Senior Manager Supply Chain

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. Location: Peterlee, County Durham, UK Contract: Permanent Hours: Full Time, | 36.5 hours per week Salary: £99,310 - £124,138 Reference: R0000394755   Additional Information Domestic relocation support is available for this position Approximately 10% travel required 5 Days on site   Shape the Future of Global Supply Chain Operations at Caterpillar This is an exciting opportunity to join one of Caterpillar's manufacturing facilities at a time of continued growth and transformation. As Senior Supply Chain Manager, you will lead all supply chain activities across the Peterlee site, driving operational excellence, supplier performance and end-to-end supply chain strategy. Working as a key member of the Business Unit Leadership Team, you will play a critical role in supporting a modern manufacturing operation that continues to invest in automation, digital technologies and advanced manufacturing processes. Leading an organisation of approximately 250 employees, you will help shape the future of the facility, develop high-performing teams and deliver improvements that enhance efficiency, resilience and customer outcomes. This role offers a unique combination of strategic influence, operational leadership and people development, with the opportunity to make a lasting impact within a global organisation committed to innovation and continuous improvement. About Caterpillar Peterlee Caterpillar Peterlee is the global source of Cat® Articulated Trucks, manufacturing an eight-model product range serving industries including mining, construction, quarrying and aggregates. Our facility combines advanced manufacturing techniques, robotics, automation to deliver products that support customers worldwide. Every machine produced in Peterlee contributes to projects and operations across the globe.

Strategic Leadership Shape and deliver the facility's supply chain strategy as a member of the Business Unit Leadership Team, ensuring alignment with regional and global priorities. Lead strategic sourcing, category management and S&OP activities to drive business performance. Deliver supply chain objectives and key enterprise performance measures through continuous improvement and operational excellence. Supply Chain & Operational Excellence Lead end-to-end supply chain operations to ensure supply continuity, operational efficiency and delivery to customer demand. Develop supplier resilience and performance through strategic partnerships and continuous improvement. Drive improvements across planning, logistics and inventory management to deliver business and customer outcomes. People Leadership Lead and develop a high-performing team, creating a culture of collaboration, accountability and continuous improvement. Build organisational capability through coaching, talent development and succession planning. Foster strong alignment and communication across supply chain, logistics and manufacturing teams. Building Strong Partnerships Develop strategic supplier and stakeholder relationships to strengthen supply chain and value chain performance. Foster cross-functional collaboration across the business and global network to achieve shared objectives. Performance & Accountability Drive supply chain performance by managing key operational metrics and using data-driven insights to deliver continuous improvement and business results.

Qualifications Degree-qualified or equivalent