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Job Purpose
Sources indirect materials for multiple locations throughout Progress Rail. Maintains buying responsibilities for all materials and services that do not get added onto locomotives, all packaging used in shipping out parts and components between facilities, as well as service tools sold in the aftermarket.
Company Description
Progress Rail stands at the intersection of legacy and innovation-driving the future of rail with a pioneering spirit. Since its founding in 1983, the company has grown to become one of the world's largest and most trusted providers of railroad products, services, and technologies. Today, Progress Rail delivers a comprehensive portfolio of cost-effective solutions to railway customers around the globe. From the rails themselves to the EMD® locomotives that ride them, the company's products are in operation across more than 100 countries-powering progress and connecting communities. In 2006, Progress Rail joined Caterpillar Inc., further strengthening its ability to lead the rail industry with cutting-edge technology, unmatched expertise, and a commitment to excellence. At Progress Rail, the team is not just building the future of rail-they are making history every day.
Education / Training
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Sales, or related field with 3-5 years of experience in purchasing and negotiation.
Key Job Elements
• Negotiates pricing contracts with suppliers for products and services, including production packaging and service tools for aftermarket orders;
• Creates purchase orders for services and products for multiple locations; creates purchase orders for all planned orders for production packaging;
• Communicates with suppliers and Accounts Payable as well as end users; communicates with all levels of the organization regarding requisition approvals;
• Collaborates with implementation team for Coupa Software to learn and become certified admin user;
• Reviews and approves new suppliers to work on-site with all appropriate authorizations; reviews hazardous materials and works with facilities managers for deliveries;
• Negotiates all leases for mobile equipment for multiple Progress Rail locations;
• Gathers data and creates monthly reporting of all spending;
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.
Qualifications and Experience
• Strong communication skills, both written and oral; ability to listen and communicate at all levels of the organization;
• Advanced Excel/Reporting skills, SAP, LN BON experience a must;
• Negotiation skills with proof of savings in current position;
• Familiarity with Shop supplies and equipment;
• Proficient in MS Office Suite, including MS Word, PowerPoint;
• Analytical problem-solving skills, attention to detail, organization, and time management skills;
• Ability to handle multiple tasks and be a flexible team player; ability to switch gears when something is needed immediately and return to follow up on other projects.
Benefits
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 Progress Rail.**

• Competitive Salary
• 401(k) plan with up to 6% company match (no waiting period with immediate vesting)
• Medical/Dental/Vision/Life/Disability Insurance
• Supplemental Accident, Critical Care, and Hospital Insurance available along with an HDHP and HSA with seed money
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Paid Vacation
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Time-Off (PTO)
• Employee Assistance Plan
• Education Assistance Program
• Employee Recognition Programs
• Site specific Production and Incentive Plans
• Site specific Step and Skill Level Wage Adjustment Plans
• Site Specific Relocation and Sign-on Bonus Programs

*Benefits eligibility varies by job position, full-time/part-time and regular/temporary status. The provisions of the plan documents control such benefits.
**Subject to position, eligibility, and plan guidelines.