at Caterpillar, Inc. in Morton, Illinois, United States
Job Description
Career Area:
Information Analytics
Job Description:
At Caterpillar, we’re working to help our customers build a better world. We wouldn’t be the Caterpillar we are today without the exceptionally talented, bright and driven people who get the job done. This is your chance to help us make progress possible around the world – for our customers, for growing communities and for every member of our team. We are looking for a dynamic, organized self-starter to join our Product Support and Logistics Division as an Associate Data Scientist – Inventory Management Research and Analytics.?
The? Product Support and Logistics Division (PSLD) ?is one of the most innovative divisions within Caterpillar.?In PSLD, as within all of Caterpillar, our priority is our?customers and helping them build a better world. We touch nearly every?element of the services value stream from procurement to design and manufacturing to distribution.?PSLD is responsible for Aftermarket Parts Distribution?of?Cat Parts, Integrated Logistics, segment Procurement?and the?design and?manufacture?of Wear?Components?(Undercarriage and GET) and?Maintenance Components?(Seals, Tubes & Hardware, Hose & Couplings, Fluids and Filters).??
We’re? committed? to?our customers, who build a better world with our products, services and solutions. We understand and?show?the?value of why they should always choose us. We’re exploring new ideas and opportunities -? innovating ?to discover the breakthroughs necessary for tomorrow’s growth.???
Through it all,?we?are?one team (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mYIDne7Q5ek&list=PLwAXbfivFg0jmiNqqgFLeQJpRB\_i-UVln&index=39) ?- creating and delivering world-class components and solutions superior to the competition.???
Learn more about the?Caterpillar?Experience (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GvCYWtWARlk&list=PLwAXbfivFg0jmiNqqgFLeQJpRB\_i-UVln&index=25) ??
The Caterpillar PIC Analytics Team uses quantitative methods such as business simulations, data mining, and advanced statistical techniques to solve problems. The Associate Data Scientist contributes to this mission by leveraging his or her quantitative analysis, data management, modeling and/or data visualization skills as an individual contributor to project teams tasked with solving business problems
Job Duties/Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:
+ Statistical modeling and analysis of dealer parts demand & inventory management
+ Improvement of existing and development of new inventory optimization techniques
+ Execution and analysis of inventory management simulations
+ Analytics-based research supporting project teams
+ Ad-hoc data analysis, data processing, and data visualization
+ Developing/refining large-scale solutions to fit complex situations in multiple unique environments
+ Building familiarity with PIC system functionality and dealer service parts management practices
+ Effective communication of complex concepts and solutions to stakeholders & internal customers
Required Qualifications:
+ Bachelor’s degree, preferably in data analytics, industrial engineering, supply chain management, statistics, economics, mathematics, computer science, or similar fields with quantitative and technically challenging coursework
+ Minimum 2.8/4.0 Cumulative Grade Point Average (no rounding) at current institution
+ Knowledge of basic statistical approaches and/or data management techniques
+ Experience with analytical and statistical modeling and analysis tools like R or Python
+ Experience with data visualization and analytical software like Power BI or Tableau
+ Demonstrated experience working in MS Office Suite of programs
Top Candidates Will Also Have:
+ 1+ years of professional experience utilizing quantitative analysis
+ Master’s or other advanced degree, preferably in data analytics, industrial engineering, supply chain management, statistics, economics, mathematics, computer science, or similar fields with quantitative and technically challenging coursework Demonstrates the ability to communicate effectively verbally and with digital media
+ Demonstrates the ability to effectively communicate concepts using data visualization
+ Enthusiasm for big data processing, research, analytics, and problem solving
+ Demonstrates teamwork, initiative, and interpersonal skills
Additional Information
This role may be in Morton, IL or Chicago, IL.
No relocation is available for this position.
Travel is not required for this role.
Caterpillar is not currently hiring individuals for this position who now or in the future require sponsorship for employment based non-immigrant and immigrant visas. However, as a global company, Caterpillar offers many job opportunities outside of the U.S. which can be found through our employment website www.Caterpillar.com/careers . #Li
Relocation assistance is not available for this position. Any relocation costs incurred would be the responsibility of the selected applicant.
EEO/AA Employer. All qualified individuals – Including minorities, females, veterans and individuals with disabilities – are encouraged to apply.
There’s more to work at Caterpillar than just the work itself. We hire smart, friendly people and it shows in our culture. We hold ourselves to high standards and make sure our values of integrity, excellence, teamwork, commitment and sustainability come to life in the way we work. We make sure our employees feel continuously challenged while also supported. We provide professional growth opportunities, including leadership programs. We celebrate the diversity of our team, while also working together as one Caterpillar.
Our culture, like everything at our company, is made possible by each employee’s contribution. Person by person, we create the environment we work in, and we are proud of the Caterpillar we’ve built.
