Caterpillar Inc.
Global Category Procurement Manager - Electric Drive
Caterpillar Inc., Mossville, Illinois, us, 61552
Global Category Procurement Manager - Electric Drive
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Caterpillar Inc. This role is part of the Caterpillar Energy & Transportation segment. It provides leadership on electric drive component and system procurement strategies, delivering year over year QCLDM performance improvements and creating value through a global supply network. Job Summary
Caterpillar’s Energy & Transportation Purchasing department has an exciting opportunity for a Global Category Procurement Manager in Mossville, IL. In this role, you will provide leadership to strategic categories for electric drive components and systems. What You Will Do
Develop, communicate and implement a worldwide sourcing strategy for electric drivetrain components and systems. Manage and develop supplier performance, relationships and agreements/contracts, collaborating across engineering, facilities and product supply managers. Lead and develop a high performing team of supplier development engineers and procurement professionals. Set and sustain procurement strategy for electric drive solutions and components. Lead cost management initiatives, identifying and executing cost reduction opportunities aligned with enterprise financial goals. What You Will Have
Extensive negotiation experience and ability to negotiate successfully across the organization and with external vendors. Experience in category management and optimizing end‑to‑end procurement processes. Skilled in supplier management and strategic sourcing methods. What Will Set You Apart
Expertise in global sourcing strategies within the electric motor and power electronics industry. Success in developing and executing category and supplier strategies aligned with enterprise goals. Strong commercial acumen with experience in contract negotiation and managing complex supplier agreements. Leadership experience building high‑performing teams. Exceptional communication and negotiation skills. Degree Requirement
Bachelor’s Degree in a related field. Additional Information
Position located Mossville, IL; requires full‑time, in‑office availability 5 days a week. Domestic and international travel 25‑50%. Domestic relocation assistance offered. Visa sponsorship not available. Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision benefits. Paid time off (vacation, holidays, volunteer, etc.). 401(k) savings plan. HSA, 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. Compensation
$144,960.00 - $217,320.00 Posting Dates
October 28, 2025 - November 11, 2025 Equal Opportunity Statement
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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Join to apply for the
Global Category Procurement Manager - Electric Drive
role at
Caterpillar Inc. This role is part of the Caterpillar Energy & Transportation segment. It provides leadership on electric drive component and system procurement strategies, delivering year over year QCLDM performance improvements and creating value through a global supply network. Job Summary
Caterpillar’s Energy & Transportation Purchasing department has an exciting opportunity for a Global Category Procurement Manager in Mossville, IL. In this role, you will provide leadership to strategic categories for electric drive components and systems. What You Will Do
Develop, communicate and implement a worldwide sourcing strategy for electric drivetrain components and systems. Manage and develop supplier performance, relationships and agreements/contracts, collaborating across engineering, facilities and product supply managers. Lead and develop a high performing team of supplier development engineers and procurement professionals. Set and sustain procurement strategy for electric drive solutions and components. Lead cost management initiatives, identifying and executing cost reduction opportunities aligned with enterprise financial goals. What You Will Have
Extensive negotiation experience and ability to negotiate successfully across the organization and with external vendors. Experience in category management and optimizing end‑to‑end procurement processes. Skilled in supplier management and strategic sourcing methods. What Will Set You Apart
Expertise in global sourcing strategies within the electric motor and power electronics industry. Success in developing and executing category and supplier strategies aligned with enterprise goals. Strong commercial acumen with experience in contract negotiation and managing complex supplier agreements. Leadership experience building high‑performing teams. Exceptional communication and negotiation skills. Degree Requirement
Bachelor’s Degree in a related field. Additional Information
Position located Mossville, IL; requires full‑time, in‑office availability 5 days a week. Domestic and international travel 25‑50%. Domestic relocation assistance offered. Visa sponsorship not available. Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision benefits. Paid time off (vacation, holidays, volunteer, etc.). 401(k) savings plan. HSA, 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. Compensation
$144,960.00 - $217,320.00 Posting Dates
October 28, 2025 - November 11, 2025 Equal Opportunity Statement
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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