Category Buyer III

Career AreaProcurementJob DescriptionYour 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.DescriptionCandidate will be a Category Buyer in the RI NA wire harness category team. Responsibilities include managing Cables, of which the supply base primarily resides in the United StatesWhat You Will Do Develop and execute the category strategy by managing policies, agreements, source catalogs, and ensuring capacity is in place to meet the organizations requirements. Recognizing the potential for cost decreases, inventory reductions and quality improvement, as well as responsibility for soundness of business proposals and risk assessment.Strengthen the business relationship with the supply baseCollaborate across verticals to align activitiesImprove the performance of the NA Harness supply baseEducation RequirementBachelor’s degree in supply chain, engineering or accountingAdvanced English-speaking level.Data AnalyticsWhat You Will Have:Interpret operational and performance data to support decision-making.Identify trends and evaluate data quality and analysis methods.Guide data collection processes and mentor others on data sources.Effective CommunicationsDeliver clear, jargon-free presentations and reports.Provide and receive constructive feedback.Adapt communication style to audience and context.Interpersonal RelationshipsCollaborate effectively across teams and management levels.Demonstrate empathy and adaptability in interactions.Understand and respect diverse perspectives.NegotiatingApply win-win negotiation strategies with internal and external stakeholders.Use active listening to uncover interests and resolve issues.Present positions clearly while remaining open to alternatives.Contracts Management And AdministrationAdminister contracts and ensure compliance with specifications.Maintain vendor documentation and support contract preparation.Follow organizational protocols for contract management.Purchasing Tasks And ActivitiesExecute procurement tasks using appropriate systems and tools.Ensure compliance with procurement policies and specifications.Maintain accurate purchasing records and documentation.Extensive working knowledge in purchasing or supply chainSupplier Relationship ManagementCommunicate effectively with suppliers and resolve issues.Monitor supplier satisfaction and performance.Support implementation of supplier relationship strategies.Strategic SourcingConduct sourcing activities and analyze market data.Identify process improvement opportunities.Support senior professionals in multi-environment sourcing.Top Candidates Will Also HaveLognet knowledgePrevious Buyer knowledgeProcurement & Vendor Management knowledge managing supplier relationships, executing purchase orders, and driving cost control and compliance.Strategic Sourcing & Analytics proficiency in spend analysis and forecasting using tools like Power BI, Excel, and Python to support sourcing decisions.Cross-Functional Collaboration ability to align sourcing strategies with engineering, supply chain, and quality teams to support product and process improvements.Additional DetailsThe location for this position will be in either Mossville Il (Bldg. AC) or Monterrey-Villa Office (Santa Catarina)Relocation assistance is not available for this position. Any relocation costs incurred would be the responsibility of the selected candidate.This position will require up to 25% travelFinal details Please frequently check the email associated with your application, including the junk/spam folder, as this is the primary correspondence method. If you wish to know the status of your application – please use the candidate log-in on our career website as it will reflect any updates to your status.The Caterpillar Code of Conduct states that we will select, and place employees based on their qualifications for the job to be performed, without regard to race, religion, national origin, color, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age or disability. In this company we do not request pregnancy tests, nor HIV tests as requirements for employment entry, permanence or promotion.Posting Datesnoviembre 6, 2025 - noviembre 20, 2025Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to applyNot ready to apply? Join our Talent Community.