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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.

Why you want the job and why it’s awesome!

We are looking for a talented Senior Communications Specialist to join our Resource Industries (RI) Sales, Services and Technology division to provide communications leadership and bring that purpose to life in direct partnership with our global team, customers and dealers.

The Resource Industries Sales, Services and Technology (RISST) division is one of the most exciting, global and customer-focused organizations across Caterpillar. We are responsible for the go-to-market strategy for surface and underground mining; and we are focused on delivering growth and the ultimate customer experience through advanced technologies including automation and electrification, integrated site solutions and more!

In this role, you will work closely with the RI Electrification leadership team, the RI communications team and overall RI leadership to develop and manage high-visibility content and information for Caterpillar, Customers and Dealers. You will partner closely with key stakeholders across the enterprise to ensure consistent, aligned messaging and deliverables are created.

What you will do:

• Own internal and external strategic communication messaging and planning for the RI electrification and sustainability program including employee articles, press releases, social media, executive presentations, speeches and more.

• Ensure information management strategy is upheld to promote and protect the RI electrification and sustainability messaging.

• Lead global communications and change management processes for Caterpillar’s first-ever Early Learner electrification program.

• Lead agenda development and governance for the RI electrification program for senior leadership across RI and partner segments.

• Lead large-scale event planning and management for employees, customers and dealers.

• Provide strategic communications consultation for two vice presidents (VP) across RI including the VP of electrification and VP and general manager of technology and global sales support with a focus on autonomy and automation technologies.

• Be an integral, and collaborative team member on the highly engaged division and segment communications teams where you will create and share content and key messaging with target and broad audiences.

What Skills you will have:

• Effective Communications: Understanding of effective communication concepts, tools and techniques; ability to effectively transmit, receive, and accurately interpret ideas, information, and needs through the application of appropriate communication behaviors. Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including being detail-oriented and organized. Ability to communicate in a variety of mediums both traditional (e.g., writing, presentations, etc.) & contemporary (e.g., visuals, video, etc.)

• Influencing: Knowledge of effective influencing tactics and strategies; ability to impact decisions within and outside own organization. Ability to effectively coach and counsel fellow employees and divisional leaders on how to form and convey compelling narratives through a variety of mediums (e.g., presentation development, story development, etc.). Ability to use emotional intelligence to impact decisions and initiatives.

• Flexibility and Adaptability: Knowledge of successful approaches and techniques for dealing with change; ability to adapt to a changing environment and be comfortable with change. Ability to maintain confidentiality, build trust and collaborate at all levels of the organization working toward common goals.

• Effectiveness Measurement: Knowledge of effective measurement techniques and ability to measure the quality and quantity of work effort for the purpose of improvement.

• Initiative: Being proactive and committing to action on self-identified job responsibilities and challenges; ability to seek out work and the drive to accomplish goals.

Education requirements: Bachelor’s degree in communications, marketing, or equivalent experience.

Additional Information:

The primary location for this position is Peoria, IL.

Domestic relocation assistance is available.

This position may require 5 – 10 % travel

Sponsorship is not available

This posting will close at midnight on June 19th, 2024.

What you will get:

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 wage, because we value your performance, we offer a total rewards package that provides:

• Competitive Base Salary

• Annual incentive bonus plan*

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage

• Paid time off plan (Vacation, Holiday, Volunteer, Etc.)

• 401k savings plan

• Health savings account (HSA)

• Flexible spending accounts (FSAs)

• Short and long-term disability coverage

• Life Insurance

• Paid parental leave

• Healthy Lifestyle Programs

• Employee Assistance Programs

• Voluntary Benefits (Ex. Accident, Identity Theft Protection)

*Subject to annual eligibility and incentive plan guidelines.

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.

For more information, visit caterpillar.com. To connect with us on social media, visit caterpillar.com/social-media

Relocation is available for this position.

Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position. This employer is not currently hiring foreign national applicants that require or will require sponsorship tied to a specific employer, such as, H, L, TN, F, J, E, O. As a global company, Caterpillar offers many job opportunities outside of the U.S which can be found through our employment website at www.caterpillar.com/careers.

Posting Dates:

June 13, 2024 - June 19, 2024

Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen.

EEO/AA Employer. All qualified individuals - Including minorities, females, veterans and individuals with disabilities - are encouraged to apply.

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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 make sure our employees feel continuously challenged while also supported. We provide professional growth opportunities, including leadership programs. We celebrate the diversity of our team, while also working together as one Caterpillar.

Our culture, like everything at our company, is made possible by each employee’s contribution. Person by person, we create the environment we work in, and we are proud of the Caterpillar we’ve built.