Category Buyer
Core
Lead sourcing and procurement activities for engine components, developing category strategies to achieve cost, quality, delivery, and supply continuity objectives.
Role type
Senior Category Buyer (Procurement)
Builds
Engine component supply base for Caterpillar's manufacturing operations
Domain
Heavy machinery manufacturing / Engine components
Required skills
Strategic Sourcing, Supplier Relationship Management, Commercial Negotiation, Contract Management, Cost Analysis, Supply Chain Risk Management, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Project Management, Data Analysis, Supplier Development
Preferred skills
Cost modeling, VA/VE, NPI sourcing support, APQP/PPAP knowledge, Global stakeholder influence
Technologies
SAP, Microsoft Office
Responsibilities
Lead sourcing and procurement activities for engine components; Develop and execute category strategies; Manage supplier relationships and drive performance improvements; Lead commercial negotiations and contract management; Collaborate with Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing, and Logistics teams; Monitor market trends and supply chain risks; Resolve supplier-related quality, delivery, and capacity issues.
Seniority
Mid-to-Senior, hands-on IC