Sr. Manager Information Technology

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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.

Join Caterpillar IT’s Modern Manufacturing Digital Platform team to lead a group delivering scalable digital capabilities that support the Modern Manufacturing Transformation. This technology portfolio includes advanced generative AI solutions such as digital twins, digital assistants, and other innovative capabilities. In this role, you will help shape cutting-edge solutions that redefine how manufacturing and supply chain operations engage with technology through AI-driven experiences.

What You Will Do:

• Delivers tangible business value through technology solutions that are aligned to the business strategy and priorities.

• Provides thought leadership to proactively solve business challenges and issues.

• Manages operational stability, health, and availability of technology solutions.

• Protects the business and brands across cyber, risk, and compliance requirements.

• Prioritizes resources to achieve strategic business outcomes.

What You Have:

Leadership & Delivery

•             End-to-end program and portfolio delivery management

•             Strategic planning and execution

•             Cross-functional team leadership

•             Executive stakeholder management

•             Decision-making and conflict resolution

Business & Product Management

•             Demand intake and portfolio prioritization

•             Business case development

•             Value realization and benefits tracking

•             Product and service lifecycle management

•             Customer and business relationship management

Execution & Operations

•             Program and project management

•             Agile, Scrum, and hybrid delivery methodologies

•             Dependency and release management

•             Risk, issue, and escalation management

•             Financial and budget management

Technical & Enterprise Skills

•             Enterprise application delivery

•             Digital product development

•             Enterprise architecture alignment

•             Data-driven decision making

•             SDLC, DevOps, and platform delivery practices

Communication & Influence

•             Executive communications and presentations

•             Negotiation and influence without authority

•             Change management and organizational alignment

•             Facilitation and governance leadership

•             Strong written and verbal communication skills

Top Candidates Will Also Have:

• 8+ years of experience leading complex business and technology initiatives.

• Proven experience managing programs across multiple business units and technology teams.

• Demonstrated ability to lead intake, planning, execution, and deployment activities at enterprise scale. Excellent communication, leadership, risk management, and problem-solving skills.

• Knowledge of Agile, product delivery, and enterprise governance practices.

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, Computer Science, or related field; advanced degree preferred.

• PMP, PgMP, SAFe, Agile, or equivalent certifications preferred.

Additional Info:

• The ideal location for this role is East Peoria-IL, Irving-TX

About Caterpillar –

For more than a century, Caterpillar has helped build a better, more sustainable world. With 2025 sales and revenues of $67.6 billion, Caterpillar Inc. is shaping the future as the world’s leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, off-highway diesel and natural gas engines, industrial gas turbines and diesel-electric locomotives. Backed by one of the largest independent global dealer networks and financing services through Cat Financial, the company’s primary business segments: Power & Energy, Construction Industries and Resource Industries are solving customers’ toughest challenges through commercial excellence and advanced technology, driven by a highly skilled, dedicated global team. Learn more at www.caterpillar.com. 

Summary Pay Range:

Compensation and benefits offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, job level, market location, job-related knowledge, skills, individual performance and experience. Please note that salary is only one component of total compensation at Caterpillar. 

Benefits:

Subject to plan eligibility, terms, and guidelines. This is a summary list of benefits.

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits*

• Paid time off plan (Vacation, Holidays, Volunteer, etc.)*

• 401(k) savings plans*

• Health Savings Account (HSA)*

• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)*

• Health Lifestyle Programs*

• Employee Assistance Program*

• Voluntary Benefits and Employee Discounts*

• Career Development*

• Incentive bonus*

• Disability benefits

• Life Insurance

• Parental leave

• Adoption benefits

• Tuition Reimbursement

* These benefits also apply to part-time employees

Posting Dates:

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

Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities.  Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply.

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