Morton, Illinois
Full time
R0000403857
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.
Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc.
When you join Caterpillar, you're joining a global team who care not just about the work we do - but also about each other. We are the makers, problem solvers and future work 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.
Our Product Support and Logistics Division (PSLD) is one of the most innovative divisions within Caterpillar. In PSLD, as within all of Caterpillar, our priority is our customers and helping them build a better world. We touch nearly every element of the services value stream. PSLD is responsible for Aftermarket Parts Distribution of Cat Parts, Integrated Logistics and Global Services supporting Caterpillar dealers and customers. Our teams work together in critical areas that leverage digital capabilities, technology and operational excellence.
As a Supply Chain Planning Engineer, you will be responsible for supporting the global rollout and implementation of a new SAP S/4 order management solution . You will partner with business and IT teams to understand order management requirements, translate business needs into system solutions, and support the configuration, testing, and implementation of SAP S/4 across facilities and regions worldwide. In this role, you will develop a strong understanding of the existing order management solution while collaborating with integrated functional teams, including EWM, Customer Service, Inventory Management, and other business areas, to ensure the new solution meets end-to-end operational needs. You will also support the day-to-day operation of the existing solution while helping drive a multi-year, facility-by-facility global transformation.
Additional Information:
This role is located in Morton, IL and does not offer relocation or sponsorship.
This role is 1st shift, Monday - Friday.
This role is 100% on-site with no opportunity for hybrid or remote schedules.
This role requires up to 5% domestic travel.
What You Will Do:
Support the global rollout and implementation of the SAP S/4 order management solution across facilities and regions.
Develop expertise in the existing order management solution to support current operations and transition activities.
Partner with business teams to gather, understand, and translate business requirements into system requirements and solutions.
Collaborate with IT teams on the configuration and development of SAP S/4 functionality to meet business needs.
Support system build, testing, validation, and implementation throughout each facility rollout.
Partner with integrated functional teams, including EWM, Customer Service, Inventory Management, and other supply chain functions, to ensure end-to-end process alignment.
Identify and resolve system or process issues impacting order management functionality.
Support the day-to-day operation and continuous improvement of the existing order management solution.
Collaborate with the broader implementation team to ensure successful adoption and execution of the multi-year global SAP S/4 transformation.
What You Have (Basic Requirements):
Analytical Thinking: Knowledge of techniques and tools that promote effective analysis; ability to determine the root cause of organizational problems and create alternative solutions that resolve these problems.
Cross-Team Integration: Understanding of the importance of inter-team collaboration in breaking down silos and achieving business results; ability to lead employees from various functions to communicate, coordinate work across divisions, and collaborate in solving problems as one team.
Project Management: Knowledge of effective project management strategies and tactics; ability to plan, organize, monitor, and control projects, ensuring efficient utilization of technical and administrative resources to achieve project objectives.
Standard Operating Procedures: Knowledge of established standard operating procedures (SOP); ability to design, implement and evaluate standard operating procedures affecting daily and strategic business operations in order to increase operational efficiency.
Supply Chain Management - MFG: Knowledge of functions, principles and techniques used in supply chain management; ability to develop and use, strategies, practices and tools for controlling the logistical processes.
What Will Set You Apart (Top Candidates Will Have):
Experience supporting the implementation or rollout of SAP S/4 or comparable SAP solutions, preferably in a global, multi-site, or enterprise-scale environment.
Strong working knowledge of order management systems and processes, including SAP Service Parts Management (SPM), ANTARES, or similar service parts/order management solutions.
Experience translating business requirements into system requirements and partnering with IT teams on system configuration, development, testing, and deployment.
Strong understanding of end-to-end order management integration with Inventory Management, warehousing/EWM, Customer Service, and other supply chain functions.
Demonstrated experience supporting complex technology transformations within supply chain, order management, or service parts environments.
What You Will Get:
This is Caterpillar (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nmT9A0JpuN4&list=PLwAXbfivFg0jmiNqqgFLeQJpRB_i-UVln&index=2) - creating and delivering world-class components and solutions superior to the competition. Learn more about The Caterpillar Experience (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GvCYWtWARlk) and why It's More Than a Job, it's a Career (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Wf0PVJdUOWo) at Caterpillar. Learn more about what happens inside Caterpillar's Product Support & Logistics Division (PSLD) (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AlwZ3coLC2o) **.
About Caterpillar:**
Caterpillar Inc. is the world's leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, off-highway diesel and natural gas engines, industrial gas turbines and diesel-electric locomotives. For nearly 100 years, we've been helping customers build a better, more sustainable world and are committed and contributing to a reduced-carbon future. Our innovative products and services, backed by our global dealer network, provide exceptional value that helps customers succeed. #LI#BI
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:
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
Posting Dates:
November 9, 2026 - November 19, 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.
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There's more to work at Caterpillar than just the work itself. We hire smart, friendly people and it shows in our culture. We hold ourselves to high standards and make sure our values of integrity, excellence, teamwork, commitment and sustainability come to life in the way we work. We make sure our employees feel continuously challenged while also supported. We provide professional growth opportunities, including leadership programs. We celebrate the diversity of our team, while also working together as one Caterpillar.
Our culture, like everything at our company, is made possible by each employee's contribution. Person by person, we create the environment we work in, and we are proud of the Caterpillar we've built.
