Senior IT Analyst Applications (ERP LN Consultant)

Career Area: Technology, Digital and Data 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.   About Caterpillar Caterpillar Inc. is the world’s leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, off-highway diesel and natural gas engines, industrial gas turbines and diesel-electric locomotives. For nearly 100 years, we’ve been helping customers build a better, more sustainable world and are committed and contributing to a reduced-carbon future. Our innovative products and services, backed by our global dealer network, provide exceptional value that helps customers succeed.

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.  We are looking for a skilled Senior IT Analyst Applications (ERP LN Consultant)–to  join our  Applications Development & Intelligence Automation -CAT IT Division Bangalore Team.  The preference for this role is to be based out of  Bangalore PSN Office, KA-India   What you will do  The ERP LN Consultant – Enterprise Planning supports Solar Turbines’ global manufacturing and supply chain operations by designing, configuring, and sustaining Infor LN planning processes across the enterprise. This role works closely with Planning, Operations, Master Scheduling, Supply Chain, Procurement, and IT tower teams to ensure LN capabilities reliably support Solar’s production planning, MRP execution, parts availability, capacity visibility, and overall Plan‑to‑Deliver (P2D) performance. The consultant will bring deep expertise in LN (10.x / Industrial Cloudsuite) to support implementation projects, continuous improvement, and stabilize planning processes.

Enterprise Planning Process Design & Optimization Analyze and map Solar Turbines’ planning processes—including MPS, MRP, Forecasting, PRP, Item Planning Setup, SIC/TPOP/OCB logic, and shortage management—to LN best practices. Configure LN planning parameters to support Solar’s multi‑site environment, including sites in the US, Mexico, and the Czech Republic. Optimize planning flows such as: Master Production Scheduling (MPS) Forecast Independent Demand Material Requirements Planning (MRP) and MRP Analysis Jobs Project Requirements Planning (PRP) Subcontracting and service-related planning Align planning setup with Solar’s Engineering, Manufacturing, Procurement, and Service teams to ensure accurate and timely planning signals. LN Configuration, Testing & Deployment Own the functional configuration of LN planning modules, item planning settings, MRP parameters, order scheduling logic, and exception message management. Perform root-cause analysis for planning discrepancies, incorrect signals, shortages, or capacity issues. Lead functional testing for planning changes, upgrades, enhancements, and integration impacts. Support LN 10.x upgrades and planning process improvements as Solar transitions workloads between Baan 5c processes and LN 10.x functionality. Cross-Functional Collaboration With Solar Planning Teams Partner with production planners, schedulers, supply chain coordinators, buyers, and engineering to