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Senior Strategy Consultant

Caterpillar · Peoria, IL · $128,470–$192,710 a year · Full time

Posted Sep 30, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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About your past

Tell me about a strategy you helped develop and then carried through to execution.

What they are checking: Proof they can move from slides to results, which the posting stresses with both development and execution.

How do you coach business partners on their roles in a project without taking over?

What they are checking: Ability to build project discipline in others, which the posting names directly.

Tell me about an idea for business growth that you proposed and that was rejected. What did you learn?

What they are checking: Resilience and self-reflection about how they pitch ideas to leaders.

What would you do

ADSD supports Cat dealers across the Americas. How would you approach building a mid to long-term business development strategy with an independent dealer?

What they are checking: Whether they understand that dealers are independent businesses and strategy must be built with them, not handed to them.

A dealer principal disagrees with your recommendation. How do you handle it?

What they are checking: Influence and listening with senior business partners who have the final say on their own business.

This role involves up to 25 percent domestic travel and can be based in Irving or Peoria. How do you build relationships with partners you do not see every day?

What they are checking: Habits that keep remote business relationships strong and productive.

How do you prioritize when several business partners all want your time for their initiatives?

What they are checking: Judgment about where strategic effort produces the most value.

About the work

How would you size a growth opportunity for a dealer in a new market segment?

What they are checking: Structured market analysis and comfort with assumptions when data is incomplete.

What project management approach do you use for cross-functional initiatives, and how do you keep momentum?

What they are checking: Practical project control across groups who are not accountable to the consultant.

What financial measures would you use to judge whether a dealer strategy is working?

What they are checking: Business acumen in tying strategy to revenue, margin, market share or similar outcomes.

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The full job description

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Career Area: Sales 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. Our Americas Distribution Services Division (ADSD) provides governance and administration of Cat® dealers across the U.S., Canada, and Latin America. As the Senior Strategy Consultant , you will lead the development and execution of the mid to long-term business development strategy with business partners. Additional Info : • Location: Irving, TX (United States) • Additional Location(s): Peoria, IL (United States) • Required Travel: Up to 25% (Domestic) • Relocation Assistance Offered: Yes (Domestic) • US Work Authorization Sponsorship Offered: None What You Will Do: • Leads cross-functional collaboration with business partners across the organization to propose ideas for business growth. • Collaborating with partners on using a disciplined project management approach and coaching them on their project-related roles and responsibilities • Requires broad experience in Project Management tools and processes, and ability to: facilitate projects, lead chartering sessions, lead integration and compression sessions • Designing, establishing and monitoring the organization's project management goals • Manages metrics, dashboards and supporting management tools in place to monitor performance and develop processes to improve performance What You Have (Required Skills): • 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. • Relationship Management : Knowledge of relationship management techniques; ability to establish and maintain healthy working relationships with clients, vendors, and peers. • 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 • 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. • 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. • 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. What Will Put You Ahead (Preferred Skills): • Strong project management experience • Previous dealer or distribution experience • Relative industry experience • Business development background, especially mergers and acquisitions exposure What You Will Get: Through it all, we are one team – creating and delivering world-class components and solutions superior to the competition. Learn more about the Caterpillar Experience . About Caterpillar: Caterpillar Inc. is the world’s leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, off-highway diesel and natural gas engines, industrial gas turbines and diesel-electric locomotives. For nearly 100 years, we’ve been helping customers build a better, more sustainable world and are committed and contributing to a reduced-carbon future. Our innovative products and services, backed by our global dealer network, provide exceptional value that helps customers succeed. Summary Pay Range: $128,470.00 - $192,710.00 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 This position requires working onsite five days a week. Relocation is available for this position. Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position. Posting Dates: September 30, 2026 - October 14, 2026 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. Not ready to apply? Join our Talent Community .

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