Sales & Operations Planning Coordinator

Sales And Operations Planning (S&OP) Coordinator

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Caterpillar is seeking a Sales And Operations Planning (S&OP) Coordinator to join our Tracked Products team. This role is ideal for someone passionate about shaping the future through data-driven forecasting and strategic decision-making.

As the S&OP Coordinator, you will play a critical role in answering three key business questions: How many machines will we sell? When and where will they be shipped from our factories? How many machines do we need to produce? You will be responsible for developing accurate forecasts on a monthly cycle. Your work will directly influence production planning, inventory management, and sales strategy.

What you will do:

• Develop and maintain monthly forecasts for tracked product groups, incorporating supply and demand adjustments, risks, and opportunities.
• Provide data-driven insights and statistical support to justify forecast adjustments.
• Utilize enterprise planning tools to manage shipment plans and forecast inputs; adjust plans based on actual performance.
• Analyze performance metrics to compare forecasted vs. actual results, identifying root causes for variances.
• Report on key S&OP metrics and performance indicators.
• Align product group forecasts with financial business plans and strategic goals.
• Drive continuous improvement in forecasting processes and promote a defect-free culture.

What skills you have:

Data Gathering & Analysis: Strong analytical skills are essential for interpreting complex supply and demand data. Proficiency in tools such as Excel, Snowflake, and Power BI is required to manage and visualize datasets effectively. Familiarity with S&OP processes will significantly enhance your impact in this role. A mindset geared toward continuous improvement — with the ability to envision and implement better future-state workflows — is highly valued.

Problem Solving: Demonstrated ability to identify, assess, and resolve operational and process-related challenges using structured problem-solving methodologies. You should be comfortable applying these techniques across diverse scenarios to support cross-functional decision-making. Accuracy and Attention to Detail: Accuracy is critical in S&OP coordination. You must be able to deliver high-quality work with meticulous attention to detail, ensuring data integrity and reliability in forecasting and planning activities.

Additional Information:

The primary location for this position is Peoria, IL or Tucson, AZ

Domestic relocation assistance is not available.

This position may require 5% travel.

Sponsorship is not available.

Summary Pay Range: $110,520.00 - $165,840.00 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:

• 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