Senior Human Resources Manager
Caterpillar
- Location
- Peoria, Illinois
- Work model
- On-Site
- Level
- Senior
- H-1B history
- 106 approvals (FY2023)
- Posted
- Aug 17, 2026
About this role
Career Area: Human Resources 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. Caterpillar’s Excavation Division designs and manufactures tracked and wheeled excavators in sizes ranging from 11 to over 90 metric tons, forestry products, and Cat Work Tools. Our employees live and work in all corners of the world. Partnered with our global excavator manufacturing facilities, we deliver solutions that solve our customers’ toughest challenges and help our customers build a better world. The Senior Human Resources Manager for the Excavation Division manages a broad scope of responsibilities that includes support for U.S. Manufacturing Operations, our European Design Center and global Product Management organizations. In addition, this role helps to set the division HR strategy and govern strategic HR initiatives and is responsible for division people processes including performance management, advanced compensation/total rewards, HR analytics and mobility programs. This role partners with leaders at all levels globally to deliver people strategies aligned to business objectives and provides leadership across core HR disciplines including employee relations, talent management, workforce planning, compliance, and organizational effectiveness. The position requires strong consulting capability, data‑driven decision making, strong global collaboration and the ability to influence at multiple organizational levels. We are seeking a highly motivated individual to join the Excavation HR team in this key position to make a significant contribution to our strategic goals and help us Win With Our People.
What You Will Do
Act as a trusted coach providing guidance to leaders and managers on HR-related matters, including performance management, compensation and benefits and organization design. Align HR policies and programs for the division, facility or region which promote employee engagement, retention, and performance. Analyze HR metrics and data to identify trends and opportunities and develop a story to provide data-driven recommendations to senior management. Collaborate with senior management as a strategic advisor helping identify and prioritize HR initiatives that align with the organization's strategic goals and objectives. Lead a team of 5-10 HR professionals to collaborate effectively with other Centers of Excellence and serve as thought leaders to the business and HR. Develop and implement change management methods and materials to facilitate deployment of HR programs and processes within a specific organization. What You Will Have:
Education
Degree or equivalent experience desired 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. Global Perspective: Knowledge of issues, opportunities, and challenges for conducting business in the international marketplace; ability to apply global perspectives appropriately in a wide range of situations. Knowledge of Organization: Knowledge of the organization's vision, structure, culture, philosophy, operating principles, values, and code of ethics; ability to understand the value of aligning capabilities with business goals to support optimal performance. Decision Making and Critical Thinking: Knowledge of the decision-making process and associated tools and techniques; ability to accurately analyze situations and reach productive decisions based on informed