Supply Network Specialist II

Career Area:

Procurement

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.

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.

To support provide technical expertise and leadership to Caterpillar’s supply base in the execution of a robust quality plan within the suppler network. In addition, implement a well-documented continuous quality improvement process and strict process controls. This will be used for the evaluation and development of new and existing suppliers worldwide, to maximize Quality, Cost, Logistics, Delivery, and Management (QCLDM) within the supply network. To ensure that a supplier can meet corporate and business unit requirements for SER certification levels and customer requirements for quality, cost, and delivery of purchased material.

To Cultivate and develop into professional SDE.

What You Will Do:

Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:

Work with suppliers to assure proper process control standards are in place and continuously monitor key manufacturing processes for improvement opportunities

Ensure suppliers have adequate people, training, tooling, fixturing, and equipment

Monitor suppliers’ adherence to Process Change Notification on a timely and cost effective basis as well as to develop the supply base to fulfil the total requirements from Caterpillar System implementation

Support Product Sourcing Strategy and provide technical preliminary assessment in new supplier selection

Work with engineer team to evaluate and develop new supplier’s technological capability to meet requirements for Caterpillar Inc. Supplier Excellence Program

Develop and maintain thorough knowledge of technological developments and work with commodity teams in advancements of design, quality, and manufacturing

Provide proposal of cost reduction and ensure implementation of robust solutions for cost reduction and quality problems associated with the purchased materials, logistics, and engineering issues

Support and participate in 6 Sigma initiatives with facilities, category teams, and suppliers.

What Skills You Will Have:

Core Technical & Process Skills:

Supplier Quality Management

Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP) / PPAP

Lean Manufacturing & Built-in Quality (BIQ)

Continuous Improvement

Capacity Planning & Analysis

Analytical & Problem-Solving Abilities

Strong Problem-Solving Techniques

Data Analysis

Statistical & Quality Tools

Relationship & Communication Skills

Supplier Relationship Management

Effective Communication

Cross‑Functional Collaboration

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree or above in Engineering.

Knowledge or experience of APQP procedures, quality management and quality control

Good human relations skills are required to develop a cooperative working relationship with others inside and outside of Caterpillar.

Working initiatively, strong sense of taking lead and breaking-through

Desired Qualifications:

Engineering or manufacturing background plus familiarity with manufacturing processes used to produce components and assemblies for Caterpillar Products.

Knowledge of shop operations and maintenance procedures.

Solid ability to use and demonstrate statistical and problem-solving tools.

Certifications: ASQE or comparable International Certification is desired

Additional Information:

Some travel is required.

This position requires working onsite five days a week.

Posting Dates:

November 5, 2026 - December 31, 2026

Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply

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