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Caterpillar

4 months ago

4.0 on Glassdoor

Tianjin, Tianjin

Hybrid

Full Time

Senior

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About this role

A Strategic Sourcing Manager at Caterpillar Inc. develops global sourcing strategies for generator and attachment components, managing supplier relationships and contracts to drive cost reductions and supply chain resilience. The role involves leading price negotiations, executing category strategies, and collaborating cross-functionally with engineering and manufacturing teams to optimize performance and capacity. Responsibilities include managing supplier risk, driving continuous improvement initiatives, and supporting new product introdutions while ensuring business continuity.

Responsibilities

Develop and maintain regional and global sourcing strategies.
Lead complex price negotiations and secure sustainable cost reductions.
Manage supplier relationships and drive QCLDM performance metrics.
Execute category strategies to optimize cost and spend.
Proactively manage supplier risk and ensure business continuity

Skills

Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, or BusinessC.P.M. or CPIM certificationSix Sigma Green Belt or Black BeltProfessional certification in procurementSecurity clearance eligibility not required

About Caterpillar

caterpillar.com

Headquarters

Irving, Texas, United States

Company Size

10001+ employees

Founded

1925

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Caterpillar is the world’s leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, diesel and natural gas engines, industrial turbines and diesel-electric locomotives.