Supply Chain Operations Manager

**Career Area**:Supply Chain and Logistics**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.**Role Definition**Leads a team responsible for managing the end-to-end order-to-delivery supply chain, ensuring the availability of essential commodities to support manufacturing or distribution operations. Develops, implements, and oversees supply chain strategies and solutions.**Responsibilities**- Leads and develops a team across all supply chain functions, including purchasing, planning, inventory, and performance.- Ensures supply chain processes align with company standards and collaborates with Product Managers to optimize the supply base.- Oversee supplier development, production scheduling, and Sales & Operations Planning to meet global demand.- Drives continuous improvement in supply chain performance and manages key metrics.- Coaches and evaluates staff, fostering communication and alignment between logistics and manufacturing.- Acts as a main contact for internal teams and external partners across global operations.**Degree Requirement**:- Bachelor´s Degree in Logistics, Business or related to the field- Fluent English- Expert in leadership roles or similar position- Emphasis on accountability for results**Skill Descriptors****Analytical Thinking**:- Ability to identify data inconsistencies.- Solve complex problems.- Evaluate risks and benefits.- Select the right analytical tools for each situation.**Decision Making & Critical Thinking**:- Objectively assesses options.- Reviews of past decisions.- Guide others in analysis.- Applies the most suitable decision-making approach.**Strategic Thinking**:- Leads partnerships.- Make informed decisions in complex scenarios.- Interprets data for planning.- Prepares teams for market changes.**Forecasting**:- Evaluates and improves forecasting systems.- Integrates diverse data sources.- Trains others in demand forecasting.**Manufacturing Requirements Planning (MRP)**:- Oversees production scheduling, aligning demand with capacity.- Adjust plans based on forecasts and orders.**Supplier Management**:- Build strong supplier relationships.- Enforce quality standards.- Monitors performance.- Ensure compliance.**Inventory Management**:- Manages inventory operations.- Sets benchmarks.- Ensures adequate levels.- Resolves inventory issues.**Logistics Management**:- Designs logistics plans.- Improve planning processes.- Tracks shipments.- Manage carrier relationships.- Advice on operational requirements.- Lean Manufacturing- Six Sigma Certification- APICS CPIM or CSCP National Certification- Expert in inventory management and control, purchasing, parts distribution and/or supply chain/logistics.- Expert in information technology, supply chain planning, global purchasing, operations and / or quality- Develop and deploy creative / original solutions to complex problems.- Elevated level of business acumen, with the ability to lead large-scale enterprise transformation activities for a business division.- Ability to translate strategic vision to actionable performance.- Ability to establish and monitor policies and guidelines.- Thorough understanding of company policies and procedures- Solid product knowledge**Additional Information**:- Location: Santa Catarina, Nuevo Leon.- This position is five-day a week in-office model.- This position will require travelling up to 25% of working time (Domestic and International).- Valid Travel Visa and Passport- Domestic Relocation assistance is available for this position.- Do not forget to include a resumé in English in your profile in Workday.**Final details****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.**Relocation is available for this position.**Posting Dates**:octubre 8, 2025 - octubre 15, 2025Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to applyNot ready to apply? Join our Talent Community.