Supply Chain Coordinator

Caterpillar•Mabank, CA

5d•$77,264 - $115,896•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. Job Description Summary Supply Chain Coordinator The Supply Chain Coordinator serves as the primary point of contact for all supply chain–related matters for assigned projects. This role is responsible for planning, coordinating, and monitoring material supply to support project and production requirements. Working closely with the Project Planner, the Supply Chain Coordinator develops realistic, committed supply plans and partners across the Supply Chain Center—including Supply Engineering, Procurement, Manufacturing, and Logistics—to ensure successful execution. The role focuses on managing purchased material requirements, ensuring on‑time material availability at appropriate inventory levels, and proactively identifying and mitigating risks that could impact delivery, cost, or business objectives. While the position does not assume ownership of functional responsibilities (e.g., Procurement or Shipping), it plays a critical coordination and escalation role to ensure alignment and execution.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree required
3+ years of experience in supply chain management, material/production planning, or inventory planning/analysis
Solid understanding of material and production planning fundamentals
Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office 365 (Excel required, including formulas, functions, and pivot tables)
Ability to communicate effectively across functions and multiple platforms
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Demonstrated ability to prioritize, multitask, and perform in a fast‑paced environment
Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with the ability to drive issues to resolution
Proven teamwork and collaboration skills

Nice To Haves

Six Sigma / CPS Green Belt or Black Belt certification or experience
ERP experience with BAAN or Infor LN
APICS certification
Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Mathematics, Finance, Industrial Engineering, or Economics

Responsibilities

Supply Planning & Coordination Analyze demand for assigned parts and maintain a balanced supply plan to support project and production needs
Develop, maintain, and execute material plans using MRP and order release processes
Coordinate with Buyers on capacity planning, ordering strategies, and supplier commitments
Collaborate with Manufacturing Production Schedulers to align demand, supply status, and schedule changes
Supplier & Material Management Serve as the focal point for purchased material commitments and delivery status
Monitor supplier performance, follow up on deliveries, and manage schedule changes
Investigate material shortages or delays, establish recovery plans, and communicate revised schedules
Proactively communicate demand, forecasts, risks, and mitigation plans to internal stakeholders
Inventory & Data Management Analyze inventory levels, turnover, and material health for assigned parts
Review and disposition excess, slow‑moving, or obsolete inventory
Maintain accurate item and planning data within ERP/MRP systems
Communication & Continuous Improvement Provide accurate, timely, and proactive material status updates to internal customers
Collaborate cross‑functionally with Operations, Supply Chain, Engineering, and Procurement to minimize disruptions
Participate in continuous improvement initiatives focused on material availability, lead‑time reduction, and inventory optimization