Caterpillar Inc.
Category Buyer III - Electric Power
Employer: Caterpillar Inc.
Locations: Mossville, IL or Lafayette, IN – 5 days a week onsite. Domestic relocation is available. Visa sponsorship is not available. Traveling approximately 25% domestically and internationally.
Job Summary Caterpillar’s Power & Energy Purchasing department is looking for a Category Buyer to provide supply network solutions expertise and use Quality, Cost, Logistics, and Development Management (QCLDM) to support the fast‑growing Electric Power business.
What You Will Do
Serve as the primary contact between Caterpillar and the supply base for global/regional initiatives; lead commercial discussions and negotiations with suppliers.
Drive performance excellence in Quality, Cost, Logistics, Development, and Management (QCLDM) through supplier partnerships.
Collaborate with Supplier Development Professionals (SDPs) and Product/Facility Procurement teams.
Develop, manage, and execute global category strategies, including policies, agreements, source catalogs, and special procurement programs.
Promote the highest level of professionalism and business ethics.
What You Will Have
Data Analytics – extensive experience with techniques for inspecting, cleansing, transforming, and modeling data.
Effective Communications – proven ability to transmit and interpret ideas and information accurately.
Interpersonal Relationships – ability to work constructively with a variety of individuals and groups.
Negotiating – strong knowledge of successful negotiation concepts and techniques.
Supplier Relationship Management – ability to address critical issues and maintain engaged relationships with suppliers.
Strategic Sourcing – ability to analyze, improve, and re‑evaluate the procurement process continuously.
What Will Set You Apart
A bachelor’s degree.
Strong knowledge of product, NPI, facility, manufacturing, supply chain, and category strategies.
Experience in purchasing, supply chain, logistics, manufacturing, or engineering.
Professional certification in purchasing and/or inventory management preferred (e.g., CPM, CPIM, CIRM).
Understanding of Lean Manufacturing principles.
Understanding of QCLDM.
Additional Information
Position can be located in either Lafayette, IN or Mossville, IL.
Domestic relocation is available.
Visa sponsorship is not available.
Travel expected around 25% both domestic and international.
Summary Pay Range $110,520.00 – $165,840.00 (varies by factors such as market location, experience, and performance).
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
Part‑time employees also eligible for benefits.
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.
Posting Dates: December 17, 2025 – January 11, 2026.
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Locations: Mossville, IL or Lafayette, IN – 5 days a week onsite. Domestic relocation is available. Visa sponsorship is not available. Traveling approximately 25% domestically and internationally.
Job Summary Caterpillar’s Power & Energy Purchasing department is looking for a Category Buyer to provide supply network solutions expertise and use Quality, Cost, Logistics, and Development Management (QCLDM) to support the fast‑growing Electric Power business.
What You Will Do
Serve as the primary contact between Caterpillar and the supply base for global/regional initiatives; lead commercial discussions and negotiations with suppliers.
Drive performance excellence in Quality, Cost, Logistics, Development, and Management (QCLDM) through supplier partnerships.
Collaborate with Supplier Development Professionals (SDPs) and Product/Facility Procurement teams.
Develop, manage, and execute global category strategies, including policies, agreements, source catalogs, and special procurement programs.
Promote the highest level of professionalism and business ethics.
What You Will Have
Data Analytics – extensive experience with techniques for inspecting, cleansing, transforming, and modeling data.
Effective Communications – proven ability to transmit and interpret ideas and information accurately.
Interpersonal Relationships – ability to work constructively with a variety of individuals and groups.
Negotiating – strong knowledge of successful negotiation concepts and techniques.
Supplier Relationship Management – ability to address critical issues and maintain engaged relationships with suppliers.
Strategic Sourcing – ability to analyze, improve, and re‑evaluate the procurement process continuously.
What Will Set You Apart
A bachelor’s degree.
Strong knowledge of product, NPI, facility, manufacturing, supply chain, and category strategies.
Experience in purchasing, supply chain, logistics, manufacturing, or engineering.
Professional certification in purchasing and/or inventory management preferred (e.g., CPM, CPIM, CIRM).
Understanding of Lean Manufacturing principles.
Understanding of QCLDM.
Additional Information
Position can be located in either Lafayette, IN or Mossville, IL.
Domestic relocation is available.
Visa sponsorship is not available.
Travel expected around 25% both domestic and international.
Summary Pay Range $110,520.00 – $165,840.00 (varies by factors such as market location, experience, and performance).
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
Part‑time employees also eligible for benefits.
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.
Posting Dates: December 17, 2025 – January 11, 2026.
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