Cat Parts Sourcing Specialist

6 days ago

Edmonton, Canada Finning International Inc. Full time

Company:
Finning Canada

Worker Type:
Temporary (Fixed Term)

Position Overview:
Join Finning and play a critical role in sourcing and expediting parts when Caterpillar supply is constrained. This position offers:

- Opportunities to solve complex sourcing challenges and keep customer equipment running.
- A collaborative environment with strong stakeholder engagement.

As a CAT Parts Sourcing Specialist, you’ll manage end-to-end procurement functions, validate supply constraints, research alternative solutions, and implement sourcing strategies to improve parts availability and reduce downtime for customers.

Job Description:

- Order parts from Caterpillar and non-Cat suppliers to meet customer delivery requirements.
- Monitor stock, consolidate emergency orders, and maintain accurate records.
- Expedite emergency orders considering vendor timelines, transportation, and costs.
- Investigate inventory issues and recommend process improvements.
- Collaborate with branches, planners, and supply chain teams to resolve constraints.
- Provide backup support during high-volume periods or absences.
- Ensure compliance with safety and company policies while representing Finning professionally.

Day-to-Day Activities:

- Order parts from Caterpillar and non-Cat suppliers to meet customer delivery requirements.
- Monitor stock, consolidate emergency orders, and maintain accurate records.
- Expedite emergency orders considering vendor timelines, transportation, and costs.
- Investigate inventory issues and recommend process improvements.
- Collaborate with branches, planners, and supply chain teams to resolve constraints.
- Provide backup support during high-volume periods or absences.
- Ensure compliance with safety and company policies while representing Finning professionally.

Requirements:

- 3+ years combined experience in either a post-secondary education in Operations Management, Supply Chain, related field or relevant job experience.
- Strong mechanical aptitude and familiarity with heavy equipment is an asset.
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.
- Proficiency in MS Office (advanced Excel) and experience with MRP systems (Lawson preferred).

Important:

- Based out of our Edmonton head office.
- Temporary, full time role for 6 months.
- Monday - Friday, 5x2 schedule.

At Finning, we prioritize creating a diverse and inclusive environment. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and we actively encourage all individuals to express themselves and achieve their full potential. As a company, we continuously strive to enhance our outreach to individuals of all backgrounds and identities. We do not discriminate against applicants based on gender identity, race, national and ethnic origin, religion, age, sexual orientation, marital and family status, and/or mental or physical disabilities. Furthermore, Finning is committed to collaborating with and providing reasonable accommodations /adjustments to individuals with disabilities. If you require an adjustment/accommodation at any point during the recruitment process, please inform your recruiter.

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