Career Area: ProcurementJob Description: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.Why you want the job and why it’s awesome!At Caterpillar Indonesia Batam, we manufacture Hydraulic Shovel products that are instrumental in constructing infrastructure and facilitating mining operations, moving materials that contribute to building a better world.As Purchasing Analyst, you will process requisitions and provides support for purchasing, supply chain, sourcing, cost, price analyses and contract/purchase order generation.Additional InformationShift: NormalWork location: Batam, Kepulauan RiauThis position requires the candidate to work a 5-day-a-week schedule in the office.Relocation: Domestic relocation options are available.What You Will Do: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.What Skills You Have: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.Purchasing Tasks and Activities: Knowledge of policies, regulations and processes of purchasing; ability to use practices and procedures for procurement of materials, components, equipment and services.Project Management: Knowledge of effective project management strategies and tactics; ability to plan, organize, monitor, and control projects, ensuring efficient utilization of technical and administrative resources to achieve project objectives.Procurement: Knowledge of buying and procurement; ability to work with organizational strategies and practices, and use tools for buying goods, supplies, equipment and services needed to conduct business.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.Degree and Experience Requirement:Bachelor’s degree in an engineering-related field.3–5 years of experience in purchasing or a related discipline.Proficient in English, both written and verbal.Practical experience with ERP systems, especially SAP, and familiarity with Power BI for data analysis and reporting.Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret complex data sets.Physical Requirements (With or Without Reasonable Accommodation):This job requires extensive active movement throughout the plant including climbing stairs and steps, lifting devices, and pushing and pulling equipment.What You Will GetOur goal at Caterpillar is for you to have a rewarding career. Our teams are critical to the success of our customers who build a better world. Here you earn more than just a salaried wage because we value your performance, we offer a total rewards package that provides benefits (medical, dental, vision, pension, and accident & life insurance) along with the potential of an annual bonus.Final DetailsPlease frequently check the email associated with your application, including the junk/spam folder, as this is the primary correspondence method. If you wish to know the status of your application – please use the candidate log-in on our career website as it will reflect any updates to your status.Posting Dates: August 29, 2025 - September 11, 2025Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to applyNot ready to apply? Join our .
