Business Process Analyst Ll-1

Career Area:
Technology, Digital and Data

Job Description:
Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc.

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Job Description

The Global Supply Chain Business Analyst (BA) is accountable for handling supplier master data related to screening, onboarding, and managing supplier master data changes in various systems to include: Supplier Screening System (SSS); ERP Systems - ERP LN, BaaN 5c, Navision; P2P-Coupa; and Kroll (as required). Supplier data and system updates (both integrated or manual) require a good understanding of enterprise and internal procedural requirements to remain compliant and reduce risk. Individuals in the Administration Business Analyst role act as Third-Party Intermediary Coordinators who are responsible for launching due diligence screening and re-screening, annual declarations, and act as a liaison between Legal and Supply Chain. In addition to the above, a BA’s attention to detail, analytical, organization, sense of urgency, strong communication, multitasking skills, and ability to adapt to a dynamic environment quickly and accurately are critical attributes for this role. Finally, a BA supports development and execution of Global Supply Chain strategies and drives performance excellence in People, Quality, Velocity (Systems), and Cost. This means that a BA will likely be involved in the development, testing, and execution of process or system enhancements involving supplier master data and changing compliance initiatives.

Nature & Scope

Employees in this role work with internal clients including Supply Chain, Finance, Compliance, Global Trade, and IT Solutions to help ensure supplier master and relationship data is current, accurate and in accordance with screenings/onboarding procedural requirements, allowing our clients to engage and transact with approved suppliers in a timely manner in direct response to our customers’ requirements.

Principal Accountabilities:

- Customer Support (shared inbox management)
- Screening/Onboarding of Supplier Master Data into Supplier Screening System (SSS) and applicable ERP systems
- Third Party Intermediary (TPI) Management (i.e. Due Diligence Screening & Declaration)
- Vendor Master File (VMF) Management - supplier master data validation
- P-Card Audit Management in line with the Indirect Procurement Process Matrix
- Ad-hoc User Training
- System/Process Enhancements

Minimum Qualifications:

- Strong/Advanced skills in Microsoft Office Applications (Word, Excel-pivot tables, VLOOKUP, PowerPoint) and intermediate skills in Visio and Tableau.
- Knowledge of common ERP systems, such as Baan 5C, ERP LN, Navision, or COUPA, etc.
- Education: Associate Degree with 1-3 years working in a related field or equivalent 3-5 years of experience in Supply Chain or IT Systems - Master Data.

Preferred Qualifications:

- Bachelor’s Degree
- Broad knowledge of Supply Chain Organization and business processes
- Understanding of the enterprise data landscape and how data is used
- Strong ability to influence through excellent communication and teamwork skills
- Ability to multi task and excellent attention to details
- Self-Directed
- 6 Sigma - Green Belt experience
- Ability to influence

Minimum Education Level: Associates Degree

Minimum Years of Experience: 1 to 3

Posting Dates:
February 18, 2025 - March 1, 2025

Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO).

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