When you are a Purchasing Analyst at Caterpillar, you will assist the manager in day-to-day functions such as budget management, resource management, purchasing verifications, as well as serve as point of contact for purchasing request. You will process invoices and prepare purchase orders within the purchasing system.

Job Duties/Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:

• Enter purchase orders and check requests into the purchasing system. Review entries to ensure proper association to projects and general ledger accounts.
• Coordinate the acquisition, tracking and usage of computer hardware, software and telecommunication resources. Prepare and review purchase orders, contract agreements and invoices for appropriate manager approval. Process these documents in a timely manner. Send approved purchase orders to vendors, track shipments and deliveries, and maintain files of packing list and receiving documentation.
• Confer with managers, Accounting and/or Legal staff and/or vendors as necessary to resolve any questions related to invoices. Resolve discrepancies.
• Analyze contracts, identify opportunities to improve or simplify agreements and facilitate the implementation of these improvements. Negotiate contracts and restructure existing agreements with vendors.
• Identify, implement and use mechanical tools to track all computer hardware and software and telecommunication assets. Compare the software inventory with accounting purchase records to ensure the company maintains appropriate licensing agreements for all software programs in use.
• Review hardware, software and telecommunications maintenance agreements, invoices, and leases for computer hardware systems. Ensure the correct amount of maintenance is paid promptly and all contracts and leases are active and current. Contact vendors to discuss questions related to contract and lease documentation.
• Participate in accomplishment of continuous improvement objectives for the department. Progress toward accomplishment of these is measured through maintenance of necessary measurements and analysis of associated data. Participate in the identification of problem areas and development of resolutions to address them.
• Understand the Harassment policy of the company and for its application in all aspects of employment.
• Analyze situations and make recommendations using available data.
• Show initiative in pursuing goals while concentrating on results and remaining flexible.
• Develop and maintain good interpersonal relationships, working effectively with others within and outside the company.
• Strive for quality as well as timeliness.
• Desire to learn and take proactive steps to increase knowledge.
• Demonstrate successful problem solving and job planning abilities.
• Must be a self-starter and have the ability to work independently.

Required Qualifications:

• Knowledge of and ability to apply math computation skills.
• Knowledge of accounting distribution principles and ability to verify correctness and completeness of such information.
• Demonstrated ability to accomplish general office tasks.
• Demonstrated ability to utilize Access database management.
• Demonstrated ability to utilize Office Suite Products (Excel, Word, etc.)
• Demonstrated ability to utilize Project Management methodology.
• A Bachelor’s Degree; or an Associate’s Degree in any of the business disciplines and a minimum 2 years exempt or non-exempt experience in inventory processing, purchasing, contract administration, financial statement analysis and/or accounting; or a High School Diploma or equivalent GED certificate and a minimum of 4 years exempt or non-exempt experience in inventory processing, purchasing, contract administration, financial statement analysis and/or accounting.

Desired Qualifications:

• Familiar with company policies and procedures with a strong department background.
• Able to build strong relationships with various stakeholders.

Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO)

EEO/AA Employer. All qualified individuals - including minorities, females, veterans and individuals with disabilities - are encouraged to apply.

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