Product Value Stream Director, Underground Hard Rock

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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.

In the Caterpillar Underground Hard Rock Vehicle team you have the opportunity to design, market and support some of the most innovative products available. In this role as a Director Product Value Stream, you will report to the Vice President Product Management and will be responsible for the machine life cycle value chain for the Hard Rock Vehicle (HRV) product within the Load and Haul organization. As a member of the Resource Industries (RI) Operations and Products team, you will need to have a growth mindset, promote continuous improvement, and help build a defect-free culture. We have a fabulous team that does some of the most exciting work at Caterpillar, and we can’t wait for you to join the team!

What You Will Do

• Own the end-to-end machine lifecycle value stream for the Hard Rock Vehicle (HRV) portfolio, including product strategy, quality, assembly processes, machine configuration, bill of materials, and options management.
• Lead cross-functional execution across engineering, manufacturing, supply chain, product management, and value chain teams to deliver cost, quality, reliability, durability, and performance objectives.
• Drive integration across the entire product lifecycle, ensuring alignment from product development and sourcing through manufacturing, customer delivery, product support, and end-of-life management.
• Partner with assembly facilities, systems and components teams, suppliers, dealers, and customers to resolve complex business, product, and operational challenges.
• Lead and develop a global team, including test and validation organizations, while fostering a culture of continuous improvement, collaboration, accountability, and operational excellence.
• Establish priorities, policies, and strategic initiatives that improve customer satisfaction, product quality, manufacturing efficiency, cost competitiveness, and overall business performance.

What You Have

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, or a related field.   In lieu of a degree, 20+ years of experience in Product Engineering, Product Management, Manufacturing, or Value Chain leadership.
• 15+ years of progressively responsible leadership experience in product development, engineering, manufacturing, operations, or value stream management.
• Experience leading global, cross-functional teams and working across complex matrix organizations.
• Demonstrated success managing product strategy, product lifecycle management, and product development within a manufacturing environment.
• Deep knowledge of manufacturing operations, supply chain, quality systems, LEAN/CPI methodologies, and continuous improvement practices.
• Experience working directly with customers, dealers, suppliers, and product support organizations.
• Strong business acumen, including exposure to product costs, warranty, budgeting, revenue, and profit-and-loss considerations.
• Exceptional problem-solving, decision-making, communication, and stakeholder management skills.

Top Candidates Will Also Have

• Experience in underground mining, heavy equipment, or related industries.
• Strong understanding of machine applications, technology, automation, and customer requirements.
• Expertise in value engineering, product design, and product development lifecycle management.
• Proven ability to drive product, operational, and cultural transformation in a global environment.
• A sense of urgency and sound judgment to make critical decisions in a highly visible production environment.
• Ability to influence and collaborate effectively across all organizational levels and global regions.

Additional Information:

• The location for this position is Australia (Burnie, Brisbane)
• Domestic relocation assistance is available.
• This position may require 50% travel.
• Sponsorship is not available.

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

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