Sr Supply Chain Manager

$152,928 - $229,392/Yr

Caterpillar - San Diego, CA

Full-time - Senior

San Diego, CA

5,001-10,000 employees

Machinery Manufacturing

About the position

The Senior Supply Chain Manager at Caterpillar Inc. is responsible for overseeing supply chain compliance, procurement systems, and process management within the Supply Chain Services group. This role focuses on enhancing supply chain processes to increase organizational value and reduce compliance risks, while managing a high-performing team of supply chain professionals. The position requires collaboration with various internal stakeholders to develop support and improvement strategies, leveraging a strong understanding of global supply chain practices and regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

• Ensure supply chain compliance with regulations such as antibribery, chemical management, trade compliance, and Sarbanes Oxley.
• Manage procurement systems including BaaN 5C, Infor LN, Coupa, and others.
• Oversee process management for the Supply Chain Quality Management System and process improvement initiatives.
• Lead and mentor a team of supply chain professionals, including managers and analysts.
• Collaborate with internal customers and supply chain leaders to develop support and improvement strategies.
• Set and sustain supply chain strategy based on best practices in procurement and Lean principles.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Strong knowledge of global supply chain and procurement best practices.
• Experience in purchasing, logistics, manufacturing, or engineering preferred.
• Professional certification in Purchasing and/or Inventory Management preferred (e.g., C.P.M., CPIM, CIRM).
• Demonstrated success in developing, mentoring, and leading teams.
• Excellent communication, organizational planning, and interpersonal skills.
• Previous experience with Six Sigma methodologies (Green Belt, Black Belt, or Sponsor) required.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in additional disciplines such as purchasing, logistics, manufacturing, and/or engineering.

Benefits

• Annual incentive bonus plan
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Paid time off plan (Vacation, Holiday, Volunteer, Etc.)
• 401k savings plan
• Health savings account (HSA)
• Flexible spending accounts (FSAs)
• Disability benefits
• Life Insurance
• Parental leave
• Healthy Lifestyle Programs
• Employee Assistance Programs
• Voluntary Benefits and Employee Discounts
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Career Development