Career Area: Enterprise Cross Functional 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. One company, limitless opportunities Caterpillar is the world’s leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, off-highway diesel and natural gas engines, industrial gas turbines and diesel-electric locomotives. We do business on every continent, principally operating through three primary segments – Construction Industries, Resource Industries, and Energy & Transportation – and providing financing and related services through our Financial Products segment. Careers at Caterpillar are limitless, we have opportunities in Engineering, Human Resources, Manufacturing, Marketing, Sales, Supply Chain and so much more. You can create the career you want. It’s your time and talent, make it count. The A pprenticeship A n apprenticeship is a paid job where the employee learn s and gain s valuable, real-life experiences. We are looking for 1 apprentic e to join our Global Supply Chain and Logistics team located at our Peterborough facility (PE1 5FQ). Every engine or piece of equipment we build starts with the components or raw materials that evolve into products to build a better world. Our Global Supply Chain and Logistics team take responsibility for ensuring all have the materials they need, when and where they need them, to meet customer demand. Our apprentices will : earn a competitive salary package, starting at c. £2 4,931 per year, receive 25 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, have access to a contributory share and pension scheme, flexible benefits, flexible working opportunities, family-friendly policies and up to 9% b onus. In collaboration with our partnered training provider, University of Lincoln, our 3 -year d egree a pprenticeship scheme will enable you to grow and develop your capabilities. A longside on-the-job training supported by relat able mentors, apprentices will spend at least 20% of their working hours completing university -based learning lead ing to nationally recognised qualification s through the Level 6 Chartered Manager apprenticeship standard : a Level 6 Chartered Manager Degree A pprenticeship certificate, and a BA (Hons) in Professional Practice in Leadership and Management. As part of this apprenticeship apprentices are required to attend university on a day release basis, and there fore will be to travel. Upon completion of the apprenticeship apprentices can apply for Chartered Manager status. The E xperience During the apprenticeship you will be on a rotational training programme and given the opportunity to experience different functions within Supply Chain and Logistics, designed to expose you to the multiple teams and responsibilities within the department. You’ll learn from and work closely with our experts and improve your knowledge in multiple functions, including some of the following: Orders Management, Material Planning, Master Production Scheduling, Data Analytics, Exports, Imports, Despatch Planning, Global Material Distribution, Packaging and New Product Introduction. You will also work closely with our key process partners and teams around the business including Purchasing, Quality, Business Resources and Sales. Providing a great opportunity to start building your network and knowledge base to allow you to develop and thrive. Work will include, but not be limited to: Management of Customer Accounts i.e. orders received, delivery schedules and Customer Service. Administration of Supplier Schedules ensuring the Right Part, at the Right Place, and at the Right Time. Engine Build Program scheduling and maintenance, to assist the production track in running smoothly and at optimal capacity. Processing of documentation for the compliant Import & Export of goods. Data Analytics and maintenance of Data Visualisation dashboard and reports (including use of software such as Tableau and Power BI). Entry requirement GCSE s : Maths and English GCSEs at Grade 4 (C) or above. A-Levels: Minimum of 96 points from 3 A-Levels NOTE: Equivalent academic qualifications to the above requirements welcome. You can apply with predicted grades. If you’re successful at the interview stage, the job offer will be conditional on you achieving the required grades before September 202 5. Our Culture There's more to work at Caterpillar than just the work itself. We hire smart, friendly people and it shows in our culture. We hold ourselves to high standards and make sure our values of integrity, excellence, teamwork commitment and sustainability come to life in the way we work. We believe diversity and inclusion are fundamental to innovation. We respect and value people with different opinions, experiences and backgrounds and believe that by working together, we can produce better results than any of us can achieve alone. Caterpillar is an equal opportunity employer, and we welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds. Our Sustainability Commitment Caterpillar has a long-standing commitment to sustainability, one of our five Values in Action. It is part of who we are and what we do. We actively lead sustainable green initiatives to preserve the environment, help reduce poverty with the Caterpillar Foundation and stay involved in the communities we help build. Post a pprenticeship Following the successful completion of the apprenticeship, and subject to performance levels and business conditions, you will progress into a job role in one of the functions you experience d throughout the rotational programme. We will continue to provide you with the training and support you need to be successful at Caterpillar. Recruitment Timeline Go Live: January 17 th 2025 Closing Date: February 23 rd 2025 Interview/Assessment Centre Day (in-person): Between April 7 th to 2 nd May 2025 Engagement Day (in-person): July 3 rd 2025 (provisional) Employment Start Date: September 8 th 2025 (provisional) The panel cannot make assumptions when shortlisting therefore please demonstrate your skills and experience on your application relevant to the criteria outlined. Pending the number of applications, the criteria for the position may be enhanced to facilitate shortlisting. NOTE: Only apply for a maximum of two apprenticeship schemes. You may be given the opportunity of being considered for other schemes at a later stage. Recruitment Process Stage one – Online Application: The first stage of the process is to complete the online application; this must be done before the closing date of the role that you're applying for. Once we reach the close date, we will begin reviewing all our applications, this may take a little while and we will contact you as soon as possible to let you know if you have been successful in moving forward to the next stage. Stage two – Assessment Centre : The half day a ssessment c entre (i.e. interview) will look at a range of behaviours such as teamwork, decision-making, communication, and problem-solving. Each will consist of a group exercise, an interview and a presentation. Details will vary depending on the career area /role you are applying for. We aim to make these days fun, inclusive and as relaxed as possible. Stage three – Offer: After the a ssessment c entre, the Caterpillar team will review the feedback and extend offers to our chosen candidates, we aim to do this as quickly as possible. We hold an Engagement Day for all new apprentices to provide you with an opportunity to meet fellow new starters across the facility before your employment start date. Apprentices will join the business in September 202 5. We look forward to receiving your application to join Caterpilla r. If you have a question, please do not hesitate to get in touch with the team o n UKRecruitmentcat.com. Posting Dates: January 17, 2025 - February 23, 2025 Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO). Not ready to apply? Join our Talent Community .