Solar Turbines

Solar Turbines

Procurement Specialist

San Diego, California · Senior · Part-time

No sponsorship$113k-$169kDetected 13 days ago
NegotiationExcelSupply ChainProcurementERPContract ManagementLeadershipCommunicationMicrosoft OfficeLean Manufacturing

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Cap-exempt (no lottery)0
Sponsors this role80
Entry-level history0
PERM / green-card track0
Lottery odds (Level III)83
Fits your clock70

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About the role

  • 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.

Responsibilities

  • A Procurement Specialist will manage relationships of moderately strategic to complex suppliers.
  • There is an expectation to both participate and lead projects from conception to maturity that directly support organizational objectives.
  • Develops and maintain relationships with internal clients and supplier executives.
  • Applies advanced Supply Chain knowledge to manage processes, establish policies, and develop value-adding strategies.
  • Monitors and manages ownership of risk from financial, business continuation, and compliance perspectives.
  • Supplier Management - Manages each relationship of moderately complex suppliers.

Requirements

  • The position requires a Bachelor's degree with 5-7 years of purchasing experience or equivalent experience in similar business role.
  • Alternatively, the qualified candidate can have a Master's Degree in Business, Engineering, Supply Chain or other related field with 3-5 years of purchasing experience or equivalent experience in similar business role.
  • Experience with ERP software and proficient with MS Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Visio).
  • Contract Management - Develops agreements that align with sourcing strategies and utilizes appropriate standard Solar contracts with legal review, as required.

Nice to have

  • Supply Chain Certification from a professional institution (ASCM, APICS, IIPMR, ISCEA, ISM, or comparable International Certification).
  • Affiliation(s) with ISM, ASCM/APICS or comparable professional purchasing organizations.
  • Demonstrated background(s) in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, Manufacturing, or related field.
  • Individual Contributor Behavior consisting of customer commitment, priority setting, proactiveness, accountability and professional growth.
  • 6-Sigma certification as a Blackbelt or Greenbelt with project and team leadership experience.
  • Understanding and application of Lean Manufacturing principles.
  • Strong Communication and Analytical Skill Sets.
  • Proven Influencing and Interpersonal Skill Sets.

Skills

  • The successful candidate will have demonstrated skills and competencies that include:
  • Works closely with users defining supplier performance measurements and reporting frameworks.

Compensation

  • $112,704.00 - $169,056.00
  • Please note that salary is only one component of total compensation at Caterpillar.
  • Compensation and benefits offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, job level, market location, job-related knowledge, skills, individual performance and experience.

Benefits

  • This is a summary list of benefits.
  • Medical, dental, and vision benefits*
  • Paid time off plan (Vacation, Holidays, Volunteer, etc.)*
  • Health Savings Account (HSA)*
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)*
  • Health Lifestyle Programs*
  • Voluntary Benefits and Employee Discounts*
  • Incentive bonus*
  • Disability benefits

Company info

  • 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.
  • This individual operates in compliance with corporate and Supply Chain policies and procedures and continuously practices and demonstrates Safety and acts in adherence to Our Values in Action.
  • This position acts with a sense of urgency and is diligent in providing timely support to internal clients and external customers.

Visa & Work Authorization

  • Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position.

This listing is sourced directly from Solar Turbines's careers page and normalized into a canonical job model.