Caterpillar Inc. · 15 hours ago
Distribution Development Representative
Caterpillar Inc. is a global team focused on creating sustainable communities. The Distribution Development Representative will lead the development and execution of business strategies with Cat® dealers and partners, aiming to enhance customer success and drive business growth.
ConstructionMachinery ManufacturingManufacturingMechanical Engineering
Responsibilities
Work with business partners across the organization and outside consultants to gain industry trends and collect voice of the customer and voice of the business to propose ideas for business growth
Manage metrics, dashboards and supporting management tools in place to monitor performance and develop processes to increase sales
Plan and direct all projects viewed as critical to department and the enterprise
Gather information and assess the market including competitive issues, market dynamics, market service needs and the company position in the industry by securing a leadership role within the trade associations, technical bodies and schools particular to this sector
Qualification
Required
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
Customer Focus: Knowledge of the values and practices that align customer needs and satisfaction as primary considerations in all business decisions and ability to leverage that information in creating customized customer solutions
Strategic Thinking: Knowledge of the importance of 'big picture' thinking and planning; ability to apply organizational acumen and competitiveness to identify and maintain focus on key success factors for the organization
Relationship Management: Knowledge of relationship management techniques; ability to establish and maintain healthy working relationships with clients, vendors, and peers
Data Gathering & Analysis: Knowledge of data gathering and analysis tools, techniques, and processes; ability to collect and synthesize data from a variety of stakeholders and sources in an objective manner to reach a conclusion, goal, or judgment
Preferred
Value Selling: Knowledge of the principles and practices for selling products, technology and services; ability to provide overall product/service 'value' and to differentiate support offerings that address clearly understood customer needs
Negotiating: Knowledge of successful negotiation concepts and techniques; ability to negotiate successfully across the organization and with external vendors and clients in a constructive and collaborative manner
Decision Making and Critical Thinking: Knowledge of the decision-making process and associated tools and techniques; ability to accurately analyze situations and reach productive decisions based on informed judgment
Experience working with Caterpillar dealers
Sales or operations experience
Project management experience
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
Company
Caterpillar Inc.
For 100 years, we’ve been helping customers build a better, more sustainable world.
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$3.51BKey Investors
US Department of EnergyAdvanced Propulsion Centre UK
2025-08-28Post Ipo Debt· $3.5B
2024-10-31Grant· $5.04M
2019-06-23Grant
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