Senior Strategy Manager - Trade Compliance

Senior Strategy Manager – Trade Compliance Law, Security & Public Policy (LSPP) has an opening for a Senior Strategy Manager – Trade Compliance. The selected candidate will lead a team that provides strategic support and execution on international trade and global compliance matters across the enterprise as a function of the Trade Compliance office reporting to the Chief Compliance Officer in Irving, Texas. What You Will Do Collaborate with the Trade, Legal and Compliance teams to provide strategic and operational support for global trade and risk management at Caterpillar. Proactively monitor, manage and mitigate risks through internal and external engagement with stakeholders and partners and assist with development and implementation of compliance strategies and goals in line with company's business objectives. Analyze trade and compliance data to identify trends, risks, and opportunities, including for data analytics and data science initiatives that support informed decision‑making and stronger compliance outcomes. Design, implement, and refine processes and procedures to improve efficiency, scalability, and consistency and support cross‑functional strategic projects with business partners across the organization to accelerate trade and compliance initiatives. Effectively communicate insights, progress, and recommendations across the organization as needed, including to senior leadership. What You Will Bring Strategic Thinking: Knowledge of the importance of "big picture" thinking and planning; ability to apply organizational acumen to identify and maintain focus on key success factors for the organization, including synthesizing complex concepts and providing insights to project teams and senior leaders. Risk Management: Knowledge of processes, tools, and techniques for assessing and controlling an organization's exposure to risks of various kinds; ability to apply knowledge of risk management appropriately to diverse situations. Relationship Management: Knowledge of relationship and stakeholder management techniques; ability to establish and maintain healthy working relationships with various stakeholders including senior leaders, peers within LSPP and across Caterpillar, including logistics and procurement organizations. Data Gathering & Analysis: Knowledge of data gathering and analysis tools, techniques, and processes; ability to collect and synthesize data from a variety of stakeholders and sources in an objective manner to reach a conclusion, goal, or judgment. 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 judgment. Effective Communications: Understanding of effective communication concepts, tools, and technique and ability to collaborate vertically and horizontally, across levels and various business functions, and with external parties. Top Candidates Will Have Significant experience with strategy development and complex project execution. Demonstrated senior leadership support, advocacy, and acumen with strong intellectual curiosity. Experience in leadership gained through previous supervisory assignments. Exposure to global trade issues and/or development of compliance processes is a plus. Additional Info The primary locations for this role are Irving, Texas, or Peoria, Illinois. Domestic relocation assistance is available for those who qualify. Sponsorship is not available. 5% travel is expected. This position is eligible for stock or other equity grants pursuant to Caterpillar’s long‑term incentive plan. Benefits Medical, dental, and vision benefits* Paid time off plan (Vacation, Holidays, Volunteer, etc.)* 401(k) savings plans* Health Savings Account (HSA)* Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)* Health Lifestyle Programs* Employee Assistance Program* Voluntary Benefits and Employee Discounts* Career Development* Incentive bonus* Disability benefits Life Insurance Parental leave Adoption benefits Tuition Reimbursement * These benefits also apply to part‑time employees. Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities. Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply. #J-18808-Ljbffr