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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.

At Caterpillar, we work to help our customers build a better world. Without our team of talented, bright and driven individuals, we wouldn’t be the Caterpillar we are today. Now, this is your chance to join our team and do work that matters. We want you to help us enable customer success, make progress possible around the world and help our communities grow and thrive. We are looking for a dynamic, organized self-starter to join our Product Support and Logistics Division as a Logistics Manager 1 .

The Product Support and Logistics Division (PSLD) is one of the most innovative divisions within Caterpillar. In PSLD, as within all of Caterpillar, our priority is our customers and helping them build a better world. We touch nearly every element of the services value stream from procurement to design and manufacturing to distribution. PSLD is responsible for Aftermarket Parts Distribution of Cat Parts, Integrated Logistics, segment Procurement and the design and manufacture of Wear Components (Undercarriage and GET) and Maintenance Components (Seals, Tubes & Hardware, Hose & Couplings, Fluids and Filters).

We’re committed to our customers, who build a better world with our products, services and solutions. We understand and show the value of why they should always choose us. We’re exploring new ideas and opportunities – innovating to discover the breakthroughs necessary for tomorrow’s growth.

Through it all, we are one team – creating and delivering world-class components and solutions superior to the competition.

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As the Logistics Manager for the Product Support & Logistics Division’s (PSLD) Seguin, TX operation, you will manage the South West logistics center (SWLC) and Outbound Engine Shipments for IPSD. In this roll you are to ensure a high degree of client satisfaction and timely processing and distribution of finished prime product engines and MPN (Manufacturing Parts Node) hardware for Caterpillar. Direct reports include Operations Support Staff at the at Caterpillar’s Product Support & Logistics Division’s offices in 2 buildings located on the Seguin Campus. Furthermore, the LNM is responsible for providing leadership, oversight, of a safe logistics operational for the team members. This position is responsible for meeting client needs, managing client relationships and achieving financial objectives for the various client accounts while providing leadership focused on a safe and positive work culture.

Job Duties/Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:

• Working with HR manager, when appropriate, to recruit, select, develop and train staff. Preparing SMART goal objectives. Partnering with HR manager to advance positive management initiatives. Promoting/supporting day-to-day operational and safety issues with support of management team. Working closely with management team to determine methods to monitor the facility for security, maintain the property and provide janitorial service. Purchasing and maintaining equipment and vehicles and purchases office and storeroom supplies.
• Developing and implementing operations changes to reduce costs and/or improve efficiency. Providing direction and guidance for continuous quality improvements, develops and implements operation changes to reduce costs and/or improve efficiency utilizing lean 6 Sigma methodology and resources.
• Developing and managing within the annual Business Plan to meet client needs and satisfaction, ensuring contractual performance standards are met and financial targets including Sales, Capital spend and efficiency targets are achieved. Building a relationship with the client(s) and the community. Becoming a strategic business partner and growing/developing his/her facility in line with Logistics Division strategies/vision.
• Managing operations to ensure client service levels and financial targets (costs, budgets, variable margin and before-tax ) are achieved. Managing distribution operation processes which include but are not limited to receiving, storage, kitting, order filling, packing, shipping, quality control, inspection, scheduling carriers, returns and related functions to provide shipping and operational accuracy.

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree or higher and 5+ years of experience within manufacturing or logistics
• In lieu of a degree, 10+ years of experience within manufacturing or logistics

Top Candidates will also have:

• Spanish proficiency
• Familiarity with international product shipments including customs, compliance and regulations
• Bachelor's degree or higher in an engineering specialty or business administration

Additional Information:

This position is located in the Seguin, TX facility and may provide domestic relocation.

The hours of this position are typically 1st shift, however evening and/or weekend overtime may be required as needed

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

*Subject to annual eligibility and incentive plan guidelines .

Final Details

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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 . #Li

Relocation is available for this position.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.

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