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.
At Caterpillar, we work to help our customers build a better world. Without our team of talented, bright and driven individuals, we wouldn’t be the Caterpillar we are today. Now, this is your chance to join our team and do work that matters. We want you to help us enable customer success, make progress possible around the world and help our communities grow and thrive. We are looking for a dynamic, organized self-starter to join our Product Support and Logistics Division as a Parts Lifecycle Analyst in Morton, IL.
Our Product Support and Logistics Division (PSLD) is one of the most innovative divisions within Caterpillar. In PSLD, as within all of Caterpillar, our priority is our customers and helping them build a better world. PSLD is responsible for the worldwide distribution of Cat aftermarket parts, integrated logistics, and global service to develop and support our global dealer network and customers.
This role is part of Parts Lifecycle Solutions (PLS), a team focused on enabling consistent, enterprise-wide approaches to how service parts are introduced, managed, and discontinued. The role supports aftermarket parts execution by helping ensure work is coordinated, processes are applied consistently, and priorities are carried out from planning to delivery.
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.
Job Summary:
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As a Lifecycle Analyst in PLS, you will support the Caterpillar aftermarket by executing parts lifecycle processes, enabling training and documentation, and supporting enterprise parts workflows. This role works closely with the internal PLS team, extended PSLD partners, and business stakeholders to support Aftermarket Growth Guide (AGG), Serviceability, Branding, and other PLS-led initiatives.
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This position emphasizes hands-on execution, coordination, and process execution, ensuring work progresses efficiently while supporting issue resolution within defined processes and escalation paths.
Additional Info:
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This role is located in Morton, IL and does not offer relocation
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This role is 1st shift
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This role is 100% on-site with no opportunity for hybrid or remote schedules
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This role requires up to 10% domestic travel
What You Will Do:
- Support execution of key PLS initiatives, including AGG, Serviceability, Branding, and related aftermarket and parts projects
- Execute lifecycle-related workflows such as branding governance processes (criteria evaluation, exception documentation, and periodic review) and other lifecycle execution activities, ensuring standard work is consistently followed
- Support ongoing lifecycle and aftermarket projects, including transition and sustainment of existing tools, dashboards, and process automation efforts
- Coordinate with product groups, supply chain, and cross-functional partners to align priorities and ensure effective execution of lifecycle processes
- Analyze parts and lifecycle data to identify gaps, trends, and opportunities for improvement
- Support development and maintenance of standard work, training materials, and lifecycle documentation
- Monitor shared lifecycle requests and workflows, responding to routine inquiries and escalating issues as needed
- Identify opportunities to simplify, automate, or improve lifecycle processes and execution
What You Have (Required Skills):
- Analytical Thinking: Knowledge of techniques and tools that promote effective analysis; ability to determine the root cause of organizational problems and create alternative solutions that resolve these problems.
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Problem Solving: Knowledge of approaches, tools, techniques for recognizing, anticipating, and resolving organizational, operational or process problems; ability to apply knowledge of problem solving appropriately to diverse situations.
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Process Improvement: Understanding and insight into evaluating current product quality and production methods and ability to maintain focus on the continuous improvement of processes, products and services.
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Service Excellence: Knowledge of customer service concepts and techniques; ability to meet or exceed customer needs and expectations and provide excellent service in a direct or indirect manner.
What Will Put You Ahead (Preferred Skills):
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Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
- Experience in parts, aftermarket, supply chain, manufacturing, procurement, or product group support
- Familiarity with Cat NPI and lifecycle processes such as AGG, serviceability, branding, or enterprise enablement workflows
- Experience with data analysis, reporting tools, or process automation
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and work across cross-functional teams
What You Will Get:
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Through it all, we are one team– creating and delivering world-class components and solutions superior to the competition.
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Learn more about the Caterpillar Experience.
Summary Pay Range:
$97,530.00 - $146,290.00
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:
Subject to plan eligibility, terms, and guidelines. This is a summary list of 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
This position requires working onsite five days a week.
Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position.
Posting Dates:
May 28, 2026 - June 11, 2026
Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen.
Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities. Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply.
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