Job Description

Title: Inventory Analyst 3

Location: On-site in Seguin, TX (Hybrid: 2–3 days in office/week)

Duration: 12-month contract with potential for extension

Pay Rate: $24/hour (W2) or $28/hour (C2C)

Summary:

This is a critical backfill role supporting material planning and production for Caterpillar’s Power Generation and SEG teams. The Inventory Analyst ensures timely part delivery, drives inventory reduction, improves on-time delivery, and supports operational continuity through effective supplier coordination and planning.

What You’ll Do:

• Manage material flow and ensure timely delivery of materials to production lines
• Collaborate with suppliers and internal teams to reduce inventory and improve delivery
• Analyze part schedules and convert requirements into appropriate actions
• Support production planning by ensuring part availability at point of use
• Apply root cause analysis to resolve quality or supplier performance issues
• Support engineering changes and forecast improvements

Top Priorities in the First 90 Days:

• Take initiative and build strong communication with suppliers and internal teams
• Demonstrate Excel proficiency in planning and reporting tasks

Required Skills & Experience:

• 5+ years of experience in supply chain, logistics, or inventory planning
• Associate’s, Bachelor’s, or Master’s degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, or Industrial Engineering
• Strong Excel and PowerPoint skills
• Knowledge of MRP systems (training provided)
• Strong problem-solving, communication, and organizational skills

Nice to Have:

• Experience with material control, parts distribution, purchasing, or transportation/logistics
• Familiarity with tools like LogNet and MTS systems

Work Environment & Schedule:

• On-site at the Seguin Engine Assembly Plant
• Flexible schedule around 8:30 AM – 3:00 PM (40 hours/week)
• Office-based, adjacent to production floor
• Daily collaboration with production and planning teams

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