West Lafayette, IN, USA |
| Salary | $110520 – $165840 |
| Type | Full-Time |
| Degrees | Bachelor’s |
| Experience Level | Mid Level, Senior |
Requirements
- Knowledge of techniques and processes for inspecting, cleansing, transforming, and modeling data; ability to discover useful information, draw logical conclusions, and support decision-making.
- 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.
- Knowledge of the techniques and the ability to work with a variety of individuals and groups in a constructive and collaborative manner.
- Knowledge of successful negotiation concepts and techniques; ability to negotiate successfully across the organization and with external vendors and clients in a constructive and collaborative manner.
- Knowledge of policies, standards and processes of how to manage and administer contracts; ability to use proper processes and practices for managing and administering a variety of contractual agreements.
- Knowledge of policies, regulations and processes of purchasing; ability to use practices and procedures for procurement of materials, components, equipment and services.
- Knowledge of supplier relationship management concept and strategies; ability to address critical issues to meet supplier needs and maintain engaged, partnering relationship with suppliers.
- Knowledge of strategic sourcing methods, technologies and processes; ability to analyze, improve and re-evaluate organizational procurement process continuously.
Responsibilities
- Work with the Category Manager and Product Groups to develop, manage and execute sourcing strategies for generators, supplier agreements, and preferred source lists.
- 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.
Preferred Qualifications
- Degree in associated field + 3-5 years relevant experience or 5-7 years of related experience in procurement or related field without a degree.
- Relevant experience would include supply chain, OE sales, procurement, technical experience in electric power.