Supply Chain Planning Engineer

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. 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 Supply Chain Planning Engineer , you will be responsible for developing and maintaining data-driven solutions that support the Claims and Returns organization. You will use programming and analytical tools, including SAS and Microsoft Power Platform, to create and enhance applications, data tables, reports, and on-demand analyses. This role will also troubleshoot and improve existing reporting solutions, respond to ad hoc data and application requests, lead moderately complex projects, and communicate findings and solutions to senior management while building an understanding of Returns and Claims processes across SPM and legacy systems. Additional Information: This role is located in Morton, IL and does not offer relocation. 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 5% domestic travel. What You Will Do: Provide technical support for reporting and data solutions used by Supply Planning Management (SPM) and Legacy Claims and Returns teams. Develop, maintain, troubleshoot, and enhance reports, data tables, applications, and analytical solutions. Fulfill new and ad hoc reporting requests, including gathering requirements, identifying appropriate data sources, developing code and queries, and publishing solutions through Power BI or SAS. Use programming and analytical skills to develop applications and solutions that address business and reporting needs. Maintain and update existing SAS programs, reports, and data processes to support evolving business requirements. Analyze data and reporting needs to identify opportunities for improved or innovative data sets, reports, and technical solutions. Investigate and resolve reporting issues, including repairing and enhancing existing reports and applications. Lead moderately complex projects using project management, Six Sigma, and Lean methodologies to manage deliverables, presentations, timelines, and project activities. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including SPM, Legacy Claims and Returns, Policy, Warehouse Operations, and Implementation teams. Partner with team members and stakeholders across multiple global regions to understand requirements and deliver effective data and reporting solutions. Communicate technical information, project updates, analyses, and recommendations effectively to business partners and s…

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