Strategy Manager

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. Career Area Strategy 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. About Advanced Power Technologies Advanced Power Technologies (APT) defines and delivers Caterpillar's next generation of power system technologies. The organization leads product strategy, long term technology roadmaps, and lifecycle leadership for advanced power, electrification, electronic controls, software, and energy solutions across the entire range of Power and Energy applications. APT integrates hardware, software, and digital services to deliver scalable, reliable, and future-ready power solutions. Partnering closely with product groups, engineering, and global delivery teams, APT balances near-term business execution with long-term technology leadership- enabling best in class electronics quality, fast response to market changes, differentiated customer value through vertical integration, improved uptime, and sustainable power systems across Caterpillar's Power and Energy product portfolio. Job Summary The Strategy Manager serves as a strategic partner to the executive leadership team, enabling effective execution, alignment, and operational excellence across a large, complex engineering organization. This role acts as a force multiplier- driving priorities, improving decision-making cadence, and ensuring cross-functional coordination and focus on strategy execution. What You Will Do Partner with the engineering executive to set priorities, track execution, and ensure alignment with strategic objectives. Work directly with functional and business leaders on developing and executing of our strategic goals. Lead planning cadences, operating reviews, and follow-up on key initiatives and commitments. Accelerate outcomes across initiatives including driving Advanced Power Technologies transformation projects. Coordinate cross-functional efforts across engineering, product, operations, and corporate functions Prepare executive materials, briefs, and communication for senior leadership and stakeholders. Identify risks, gaps, and opportunities; proactively recommend actions to improve organizational effectiveness. Partner and drive insights on financial reporting, forecasting, and analytical implications of strategic initiatives. Track performance against segment strategic goals and KPIs, removing roadblocks and ensuring alignment across the enterprise. Support talent, culture, and change initiatives within the engineering organization. What You Will Have Planning: Tactical, Strategic: Knowledge of effective planning techniques and ability to contribute to operational (short term), tactical (1-2 years) and strategic (3-5 years) planning in support of the overall business plan. Effective Communications: Understanding of effective communication concepts, tools and techniques; ability to effectively transmit, receive, and accurately interpret ideas, information, and needs through the application of appropriate communication behaviors. Strategic Thinking: Knowledge of the importance of "big picture" thinking and planning; ability to apply organizational acumen and competitiveness to identify and maintain focus on key success factors for the organization. Stakeholder Management: Knowledge of stakeholder management techniques; ability to systematically identify stakeholders, analyze their needs and expectations, and implement various tasks to engage with them. Consulting Process & Tools: Knowledge of consulting process; ability to engage in conducting research and analysis, finding solutions and preparing recommendations. Top Candidates Will Also Have Bachelors Degree in engineering or MBA. Demonstrated track record of results and expanding responsibilities. Experience in engine electronics software, systems or mechatronics. Demonstrated ability to story tell and communicate at technical and executive levels business proposals and gain buy-in. Additional Information Up to 25% global travel Summary Pay Range $159,120.00 - $238,680.00 Compensation and benefits offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, job level, market location, job-related knowledge, skills, individual performance and experience. Please note that salary is only one component of total compensation at Caterpillar. Benefits Subject to plan eligibility, terms, and guidelines. This is a summary list of 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 This position requires working onsite five days a week. Relocation is available for this position. Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position. Posting Dates July 20, 2026 - July 27, 2026 Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen. Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities. Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply. #J-18808-Ljbffr