What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director Supply Chain position at Solar Turbines?
Career Area:
Supply Chain and Logistics
Job 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.
About Solar Turbines
Solar Turbines is a global leader in providing energy solutions that help businesses, governments and public institutions find the perfect balance between affordable, available, and reduced carbon energy. Headquartered in San Diego, California, Solar is a wholly owned subsidiary of Caterpillar Inc. Solar manufactures the world’s most widely used family of mid-sized industrial gas turbines, ranging from 1 to 39 megawatts. More than 16,000 Solar units are installed in more than 100 countries with more than 3 billion operating hours. Solar is a leading provider of energy solutions, featuring an extensive line of gas turbine-powered compressor sets, mechanical drive packages and generator sets.
Job Summary:
Reporting to the Vice President of Turbomachinery, the Supply Chain Director will be responsible for the direction of all aspects of Supply Chain execution for Packaging, Indirect Purchasing, Balance of Plant, Construction Services, Service Parts and WW Field Operations. This position sets the vision, provides leadership and clarity of the vision for the team, drives a passion for continuous improvement and velocity in support of Solar’s long-term vision.
What You Will Do (Key Responsibilities):
Caterpillar Inc. is the world’s leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, off-highway diesel and natural gas engines, industrial gas turbines and diesel-electric locomotives. For nearly 100 years, we’ve been helping customers build a better, more sustainable world and are committed and contributing to a reduced-carbon future. Our innovative products and services, backed by our global dealer network, provide exceptional value that helps customers succeed.
Summary Pay Range:
$199,659.00 - $299,489.00
Compensation and benefits offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, job level, market location, job-related knowledge, skills, individual performance and experience. Please note that salary is only one component of total compensation at Caterpillar.
Benefits:
Subject to plan eligibility, terms, and guidelines. This is a summary list of benefits.
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.
Posting Dates:
April 1, 2025 - April 7, 2025
Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen.
EEO/AA Employer. All qualified individuals - Including minorities, females, veterans and individuals with disabilities - are encouraged to apply.
Not ready to apply? Join our Talent Community.
Supply Chain and Logistics
Job 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.
About Solar Turbines
Solar Turbines is a global leader in providing energy solutions that help businesses, governments and public institutions find the perfect balance between affordable, available, and reduced carbon energy. Headquartered in San Diego, California, Solar is a wholly owned subsidiary of Caterpillar Inc. Solar manufactures the world’s most widely used family of mid-sized industrial gas turbines, ranging from 1 to 39 megawatts. More than 16,000 Solar units are installed in more than 100 countries with more than 3 billion operating hours. Solar is a leading provider of energy solutions, featuring an extensive line of gas turbine-powered compressor sets, mechanical drive packages and generator sets.
Job Summary:
Reporting to the Vice President of Turbomachinery, the Supply Chain Director will be responsible for the direction of all aspects of Supply Chain execution for Packaging, Indirect Purchasing, Balance of Plant, Construction Services, Service Parts and WW Field Operations. This position sets the vision, provides leadership and clarity of the vision for the team, drives a passion for continuous improvement and velocity in support of Solar’s long-term vision.
What You Will Do (Key Responsibilities):
- Develop and execute plan for strategic growth
- Provide visible and engaged leadership in the areas of planning and execution to enable the team to meet supply chain objectives and commitments to internal customers.
- Effectively manage business relationships and transactions with suppliers of raw materials or product components; ability to apply related knowledge, experience and skills into real practice.
- Bring knowledge of processes and methods of inventory management; ability to effectively manage organization's materials, commodities, merchandises, or products.
- Develop and execute supplier alliance and long-term agreements with key suppliers that are identified as suppliers of material or components that are critical to Solar's business success. This includes developing new sources to fulfill the needs of new products that are entering the development and production cycle.
- Identify and pursue opportunities to improve profitability and lower the overall cost of purchased goods by partnering with suppliers, negotiating contracts and streamlining existing processes.
- Develop strategic sourcing partners in low-cost areas of the world and generate savings by pooling company procurement volumes to enhance the velocity and effectiveness of the supply chain to reduce lead-times.
- Develop and maintain deep, collaborative relationship with Supply Chain Director peer in Turbomachinery and peers in Manufacturing Operations, Engineering, and Customer Service value chains.
- Align on strategic priorities with Turbomachinery supply chain
- Champion service and responsiveness across organizations
- Decision Making and Critical Thinking: Expert level knowledge of the decision-making process and associated tools and techniques; ability to accurately analyze situations and reach productive decisions based on informed judgment. Ability to resolve complex technical and commercial issues while maintaining the flow of material and services needed to support the 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. Ability to develop and execute sweeping sourcing strategies that support Solar's continued business growth.
- Lean 6 Sigma: Knowledge of Lean 6 Sigma is essential as well as an extensive understanding of manufacturing operations and processes.
- Proven Leadership Ability: Ability to lead and influence teams, leaders and partners in a matrixed environment.
- This role will be based in San Diego and follow a hybrid schedule (3 days/week onsite) with domestic and international travel up to 25%.
- Domestic relocation assistance is available for those who qualify.
- Visa Sponsorship will not be offered for this role.
- This position is eligible for stock or other equity grants pursuant to Caterpillar’s long-term incentive plan
Caterpillar Inc. is the world’s leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, off-highway diesel and natural gas engines, industrial gas turbines and diesel-electric locomotives. For nearly 100 years, we’ve been helping customers build a better, more sustainable world and are committed and contributing to a reduced-carbon future. Our innovative products and services, backed by our global dealer network, provide exceptional value that helps customers succeed.
Summary Pay Range:
$199,659.00 - $299,489.00
Compensation and benefits offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, job level, market location, job-related knowledge, skills, individual performance and experience. Please note that salary is only one component of total compensation at Caterpillar.
Benefits:
Subject to plan eligibility, terms, and guidelines. This is a summary list of benefits.
- Medical, dental, and vision benefits*
- Paid time off plan (Vacation, Holidays, Volunteer, etc.)*
- 401(k) savings plans*
- Health Savings Account (HSA)*
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)*
- Health Lifestyle Programs*
- Employee Assistance Program*
- Voluntary Benefits and Employee Discounts*
- Career Development*
- Incentive bonus*
- Disability benefits
- Life Insurance
- Parental leave
- Adoption benefits
- Tuition Reimbursement
- These benefits also apply to part-time employees
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.
Posting Dates:
April 1, 2025 - April 7, 2025
Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen.
EEO/AA Employer. All qualified individuals - Including minorities, females, veterans and individuals with disabilities - are encouraged to apply.
Not ready to apply? Join our Talent Community.
Salary : $199,659 - $299,489
