Supply Chain Manager

Job Purpose
The Supply Chain Manager at Caterpillar's Progress Rail Maintenance of Way Division provides coordination between our Customers, Operations, and Suppliers. The candidate will help design and successfully execute Supply Chain strategies and processes in addition to supporting the day-to-day activities around planning, purchasing, warehousing and logistics for the Decoursey, Taylor Mill KY facility. The manager will drive enhancements in our ERP system to continuously improve on-time delivery to customers, reduce supply chain costs, optimize inventory turns, and increase vendor performance. The candidate will be the single point of contact for all direct and indirect material procurement and be responsible for overall department performance.

A strong candidate is one who can demonstrate an ability to design and implement strategies and processes while demonstrating a strong, "hands-on" approach to learning our products and practices. The manager will direct the activities purchasing and warehouse professionals at the plant. The manager will report to the Director of Supply Chain and have a dotted line reporting relationship with the DeCoursey Plant Manager.

Req ID
11426BR

City
Taylor Mill

State:
Kentucky

Company Description
Progress Rail stands at the intersection of legacy and innovation—driving the future of rail with a pioneering spirit. Since its founding in 1983, the company has grown to become one of the world's largest and most trusted providers of railroad products, services, and technologies. Today, Progress Rail delivers a comprehensive portfolio of cost-effective solutions to railway customers around the globe. From the rails themselves to the EMD locomotives that ride them, the company's products are in operation across more than 100 countries—powering progress and connecting communities. In 2006, Progress Rail joined Caterpillar Inc., further strengthening its ability to lead the rail industry with cutting-edge technology, unmatched expertise, and a commitment to excellence. At Progress Rail, the team is not just building the future of rail—they are making history every day.

Key Job Elements
Planning and Forecasting:

• Build and develop relationships with sales, engineering, operations, and finance to manage product life cycles and on-going demand;
• Develop and manage inventory strategies across the supply chain to achieve business objectives.

Strategic Sourcing and Procurement:

• Lead negotiation of supplier contracts and management of vendors to ensure price, volume, quality and delivery criteria are met;
• Identify and execute cost reduction opportunities across the supply base and all material groups;
• Build and develop relationships with key suppliers, collaborating where possible to improve costs, quality and responsiveness;
• Identify and qualify new suppliers to mitigate supply risk and ensure supply chain flexibility;
• Review and approve Purchase Orders.

Warehouse Management:

• Provide oversight over warehouse and warehouse personnel; directly manage warehouse manager and indirectly manage warehouse staff;
• Assist with setting and evaluating Safety Stock and Inventory levels to satisfy internal manufacturing and external part sales requirements;
• Drive consistency and efficiency in managing and controlling material and tooling needs (incorporation of barcoding, vending, check-in / check-out, etc.).

Logistics:

• Ensure compliance with domestic and international

corporate logistics programs;

• Resolve service issues with transportation companies;
• Verify that all logistics to and from facility are managed

and tracked for OTD.

Supply Chain Strategy and Continuous Improvement:

• Establish, implement and ensure compliance of supply

chain policies and procedures;

• Maintain, communicate, and improve Supply Chain

Key Performance Indicators;

• Improve effectiveness of our ERP system;
• Continually develop expertise in Supply Chain team to

support company growth;

• Complete other special projects and analyses as needed.

Education / Training
4 year college degree in business, supply chain, engineering or similar field preferred;

• At least 7 years of experience in a manufacturing or supply chain role.

Qualifications And Experience
Experience with multiple Supply Chain disciplines, forecasting/planning, logistics, purchasing or quality;

• Excellent analytical, verbal and written communication skills;
• Ability to structure and solve complicated problems;
• People management experience;
• Excellent time-management skills, including the ability to prioritize and manage workload;
• High proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, especially Excel; Previous experience with an ERP/MRP system is required;
• Travel as necessary.

Benefits
Compensation and benefits offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, job level, market location, job-related knowledge, skills, individual performance, and experience. Please note that salary is only one component of total compensation at Progress Rail.**

• Competitive Salary
• 401(k) plan with up to 6% company match (no waiting period with immediate vesting)
• Medical/Dental/Vision/Life/Disability Insurance
• Supplemental Accident, Critical Care, and Hospital Insurance available along with an HDHP and HSA with seed money
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Paid Vacation
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Time-Off (PTO)
• Employee Assistance Plan
• Education Assistance Program
• Employee Recognition Programs
• Site specific Production and Incentive Plans
• Site specific Step and Skill Level Wage Adjustment Plans
• Site Specific Relocation and Sign-on Bonus Programs
• Benefits eligibility varies by job position, full-time/part-time and regular/temporary status. The provisions of the plan documents control such benefits.
• Subject to position, eligibility, and plan guidelines. EEO Progress Rail is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities.

Job Category
Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Purchasing

PRS Facility Location
Decoursey, KY - Trackworks - 016