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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.\nYour Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc.\nWhen 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.\nleader to update the specific information for this job role.\n\nWhat You Will Do:\n· Lead sourcing and procurement activities for cooling and valvetrain commodities, including turbochargers and related components.\n· Develop and execute category strategies to achieve cost, quality, delivery, and supply continuity objectives.\n· Manage supplier relationships and drive supplier performance improvements.\n· Lead commercial negotiations, contract management, and cost reduction initiatives.\n· Collaborate with Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing, and Logistics teams to support NPI and business needs.\n· Monitor market trends, supplier capabilities, and supply chain risks to ensure a resilient supply base.\n· Resolve supplier-related quality, delivery, and capacity issues while ensuring compliance with company policies.\n\nWhat Skills You Will Have:\nStrategic Sourcing & Category Management\nSupplier Relationship Management\nNegotiation & Contract Management\nCost Analysis & Cost Reduction\nSupply Chain Risk Management\nCross-Functional Collaboration\nProject Management\nData Analysis & Problem Solving\nSupplier Development\nCommunication & Influencing Skills\nBusiness Acumen\nRequired Qualifications:\n· Bachelor's degree or higher in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, Manufacturing, or a related field.\n· Proven experience in supplier relationship management and commercial negotiations.\n· Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.\n· Experience working in a cross-functional manufacturing environment.\n· Proficiency with ERP systems (such as SAP) and Microsoft Office applications.\n· Strong verbal and written communication skills in both English and Chinese.\n· Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.\nResults-oriented with the ability to drive execution in a fast-paced environment.\n\nDesired Qualifications:\n· Strong ownership and accountability with a proactive approach to problem solving.\n· Resilience and perseverance when navigating supply chain challenges, negotiations, and changing business priorities.\n· Ability to influence and collaborate effectively across global and cross-functional teams.\n· High integrity and strong ethical standards.\n· Results-oriented mindset with a continuous improvement focus.\n· Adaptability and the ability to perform effectively in a fast-paced environment.\n· Growth mindset with a passion for learning new technologies, industry trends, and business models while continuously developing professional capabilities.\n· Strong business acumen and strategic thinking skills.\nExperience sourcing engine components\nKnowledge of engine and related manufacturing processes.\nExperience managing suppliers across China and the Asia-Pacific region.\nStrong understanding of cost modeling, Value Analysis/Value Engineering (VA/VE), and cost optimization methodologies.\nExperience leading supplier performance improvement and supplier development initiatives.\nProfessional certifications such as CPSM, CPIM, CSCP, or equivalent.\nExperience supporting sourcing activities for New Product Introduction (NPI) programs.\nFamiliarity with APQP, PPAP, and supplier quality management systems.\nExperience working in a multinational or global procurement environment.\n\nAdditional Information:\nTravel request 20%-40%\nAccept evening meeting, no later than 10pm.\nPosting Dates:\nNovember 5, 2026 - November 30, 2026Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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