Logistics Planning Analyst

Caterpillar Inc.•Athens, GA

2d•$81,370 - $122,060•Onsite

About The Position

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 is seeking a Logistics Planning Analyst in Athens, GA. In this role, you will work with our global suppliers to schedule, plan, and oversee material procurement, production and delivery processes. What you can look forward to in this role: Participates in material scheduling and delivery processes in accordance with current productivity and cost efficiency standards. Develops and executes material planning for a product line to ensure that all material requirements for assigned programs are met within the allocated time frame. Participate in cross functional meetings to problem solve material shortages. Coordinate material releases and inventory levels across plants, warehouses, and suppliers. Analyze sales orders and production requirements to determine material needs. Collaborate with suppliers to ensure timely delivery and resolve performance issues. Support engineering changes and new product introductions by adjusting material plans.

Requirements

Accuracy and Attention to Detail: Understanding the necessity and value of accuracy; ability to complete tasks with high levels of precision.
Analytical Thinking: Knowledge of techniques and tools that promote effective analysis; ability to determine the root cause of organizational problems and create alternative solutions that resolve these problems.
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.
Vendor Management: Knowledge of vendor management methodologies, technologies and processes; ability to gain increased value and excellent services from vendors, as well as costs control and risk mitigation throughout the deal life cycle.

Nice To Haves

Experience in material planning, procurement, or supply chain operations.
Experience using SAP or other ERP programs- Mach 1 preferred
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
Effective communication and relationship management abilities.

Responsibilities

Participates in material scheduling and delivery processes in accordance with current productivity and cost efficiency standards.
Develops and executes material planning for a product line to ensure that all material requirements for assigned programs are met within the allocated time frame.
Participate in cross functional meetings to problem solve material shortages.
Coordinate material releases and inventory levels across plants, warehouses, and suppliers.
Analyze sales orders and production requirements to determine material needs.
Collaborate with suppliers to ensure timely delivery and resolve performance issues.
Support engineering changes and new product introductions by adjusting material plans.