Head of Sales & Operations Planning, Business Operations

Career Area
Supply Chain and Logistics

About EPD
Caterpillar's Electric Power Division (EPD) offers integrated solutions, parts, and services to meet the needs of our various commercial and industrial electric power customers. EPD supports a wide range of customer applications across the globe, including providing back‑up power to hospitals, emergency power during natural disasters, and support for critical infrastructure such as data centers and municipalities. With over 95 years in the electric‑power business, our team has world‑class expertise and a proven ability to adapt to changing demands. We’re committed to providing sustainable and reliable solutions to our customers. Join our team to help build a better, more sustainable world for future generations!

Job Summary
We have an exciting opportunity for a supply chain professional to join our global team in the role of Global S&OP (Sales & Operations Planning) Manager, focused on our Enclosed Power Solutions and Switchgear. Our business is growing rapidly, and we require oversight of all planning areas. This role will be front and center of the Large Electric Power solutions business.

This role will be responsible for managing the Global S&OP process for our custom power solutions and switchgear products in Large Electric Power Solutions, focused on containerized solution products. It requires work across multiple manufacturing facilities, both internal and external, and across numerous functional areas.

What You Will Do

Integrate demand, supply, and financial planning into forward‑thinking plans based on input from key functional areas.

Link strategic plans to operational plans and develop the most beneficial production plan, including strategic planning for periods outside the execution window.

Manage supply‑response communications across 3 internal facilities and more than 10 external manufacturing facilities.

Coordinate demand planning, network optimization, and capacity planning across departments and regions.

Analyze forecast quality and accuracy, taking corrective actions if needed.

Analyze and solve business problems, focusing on root causes and driving forward‑looking opportunities.

Develop and utilize statistical modeling to drive decision‑making.

Liaise with operational management teams on all matters related to resource planning.

Own cadence and processes on a strict schedule, communicating outcomes to senior leaders within Large Electric Power.

What You Will Have

Accuracy and Attention to Detail: Extensive knowledge of the necessity and value of accuracy; ability to complete tasks with high precision.

Analytical Thinking: Extensive knowledge of analytical techniques; ability to determine root causes and create alternative solutions.

Capacity Planning & Management - MFG: Working knowledge of tools and practices for determining production demand and managing resources.

Data Gathering & Analysis: Working knowledge of data‑gathering tools and techniques; ability to collect and synthesize data from a variety of stakeholders.

Planning and Organizing: Knowledge of planning processes; ability to plan and organize tasks and resources systematically.

What Will Set You Apart

Detailed S&OP experience managing multiple data inputs and providing accurate, detailed responses.

Knowledge of ERP systems and Caterpillar internal ordering systems; understanding how forecast translates into real demand.

Data manipulation and presentation skills, driving the team forward to accommodate huge growth.

Additional Information

This position can be located in Griffin, GA, Alpharetta, GA, Peoria, IL, or Lafayette, IN.

This role requires 5‑day a week on‑site attendance.

10% or less travel expected.

Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position.

Relocation is not available for this position.

Summary Pay Range
$128,470.00 - $192,710.00

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

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

Posting Dates
May 19, 2026 - June 2, 2026

Equal Opportunity Employer
Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities. Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply.

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