Career Area

Supply Chain and Logistics

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Role The Logistics Planning Analyst supports daily supply chain and logistics operations by assisting with material‑flow planning, layout improvements, PFEP updates, SAP WM activities, data analysis, and NPI logistics support.

What you'll do

Support logistics planning by developing material‑flow strategies and ensuring efficient POU replenishment.

Contribute to layout optimization, capacity analysis, and material‑handling improvements.

Support logistics activities for new projects (NPI) and operational changes.

Maintain and update PFEP to ensure accurate material data.

Develop flow maps to identify improvement opportunities.

Collect, analyze, and report operational data to support decision‑making.

Support outbound logistics processes and coordination with external warehouses.

Develop and maintain Standard Work for logistics and material‑handling processes.

Apply SFEMA principles to support workflow reliability.

Education Required

Bachelor’s degree in industrial engineering, Mechatronics, Mechanical Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineer Administrator, or a related discipline.

Intermediate conversational English.

What skills will you have:

Planning and Organizing

Intermediate SAP, Excel, and Office skills. (Knowledge of SAP WM)

Coordination of logistics activities and operational follow‑up.





Basic use of AutoCAD for interpreting layouts and plans.

1–2 years in logistics , supply chain, or related operational support areas.

Effective Communication

Clear communication with internal teams and suppliers.

Ability to support basic negotiations to secure favorable conditions.

Accurate documentation and reporting of operational information.

Analytical Thinking

Analysis of logistics and supply chain data using Excel and SAP.

SAP data to support operational decisions.

Proficient in problem‑solving tools such as the 5 Whys, Ishikawa diagrams, and other root‑cause analysis methods

Top Candidate Profile

Advanced English.

Knowledge of material replenishment strategies (KANBAN, JIT, JIS, Kit, etc.)

Additional information

This vacancy is 100% face-to-face and the location is Santa Catarina

Don't forget to place your CV in English

This position works Monday-Friday

Relocation assistance is not available for this position.

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Posting Dates

July 29, 2026 - August 5, 2026

Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply

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📌 Logistics Planning Analyst (Santa Catarina)
🏢 Caterpillar
📍 Santa Catarina