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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.

Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc.

When you join Caterpillar, you’re joining a global team who care not just about the work we do – but also about each other.  We are the makers, problem solvers and future work 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.

Our Product Support and Logistics Division (PSLD) is one of the most innovative divisions within Caterpillar. In PSLD, as within all of Caterpillar, our priority is our customers and helping them build a better world. We touch nearly every element of the services value stream. PSLD is responsible for Aftermarket Parts Distribution of Cat Parts, Integrated Logistics and Global Services supporting Caterpillar dealers and customers. Our teams work together in critical areas that leverage digital capabilities, technology and operational excellence.

As a Transportation Analyst, you will be responsible for supporting and improving the technology solutions that enable global ground transportation operations. You will serve as a subject matter expert for transportation management systems, including Blue Yonder and internal transportation platforms, ensuring systems remain operational, effective, and aligned with business needs. In this role, you will partner with technical and business teams to troubleshoot system issues, identify and implement enhancements, and drive continuous improvement through analytics, automation, and AI. You will also contribute to long-term, project-based initiatives focused on improving transportation processes, increasing efficiency, and establishing consistent global standards, while providing timely support when critical system issues arise.

Additional Information:

• This role is located in Morton, IL and does not offer relocation or sponsorship.
• This role is 1st shift, Monday – Friday.
• This role is 100% on-site with no opportunity for hybrid or remote schedules.
• This role requires up to 10% domestic and/or international travel.

What You Will Do:

• Serve as a subject matter expert for transportation systems, including Blue Yonder, with a focus on system development and automation.

• Support and enhance transportation management systems and related technology used by global transportation teams.

• Troubleshoot system issues, identify bugs, and partner with technical teams to implement fixes and enhancements.

• Lead continuous improvement efforts to streamline processes, improve efficiency, and drive standardization.

• Identify opportunities to leverage automation, analytics, and AI within transportation processes.

• Partner with business and technical teams to translate operational needs into system solutions and enhancements.

• Support system implementations and ensure solutions align with business requirements and operational standards.

• Develop and document system processes and provide training and support to end users.

• Manage long-term strategic projects while responding to urgent system and operational issues as needed.

What You Have (Basic Requirements):

• Accountability: Understanding the importance of taking personal responsibility; ability to take personal responsibility for assignments, decisions and results, and focus on activities that have the greatest impact on meeting work commitments.

• 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.

• Data Gathering & Analysis: Knowledge of data gathering and analysis tools, techniques, and processes; ability to collect and synthesize data from a variety of stakeholders and sources in an objective manner to reach a conclusion, goal, or judgment.

• Problem Solving: Knowledge of approaches, tools, techniques for recognizing, anticipating, and resolving organizational, operational or process problems; ability to apply knowledge of problem solving appropriately to diverse situations.
  
  
  

What Will Set You Apart (Top Candidates Will Have):

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Logistics, Supply Chain, or a related field
• Experience with transportation, logistics, or supply chain operations
• Experience with Transportation Management Systems (TMS), preferably Blue Yonder
• Experience supporting, configuring, or improving business systems and applications
• Strong process automation and continuous improvement experience
• Ability to translate business needs into requirements and partner effectively with IT and development teams
• Experience with Power BI and/or Tableau
• Knowledge of SQL, Python, Snowflake, and/or APIs
• Experience identifying and implementing opportunities using automation, analytics, or AI
• Lean or Six Sigma experience
• Experience with a TMS software provider or transportation technology organization is a plus
  
  

What You Will Get:

This is Caterpillar – creating and delivering world-class components and solutions superior to the competition. Learn more about The Caterpillar Experience and why It's More Than a Job, it's a Career at Caterpillar.

Learn more about what happens inside Caterpillar’s Product Support & Logistics Division (PSLD).

About Caterpillar:

Caterpillar Inc. is the world’s leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, off-highway diesel and natural gas engines, industrial gas turbines and diesel-electric locomotives. For nearly 100 years, we’ve been helping customers build a better, more sustainable world and are committed and contributing to a reduced-carbon future. Our innovative products and services, backed by our global dealer network, provide exceptional value that helps customers succeed.

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Summary Pay Range:

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:

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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