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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.

At Caterpillar’s Decatur, IL facility, we manufacture and assemble Large Mining and Construction equipment. In this role as a Sales & Operations Planning Coordinator, you will report to the Manager of Sales and Operations Planning and will be primarily responsible for leading forecasting, scheduling, and tracking real-time performance in order to support growing business and talent demands. As a member of the Sales and Operations Planning team, you will need to have a growth mindset, promote continuous improvement, and help build a defect-free culture. We have a fabulous team that does some of the most exciting work at Caterpillar, and we can’t wait for you to join the team!

What you will do:

+ Analyzing and solving business problems with a focus on understanding root causes and driving forward-looking opportunities.

+ Leading global order management initiatives for assigned products, and coordinating supply planning responses with the facilities.

+ Liaising with operational management teams on all matters related to resource planning.Producing effective resource scheduling to maximize performance and meet KPIs/SLA.

What Skills you will have:

**Accuracy and Attention to Detail:** Understanding the necessity and value of accuracy; ability to complete tasks with high levels of precision.

**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.

**Collaborating:** Knowledge of collaborative techniques; ability to work with a variety of individuals and groups in a constructive and collaborative manner.

**Capacity Planning & Management:** Knowledge of tools, approaches and practices for determining production demand; ability to plan and manage resources needed to provide satisfactory levels of service.

Education and Experience requirement:

Bachelor’s degree preferred or extensive experience in Supply Chain roles

Additional Information:

The primary location for this position is Decatur, IL

Domestic relocation assistance is available

This position may require 15% travel

Sponsorship is not available

Summary Pay Range:

$126,000.00 - $189,000.00

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:

October 10, 2025 - October 23, 2025

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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