Solar Turbines
2027 Entry Level Buyer
San Diego, California · Junior · Internship
No sponsorship$77k-$115kDetected 5 days ago
NegotiationExcelSupply ChainERPContract ManagementLeadershipCommunicationMicrosoft OfficeLean ManufacturingProcurement
About the role
- Career Area: Job Description: Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc.
- This individual operates in compliance with corporate and Supply Chain policies and procedures.
- This position may be located centrally or in regional offices.
Responsibilities
- Effectively evaluates, improves, and sustains supplier performance, including but not limited to: quality, cost, delivery, lead-time, bid & proposal turn-times, project & field support, etc.
- Manages and maintains the supplier relationship at a day-to-day and strategic level. Day-to-day activities include purchase order issuance and maintenance, grief resolution, and business review meetings.
- Participates in and supports cross functional teaming in supplier development, problem resolution, and continuous improvement efforts.
Requirements
- The position requires a bachelor's degree
- Experience with ERP software and proficiency with MS Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Visio)
- communicating and mitigating risk that could impact Solar's ability to meet the business plan.
Nice to have
- Bachelor's degree in business, Engineering, Supply Chain, or another related field
- Prior internship or previous work experience in Supply Chain
- Supply Chain Certification from a professional institution (APICS, IIPMR, ISCEA, ISM, etc.)
- Understanding and demonstration of 6-Sigma and Lean Manufacturing principles.
- 6-Sigma Blackbelt Certification.
- $76,542.00 - $114,814.00
Compensation
- $76,542.00 - $114,814.00
- 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
- Continuously practices and demonstrates Safety and acts in adherence to Our Values in Action.
Equal opportunity
- Equal Opportunity Employer, Including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities.
Visa & Work Authorization
- Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position.
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