Parts Inventory Analyst at CATERPILLAR ASIA PTE LTD

Halfway house, Gauteng, South Africa -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

15 Feb, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

17 Nov, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Analytical Thinking, Attention To Detail, Collaboration, Communication, Data Analysis, Inventory Management, Problem Solving, Customer Focus, SAS, Power BI, SQL, Excel

Industry

Machinery Manufacturing

Description

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. Who we are: PSLD is responsible for the worldwide distribution of Cat aftermarket parts, integrated logistics, segment procurement, and the design and manufacture of wear and maintenance components. 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! The opportunity: Are you analytically minded and passionate about data, supply chain, and customer service? Do you want to make a direct impact on dealer performance across international markets? Then this might be the opportunity you’ve been looking for. We have an exciting opportunity for a Parts Inventory Analyst where you’ll play a vital role in helping our dealers optimize their inventory strategies and improve parts availability. Through data-driven insights, close collaboration, and impactful projects, you’ll contribute to achieving our service and inventory objectives across the Europe, Africa, and Middle East (EAME) region. You’ll be part of the newly established Dealer Aftermarket Collaboration organization – a multifunctional team aligned around industry and dealer needs, focused on delivering customer-centric solutions and driving aftermarket services growth throughout Caterpillar’s global network. What you will do: Serve as the primary business and system support contact for dealers using the Parts Inventory Collaboration (PIC) platform Deliver monthly inventory performance analysis packs and provide actionable insights to support dealer inventory reviews Learn and apply advanced data analysis techniques and inventory management logic Lead or support projects such as: Identifying root causes of service loss Explaining inventory growth Evaluating alternative stocking policies Quantifying business impacts of changes in dealer stocking behavior Collaborate closely with internal stakeholders across divisions Leverage SAS, Power BI, and other analytical tools to extract insights and drive improvements Skills You Will Have Analytical Thinking: Ability to interpret data and turn insights into actionable recommendations. Attention to Detail: Deliver accurate, high-quality work with precision. Collaboration: Work effectively with diverse teams to achieve shared goals. Communication: Convey ideas clearly and listen actively to ensure understanding. What will put you forward: Bachelor’s degree (preferably in Supply Chain, Business Analytics, Engineering, or a related field) 3–5 years of relevant professional experience Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Excellent written and verbal communication abilities fluent in English, French is a plus A customer-focused mindset and the ability to work cross-functionally Proficiency in Snowflake, SQL, SAS, Excel, or other data analytics tools Understanding of Supply Chain and Inventory Management principles Additional Information: Onsite, five days a week (Kempton Park) Please 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. Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers applicants for all positions. Caterpillar commits itself to the realization of employment equity goals as envisaged in the South-African Employment Equity Act and policies relating to workplace equality. Caterpillar is committed to creating a dynamic work environment that values diversity and inclusion, respect and integrity, customer focus, and innovation. For more information, visit https://www.caterpillar.com/en/careers/why-caterpillar.html Caterpillar takes data privacy seriously and is committed to compliance with The Protection of Personal Information Act in South Africa. Candidate CVs are used for the limited purpose of evaluating suitability for this job role and deleted from our database when it is no longer needed for the purpose as soon as it is practicable. For more information on Caterpillar’s privacy practices, please visit our Global Data Privacy Statement. Follow us on Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn, and YouTube. NB: The panel cannot make assumptions when shortlisting therefore please demonstrate your qualifications and experience on your CV relevant to the criteria outlined. Pending the number of applications, the criteria for the position may be enhanced to facilitate shortlisting. How We Support You Our 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 wage, because we value your performance, we offer a total rewards package that provides day one benefits along with the potential of a variable bonus and additional benefits. We value authenticity and encourage candidates to submit original, personally crafted responses throughout our hiring process. Use of AI-generated content may disadvantage your application. What’s in It for You? A dynamic and international work environment with a strong culture of innovation and collaboration Opportunities for continuous learning and professional growth, including exposure to Six Sigma and advanced analytics The chance to work on meaningful initiatives that make a real difference for dealers and customers around the work Posting Dates: Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply Not ready to apply? Join our Talent Community. 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.

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Responsibilities

The Parts Inventory Analyst will serve as the primary business and system support contact for dealers using the Parts Inventory Collaboration platform. They will deliver monthly inventory performance analysis packs and provide actionable insights to support dealer inventory reviews.