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Career Area:

Communications

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.

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As Executive Office Senior Communicator for Resource Industries (RI), you will lead the global RI communications team of approximately 20 professionals in the development and implementation of strategic communications for the RI business segment. Reporting to the Head of Executive Communications and directly supporting the Group President for RI, you will be a vital member of the Enterprise Communications team and a trusted advisor on a wide range of messaging that directly impacts Caterpillar’s reputation.

In this role, you will provide strategic communications counsel and execution of an internal and external communications strategy to support the business and RI Group President, including the highly visible and critical initiatives around services, autonomy and electrification.

This position is an advisor to the division’s senior leadership team on communications, organizational change management and strategic initiatives. The position orchestrates Lean communications and process excellence across RI to enable quick, effective, and high-quality communications to all relevant audiences.

What** **Y** **ou** **W** **ill** **D** **o** **:

+ Supervise a team of 20+ communications professionals

+ Attend significant meetings for, and at times travel with, the officer to develop a keen understanding of the strategic elements of the business, and the business challenges

+ Proactively create and execute the communication strategy for RI, and specifically the Group President

+ Manage multiple, complex, high-pressure assignments under tight deadlines with complete accuracy and the highest quality

+ Coach and mentor senior leadership on effective communication strategy development and delivery

+ Craft written materials for stakeholders, often on complex topics, to diverse, global audiences. Stakeholders include but are not limited to employees, media, investors, dealers, customers, suppliers and government officials

+ Understand communication objectives for various audiences, including investors, production workforce – bargained and non-bargained- - high-tech talent, early career professionals and experienced hires

+ Provide leadership and collaboration on communication initiatives to the business divisions within RI. Work closely with all senior vice president communicators for communication planning synergies

+ Actively seek internal and external opportunities (e.g. social media, conferences) to reinforce key strategic messages

What** **Y** **ou** **H** **ave** **:

+ **Planning:** Expert-level knowledge of effective planning techniques and ability to contribute to operational (short-term), tactical (1-2 years) and strategic (3-5 years) planning in support of the overall business plan. Strong project management skills with the ability to lead multiple projects simultaneously while paying close attention to details

+ **Communicating Complex Concepts** : Expert-level knowledge of effective presentation tools and techniques to ensure clear understanding; ability to use summarization and simplification techniques to explain complex technical concepts in simple, clear languageappropriate to the audience. Hands-on experience developing and executing a strategic communication plan reflective of the core business objectives and leveraging multiple communication channels to reach desiredaudiences, including social media, media and customer events

+ **Influencing** : Expert-level knowledge of effective influencing tactics and strategies; ability to impact decisions within and outside one's own organization. Demonstrates an enterprise mindset when working through a matrixed organization. Proven ability to lead outside vendors and internal business partners

+ **Interpersonal Relationships** : Extensive knowledge of the techniques and the ability to work with a variety of individuals and groups in a constructive, diplomatic and collaborative manner. Establishes and maintains credibility with clients and teammates throughout various

Top Candidates Will Also Have:

+ Bachelor’s degree in communications or related field

+ 10 or more years of progressive communications experience

+ Experience managing teams

**Additional Info** :

+ The primary location for this position is Irving, TX

+ Domestic relocation assistance is available for those who qualify

+ Sponsorship is **not** available

+ International and Domestic travel up to 25%

A** **bout 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 over 100 years, we’ve been helping customers build a better, more sustainable world and are committed to and contributing to a reduced emissions future. Our innovative products and services, backed by our global dealer network, provide exceptional value that helps customers succeed.

Final 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.

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Summary Pay Range:

$156,000.00 - $234,000.00

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:

May 14, 2025 - May 29, 2025

Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen.

EEO/AA Employer. All qualified individuals - Including minorities, females, veterans and individuals with disabilities - are encouraged to apply.

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