Material Planning Analyst

Career Area:

Supply Chain and Logistics

Job Description:

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.

Role:

This role is responsible for planning, scheduling, and coordinating the flow of materials needed to support production plans ensuring that materials are available at the right time, right quantities and right cost while maintaining data accuracy and supporting cross‑functional operations.

What You Will Do:

• Analyze production plan and inventory levels to ensure material availability.
• Collaboration with cross-functional teams to ensure timely material flow and support cross-functional problem solving to resolve material constraints.
• On time shipping assurance with supply base to ensure timely delivery to production plant.
• Monitor inventory levels and analyze trends to maintain optimal stock supporting supply chain key performance indicators (KPIs) such as Supplier Shipping Performance (SSP), past ship/past due, exceptions and out of balance inventory.
• Maintain data integrity by working proactively to fix system issues that could affect information output such as inventory discrepancies, receipts griefs or parameter misalignments (MOQ, packaging lot size, lead time, etc.).
• Timely escalation of material risks and delays to prevent production interruptions and proactive evaluation of alternatives to recommend solutions based on data and operational priorities; recognizing when issues require escalation or cross-functional involvement.

Degree Requirement:

• Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, International Relations, or any field within Supply Chain
• Written and Oral advanced English Level

What skills the ideal candidate will have:

Decision Making and Critical Thinking

• Ability to analyze information objectively, critical thinking for decision‑making across supply chain areas, demonstrate strong analytical capabilities, and effectively manage conflicts to maintain operational alignment

Problem Solving

• Project management capability, including coordinating tasks, timelines, and resources to ensure successful execution of operational initiatives.
• Intermediate to advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office and Excel for data analysis, reporting, and process tracking.
• Knowledge of MRP/ERP systems (desirable SAP proficiency – CBS/CGM module).

Relationship Management

• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to effectively communicate with suppliers, cross-functional teams, and stakeholders.

Internal Resource Coordination

• Ability to manage project-related activities, aligning tasks, timelines, and cross-functional resources to ensure successful execution towards company objectives.

The best candidates will also have:

• Advanced conversational and written English
• 2 years on Supply Chain.
• Desirable (but not mandatory) knowledge of MRP/ERP systems (SAP CBS)
• Advanced Excel with macro and query skills
• Kaizen and/or Lean methodologies
• Power BI Intermediate
• APICS: Certification CPIM or related
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to effectively communicate with suppliers, cross-functional teams, and stakeholders.

Additional information:

Location: Santa Maria Site

This position is from Monday to Friday

Sponsorship for foreign candidates is not available

Domestic relocation assistance is not available for this position.

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Final details

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This position requires working onsite five days a week.

Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position.

Posting Dates:

August 13, 2026 - August 21, 2026

Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply

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