Senior Sales & Operations Planning Manager – Large Mining Truck

Caterpillar Inc.

Caterpillar S&OP leader aligning global Large Mining Truck demand, capacity, supply chain, and financial plans. Driving executive consensus, operational excellence, and profitable growth.

Posted 8/4/2026full-timeDecatur • Illinois • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $159,120 - $238,680 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in S&OP, demand planning, and supply chain management, with a strong focus on data-driven decision-making and strategic planning. Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams, establish KPIs, and drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance business performance.

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S&OP ManagementDemand PlanningSupply Chain PlanningForecasting MethodologiesLeadership Development

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Hard Skills

Demand ForecastingStatistical AnalysisMarket IntelligenceCapacity ManagementMaterial Requirements Planning (MRP)Production SchedulingKPI EstablishmentOperational Risk AssessmentScenario-Based PlanningInventory Management

Soft Skills

Strategic ThinkingCustomer-Focused MindsetExecutive CommunicationInfluencing Without AuthorityCollaboration

Industry Keywords

Mining IndustrySupply Chain ProcessesOperational DisciplineCross-Functional CollaborationContinuous Improvement

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Own and lead the global monthly S&OP process for the Large Mining Truck portfolio
Develop demand forecasts and scenario-based planning strategies aligned with market opportunities and operational capabilities
Drive executive consensus on demand, supply, capacity, inventory, and financial plans
Lead long-range capacity planning and identify strategic investments required to support growth
Govern inventory strategies, model mix optimization, and order fulfillment priorities across the portfolio
Provide executive-level communication and recommendations on risks, opportunities, and business performance
Partner with regional sales teams to understand market dynamics, competitive positioning, and customer demand signals
Collaborate with manufacturing, engineering, procurement, and supply chain teams to align production and material strategies
Establish and monitor KPIs across forecast, production, inventory, and customer delivery performance
Lead cross-functional efforts to identify, mitigate, and escalate supply chain constraints and operational risks
Drive continuous improvement initiatives that enhance planning accuracy, decision quality, responsiveness, and business outcomes
Develop and coach a high-performing team while fostering collaboration, accountability, and operational discipline
Influence enterprise investment and capacity decisions and develop operating plans supporting global mining demand, revenue, and customer commitments

Requirements

What you’ll need

Extensive experience in S&OP, supply chain planning, demand planning, operations, or manufacturing
Experience managing end-to-end supply chain processes
Knowledge of forecasting methodologies, statistical analysis, market intelligence, and demand planning techniques
Ability to translate changing market conditions into actionable business plans
Highly data-driven, with ability to convert complex information into actionable business insights
Strategic thinking and ability to balance short-term execution with long-term business objectives
Customer-focused mindset with a bias toward action and results
Ability to analyze complex business challenges, assess risks and opportunities, and make sound data-informed decisions
Ability to establish meaningful KPIs, measure performance, identify improvement opportunities, and drive sustainable business results
Comfortable operating in dynamic and ambiguous business environments
Proven ability to lead across organizational boundaries and drive execution in a matrixed environment
Strong executive presence and communication skills
Proven ability to influence and drive alignment without direct authority
Strong leadership capabilities and experience developing high-performing teams
Knowledge of manufacturing planning systems, production scheduling, capacity management, and material requirements planning (MRP)
Moderate travel required (5%–15% of working time)
Must work onsite five days a week
Visa sponsorship is not available
Successful completion of a drug screen required as a condition of employment

Benefits

Comp & perks

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
Domestic relocation offered
Professional growth opportunities, including leadership programs