Supply Chain Buyer-Part Time

Career Area: Supply Chain and Logistics

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.

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. Procurement or Shipping), it plays a critical coordination and escalation role to ensure alignment and execution.

Key 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

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

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

Required Qualifications 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

Compensation and benefits offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, job level, market location, job-related knowledge, skills, individual performance and experience. Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Paid time off plan (Vacation, Holidays, Volunteer, etc.)

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

Employee Assistance Program

Incentive bonus

Disability benefits Life Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

These benefits also apply to part‑time employees

Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities.

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