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Entry Level Supply Chain Coordinator

LocationSan Diego, CA
Job TypeFull-time
Salary$76,542-$114,814

About This Job


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.


Job Title: Entry Level Supply Chain Coordinator


Position Overview:

The Entry Level Supply Chain Coordinator is responsible for establishing, administering, and implementing activities that support customer requirements. This includes material procurement, material requirement planning, and capacity planning to meet ordering objectives.


Nature & Scope:

Reporting to the Supply Chain Manager, this role identifies requirements, develops plans, and facilitates the fulfillment of all demand streams for assigned purchased parts. The coordinator collaborates closely with Buyers and production personnel to address supplier capacity issues and support internal customer demand.


Principal Accountabilities:

Manage purchased material requirements to ensure timely availability and optimal inventory levels.
Maintain planning data in MRP systems, oversee order releases, and coordinate with Buyers on capacity planning.
Partner with Buyers and Supplier Development Engineers (SDEs) to manage ordering techniques and communicate shortages.
Coordinate with Manufacturing Production Schedulers to align demand and supply.
Track supplier deliveries, manage schedule changes, and resolve delays by reprioritizing enterprise needs.
Maintain accurate data in the BAAN system (e.g., dates, part setup, lot sizes).
Lead change configuration processes and establish implementation dates for purchased parts.
Facilitate cross-functional collaboration to ensure successful change implementations.
Monitor part revisions and coordinate updates with Suppliers, SDEs, and Production Schedulers.
Manage drop-ship logistics for OV make-complete parts (e.g., castings to machine houses).
Provide supplier scheduling information for New Product Introductions (NPI).
Contribute to cost reduction, inventory optimization, lead-time reduction, lean manufacturing, and Six Sigma initiatives.
Support demand simulations and may lead strategic projects at a senior level.


Skills & Qualifications:

Strong scheduling and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
Knowledge of inventory planning and basic manufacturing operations; product and commodity knowledge is a plus.
Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Proficiency in MS Office, especially Excel, and ERP systems.
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience required; minimum 1 year in a manufacturing environment.
APICS certification and familiarity with Six Sigma principles preferred.
Strong internal customer orientation to drive production needs and facilitate buyer-client feedback.
Solid understanding of Demand/Supply Chain processes and Lean Manufacturing principles.


Summary Pay Range:


$76,542.00 - $114,814.00

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 Caterpillar.


Benefits:

Subject to plan eligibility, terms, and guidelines. This is a summary list of benefits.

Medical, dental, and vision benefits Paid time off plan (Vacation, Holidays, Volunteer, etc.) 401(k) savings plans Health Savings Account (HSA) Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) Health Lifestyle Programs Employee Assistance Program Voluntary Benefits and Employee Discounts Career Development Incentive bonus

Disability benefits
Life Insurance
Parental leave
Adoption benefits
Tuition Reimbursement

These benefits also apply to part-time employees

Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position. This employer is not currently hiring foreign national applicants that require or will require sponsorship tied to a specific employer, such as, H, L, TN, F, J, E, O. As a global company, Caterpillar offers many job opportunities outside of the U.S which can be found through our employment website at www.caterpillar.com/careers.


Posting Dates:


May 27, 2025 - July 4, 2025

Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen.

Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities.


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