Demand & Orders Analyst in Desford

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. Together, we are building a better world.

We're looking for a Demand & Orders Analyst to join our global team responsible for forecasting and demand planning across the Manufacturing Parts Node (MPN) Network. This is a great opportunity to build your analytical skills in a global environment. You'll work with large datasets, identify forecasting trends and risks, and provide insights that help drive planning and business decisions across the network.

Why This Role Matters

Your analysis will help improve forecast accuracy, support supply chain planning, and enable better business decisions across the organization.

What You Will Do

• Monitor and analyze forecast performance across the MPN Network, identifying trends, risks, and opportunities for improvement.
• Investigate forecast anomalies and collaborate with business partners to develop corrective actions that improve forecast accuracy.
• Collect, interpret, and analyze data using tools such as Excel, Power BI, and SQL to support planning and decision-making.
• Partner with global cross-functional teams to support forecasting processes and drive alignment across the network.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives by identifying process enhancement opportunities and supporting project execution.
• Provide forecasting insights that support inventory management, supply chain planning, and the Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) process.

What You Bring

• Analytical Thinking: Strong analytical mindset with the ability to identify patterns, trends, and root causes.
• Data Analysis: Interest in working with large and complex datasets; experience using analytical tools and translating data into actionable outcomes.
• Communication & Collaboration: Ability to communicate findings clearly to different audiences; strong collaboration skills and confidence working with stakeholders across teams and regions.
• Problem Solving: Proactive mindset focused on continuous improvement; structured approach to investigating issues and identifying practical solutions; ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining attention to detail.

Your Background

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Economics, Data Analytics, Engineering, or a related field.
• Fluent English.
• Proficient user of Excel.

Nice to Have

• Previous experience in forecasting, demand planning, supply chain, business analytics, or related areas.
• Experience working with large datasets and performance reporting.
• Experience with analytical and reporting tools such as Python, Power BI, Power Query etc.
• Effective communicating and presenting skills with different stakeholders.
• Knowledge of data visualization and business intelligence concepts.
• Experience working in a cross-functional or global business environment.

What We Offer

• Salary: Gross £31,414 - £39,267 (depending on experience).
• Benefits: 27 days annual leave + bank holidays, opportunity to buy additional holiday, up to 9% Bonus, contributory pension scheme – Caterpillar will double the employee's contribution up to 10%, contributory share scheme – Caterpillar will match 50% of the employee's contribution, Employee Support Networks, optional flexible benefits including access to private health and dental care plans, EV car lease etc.

On-site presence is required. Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply.