Parts Inventory Analyst

Career Area: Supply Chain and Logistics Job 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. Job Summary : The primary objective of this role is to support the Product Support & Logistics (PSLD) division in achieving its inventory and customer service goals. As part of Inventory Management (IM) systems and process support, the position requires strong expertise in Materials Management, along with cross-functional collaboration with IT, Finance, Purchasing, and Warehouse Management teams. The role involves leading projects, conducting ad hoc analyses, and driving system and process improvements to enhance operational efficiency across Aftermarket Parts Distribution.

Lead SAP-SPM materials implementation starting from advanced preparation to Go-live and stabilization phases. Identify gaps, document functional requirements within IM processes. Business Process flows (PTP, OTC and TPOP) understanding. Responsible for providing Business and System support to IM processes Work closely with global teams in making process improvements and enhancements to IM system / processes.    Must be open to learning the analytical techniques for Data Analysis, Inventory Management (IM) System Configuration/logic and statistically oriented analysis. Degree Requirement: Bachelor’s degree in engineering / Math’s / Science / Commerce. 4 to 6 years’ relevant experience in SAP MM Module or Service Parts Planning. SAS or SQL coding experience is preferred. What You Have: Business Acumen: Knowledge of business concepts, tools, and processes that are needed for making sound decisions in the context of the company's business; ability to apply this knowledge appropriately to diverse situations. Level Working Knowledge: Communicates key considerations for business decision making process. Cites examples of types of information needed to make sound business decisions. Participates in business task to get things done in own unit or area. Caters to key stakeholders and their priorities. Inventory Management: Knowledge of processes and methods of inventory management; ability to effectively manage organization's materials, commodities, merchandises, or products. Level Extensive Experience: Manage daily/weekly service loss analysis and share RCCA for top loss parts. Involves detailed root cause analysis for discrepancy between systems and documentation of the same. Effective Communications: 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.  Level Extensive Experience: Adapts documents and presentations for the intended audience. Demonstrates both empathy and assertiveness when communicating a need or defending a position. Communicates well downward, upward, and outward. Problem Solving: 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. Level Extensive Experience: Organizes potential problem solvers and leads problem resolution efforts. Uses varying problem-solving approaches and techniques as appropriate. Develops successful resolutions to critical or wide-impact problems. Data Gathering and Reporting: Knowledge of tools, techniques, and processes for gathering and reporting data; ability to practice them in a particular department or