Demand & Orders Analyst

Career Area Supply Chain and Logistics 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 Role Definition Supports customer inquiries for order lead time and order configuration change Responsible for new orders and order change make sure requests can be successfully received by order system and is primarily focused on Demand and order Production planning Order Management AFM customer Handling and ECN coordination activities for the Facility Responsibilities Supervising and controlling new sales orders identifying the key elements and communicate downstream for required actions Auditing order change requests from customers evaluate acceptance of the order change request from a material production plan technical and logistics perspective Serving as primary contact for customer inquiries providing feedback about lead time planned timeline order change order reschedules etc Aligned customers order with Sales production plan to achieve the monthly goal Primary contact with other departments department to manage sales and customer priorities Serving as primary contact for customer order managements Coordinating with multiple functions such as manufacturing Quality Logistics material planning etc to acquire appropriate requirements to meet customer demand Responsible for operational planning and shipment planning to ensure effective order fulfilment Collaborate with CFT team to get promise dates and actively follow-up monitor progress on all the commitments Evaluate demand changes from customers and communicate impact to supply chain group Follow up on internal metric controls like on time past due back orders Gathers and analyses relevant data from multiple sources for keeping product information accurate for effective processing of commercial orders Responsible for Order management from releasing to closure of production orders Responsible for Engineering Change Implementation for the facility in coordination with Engineering Operations Logistics Purchasing and Material Planning functions Managing RSSM process for the facility Lead Production Engineering change meeting with cross functional team to monitor progress implementation Ensures consistently meeting the customer schedules above 95 OTD Take ownership to lead the appropriate action plans for process improvements coordinating with Process Partners Degree Requirement Degree or equivalent experience desiredSkill Descriptors Data Gathering Analysis Knowledge of data gathering and analysis tools techniques and processes ability to collect and synthesize data from a variety of stakeholders and sources in an objective manner to reach a conclusion goal or judgment Level Working Knowledge Follows proper data gathering and analysis processes and policies Reports problems that arise in the data collection process Participates in gathering and analyzing an organization s data based on requirements Documents data from various sources and in various formats Utilizes basic data collection and evaluation tools and techniques Planning Tactical Strategic Knowledge of effective planning techniques and ability to contribute to operational short term tactical 1-2 years and strategic 3-5 years planning in support of the overall business plan Level Working Knowledge Contributes to short-term operational plans Anticipates and adapts to plan changes Monitors progress of work against plan as required to meet objectives Reports variances and makes agreed-upon corrections Under guidance develops tactical plan for own direct responsibility Analytical Thinking Knowledge of techniques and tools that promote effective analysis ability to determine the root cause of organizational problems and create alternative solutions that resolve these problems Level Working Knowledge Approaches a situation or problem by defining the problem or issue and determining its significance Makes a systematic comparison of two or more alternative solutions Uses flow charts Pareto charts fish diagrams etc to disclose meaningful data patterns Identifies the major forces events and people impacting and impacted by the situation at hand Uses logic and intuition to make inferences about the meaning of the data and arrive at conclusions Effective Communications Understanding of effective communication concepts tools and techniques ability to effectively transmit receive and accurately interpret ideas information and needs through the application of appropriate communication behaviors Level Working Knowledge Delivers helpful feedback that focuses on behaviors without offending the recipient Listens to feedback without defensiveness and uses it for own communication effectiveness Makes oral presentations and writes reports needed for own work Avoids technical jargon when inappropriate Looks for and considers non-verbal cues from individuals and groups Problem Solving Knowledge of approaches tools techniques for recognizing anticipating and resolving organizational operational or process problems ability to apply knowledge of problem solving appropriately to diverse situations Level Working Knowledge Identifies and documents specific problems and resolution alternatives Examines a specific problem and understands the perspective of each involved stakeholder Develops alternative techniques for assessing accuracy and relevance of information Helps to analyze risks and benefits of alternative approaches and obtain decision on resolution Uses fact-finding techniques and diagnostic tools to identify problems Demand Management Knowledge of processes and methods of Demand Management ability to effectively sense predict plan for and manage the demand for products and services Level Working Knowledge Assists in the collection and preparation of required demand information Participates in the preparation of short-term demand management for a specific product or site Produces basic demand management reports for senior staff to reconcile the demand balances Summarizes and reports problems such as issues and concerns currently existing in demand management operations Uses tools with guidance to predict and plan demand assess seasonal factors and trends and effectively influence demand Forecasting Knowledge of forecasting tools approaches and practices ability to determine product demand and estimate production requirements and loads Level Working Knowledge Participates in preparation of short-term forecasts for a specific product or site Gathers and analyzes demand data with specific tools and procedures Locates useful information and sources of input used in weekly monthly and quarterly forecasts Researches seasonal trends for a major product or product line Explains common types of business conditions and activities that impact demand Bachelor s degree with minimum of 3 years experience in Supply Chain Manufacturing Experience In working with SAP PP SD moduleMust have good verbal and written communication skillsExperience in Business unit logistic planning demand planning production planningStrong analytical and problem-solving skillsAbility to perform data analysis Excel Tableau Able to build strong relationships with various stakeholders Posting Dates October 21 2024 - November 7 2024Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer EEO Not ready to apply Join our