Associate Procurement Professional

8 months ago


Chennai, India Caterpillar Full time

**Career Area**:Purchasing & Procurement**:
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Role Definition
Processes requisitions and provides support for purchasing, supply chain, sourcing, cost, price analyses and contract/purchase order generation.

Responsibilities
- Developing improvement plans to support buyers & professionals related to Response Time, Lean Targets Quality, Cost, Logistics, Development, and Management (QCLDM) to enable optimal and efficient operations.
- Performing analysis and maintenance of assigned processes that produce output excellence, builds expertise for the assign process area, and contributing to continuous improvement efforts.
- Supporting customers and customer proposal efforts with pricing information and supplier selection.
- Performing analytical and administrative tasks in support of purchasing strategic initiatives.

**Required Skills**:
Developing effective forecast models based on industry trends and demand patterns
- Experience in supporting management with risk assessments and mitigation activities
- Proposing and implementing solutions to improve demand forecast accuracy
- Successfully communicate forecast and inventory estimations to management
- Monitor and report on important changes in sales forecasts, budgets, and business strategies
- Conduct monthly forecast maintenance
- Address demand-related issues in a timely and effective manner
- Proven work experience as a Demand Planner or a similar role
- Solid understanding of inventory management practices and procedures
- Good Knowledge in Power BI, SAP Systems, Excel
- Capability to multitask in a fast-paced environment
- Excellent communication skills

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