Logistics Planning Engineer

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Career Area Supply Chain and Logistics

Overview 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.

Location Batam, Kepulauan Riau

Additional Information

Shift: Normal

Work Environment: This position is based in a manufacturing setting.

This position requires the candidate to work a 5‑day‑a‑week schedule in the office.

Relocation: Domestic relocation options are available.

The Successful Candidate Must Bring

Bachelor’s degree in engineering with minimum 3-5 years of relevant experience.

Demonstrated knowledge of SAP systems for process management, data analysis, and operational efficiency.

Gained hands‑on experience in logistics and storage operations, ensuring effective supply chain management and inventory control.

Possess proficiency in AutoCAD as an added advantage, enabling the creation and interpretation of technical drawings for design and operational purposes.

What You Will Do

Design and implement efficient logistics solutions, including warehouse layouts, material flow, and process optimization to support operational goals.

Analyse storage and productivity data to identify trends, improve utilization, and enhance overall supply chain performance.

Plan and execute warehouse storage design, covering machinery and equipment procurement, workforce allocation, inventory transfer, and integration of WMS and SAP systems.

Manage operational logistics flow layouts using AutoCAD and Epix, ensuring accurate material allocation and optimal space utilization.

Monitor and control logistics assets and budget consumption, aligning procurement decisions with operational needs and cost‑efficiency targets.

Provide training and support for logistics operations, introducing new layouts, workflows, and asset arrangements to ensure smooth implementation of solutions.

What Skills You Have

Accountability: Understanding the importance of taking personal responsibility; ability to take personal responsibility for assignments, decisions and results, and focus on activities that have the greatest impact on meeting work commitments.

Accuracy and Attention to Detail: Understanding the necessity and value of accuracy; ability to complete tasks with high levels of precision.

Decision Making and Critical Thinking: Knowledge of the decision‑making process and associated tools and techniques; ability to accurately analyse situations and reach productive decisions based on informed judgement.

Planning and Organising: Knowledge of the process of planning and arranging tasks and resources; ability to plan and organise both time and resources to get things completed while structuring and maintaining work in a systematic and highly methodical way.

Problem Solving: Knowledge of approaches, tools, techniques for recognising, anticipating, and resolving organisational, operational or process problems; ability to apply knowledge of problem solving appropriately to diverse situations.

Employee Benefit Details Our goal at Caterpillar is for you to have a rewarding career. Our teams are critical to the success of our customers who build a better world. Here you earn more than just a salaried wage because we value your performance, we offer a total rewards package that provides benefits (medical, dental, vision, pension, and accident & life insurance) along with the potential of an annual bonus.

Final Details Please frequently check the email associated with your application, including the junk/spam folder, as this is the primary correspondence method. If you wish to know the status of your application – please use the candidate log‑in on our career website as it will reflect any updates to your status.

Posting Dates December 8, 2025 - December 18, 2025

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

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