At Caterpillar, we're working to help our customers build a better world. We wouldn’t be the Caterpillar we are today without the exceptionally talented, bright and driven people who get the job done. This is your chance to help us make progress possible around the world – for our customers, for growing communities and for every member of our team. We are looking for a dynamic, organized self-starter to join our Resource Industry Supply Management (RISM) as Regional Procurement Manager.
As Regional Procurement Manager at Caterpillar, you will manage the relationship between Caterpillar, and the regional supply base, and interface with Product Supply personnel in region, including filling the functional escalation seat for commercial discussions/negotiations with regional suppliers.
You will execute a regional category strategy that is align with the global category plan. Work with the regional supply base to identify performance gaps based on specific metrics/targets established from the Product and Facility supply organization based on collaboration with the Category to develop improvement plans.
In addition, they will be the recognized experts for his or her assigned Category or Categories in region, and the leader of the execution of global Category strategies within region while driving performance excellence in Quality, Cost, Logistics, Development, and Management (QCLDM) in region. All activities must be aligned to the global category strategies.
As the Regional Procurement Manager, you will:
In People , you will manage a high performing team of purchasing professionals who will develop and ensure the supplier base is capable of meeting the specific products’ Quality, Cost, Logistics, Delivery, Management (QCLDM) requirements. Reporting directly to this position are several of the following; Procurement Supervisors, Buyers, Supplier Development Engineers, and/or Supply Network Analyst.
In Leadership , you will develop, mentor, and train personnel capable of delivering the regional supplier strategy for the assigned category that is aligned with the overall global supplier strategy. Adhere to the approved Performance Management Plan. Maintain the highest ethical and professional standards within this diverse global organization and recognize employee excellence.
In Strategy , through a strong knowledge of the product, NPI, and Category Strategies the incumbent will sponsor, support and participate in both the category and divisional initiatives. Use QCLDM to manage regional suppliers and subcontractors in agreement with Global Category organization. Lead teams to fully understand the requirements and performance of the supply base.
The successful candidate must bring:
Proficiency in English is required; local site language preferred.
Minimum of bachelor’s degree – or equivalent experience required.
Minimum 10 years of job-related experience with regional responsibilities.
Able to acquire an understanding of governmental, environmental, political, and geographic factors that influence a supply base.
Well-developed communication and negotiation skills.
Top candidates will also bring:
Previous 6 Sigma Greenbelt/Black Belt experience.
Knowledge of Quality, Cost Modelling, and NPI tools.
Lean manufacturing, an understanding of lean principles.
Professional certification in Purchasing and/or Inventory Management preferred, e.g.; Certified Purchasing Manager (C.P.M.), Certified in Production and Inventory management (CPIM) and Certified in Integration Resource Management (CIRM), or comparable international certification is preferred. Affiliation with Institute for Supply Management (ISM) and American Production and Inventory Control Society (APICS), or comparable professional purchasing organization.
Additional Information
Shift: Regular Full Time
Work location: Batam, Kepulauan Riau
You will work both in office environment.
Employee Benefit Details
Our goal at Caterpillar is for you to have a rewarding career. Our teams are critical to the success of our customers who build a better world. Here you earn more than just a salaried wage, because we value your performance, we offer a total rewards package that provides benefits (medical, dental, vision, pension, and accident & life insurance) along with the potential of an annual bonus.
Final Details
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Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO).
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