Jason Pemberton

About Jason Pemberton

As an accomplished Procurement Specialist, I bring a robust background in operations, procurement, materials, finance, and supply chain management. My mission is to drive efficiency, reduce costs, and enhance organizational performance through strategic planning and cross-functional collaboration. With over a decade of experience, I have honed my skills in strategic sourcing, supplier relationship management, inventory management, and risk mitigation, consistently delivering results in fast-paced environments. My passion lies in optimizing supply chain processes to achieve operational excellence. I approach challenges with a data-driven mindset and a collaborative spirit, believing that successful outcomes are built on teamwork and effective communication. I take pride in leading high-performing teams, guiding them to strengthen customer satisfaction, generate revenue, and maintain an unwavering focus on quality and process improvement. Throughout my career, I\'ve achieved notable milestones, such as averting a $2.5M cost increase and delivering $4M in annualized cost reductions at Caterpillar. I\'ve led teams to improve backorder performance by 99%, and secured $900K in direct cost reductions alongside $600K in negotiated warranty recoveries. My ability to negotiate and secure improved contractual terms has consistently optimized supply chain reliability and efficiency. I have revitalized underperforming suppliers, resolved production bottlenecks, and ensured continuity of supply, even during challenging economic conditions. My efforts have resulted in improved backorder performance and accelerated delivery timelines, ensuring seamless operations and satisfied stakeholders. I am always eager to connect with like-minded professionals who share a passion for supply chain excellence. Whether you\'re interested in discussing procurement strategies or exploring collaboration opportunities, feel free to reach out. Let\'s work together to drive success and innovation in our industry.

Experience

1. Senior Category Buyer

   Caterpillar Inc.

   Nov 2025 — Present · Mossville, IL, US

   EV Chargers

Education

• Midstate College

  Bachelor’s Degree, Business Administration and Management, General

Skills

• Mrp
• Supplier Development
• Global Sourcing
• Purchasing
• Strategic Sourcing
• Supply Chain Management
• Supply Management
• Supplier Negotiation
• Materials Management
• Supplier Evaluation
• Low Cost Country Sourcing
• Supplier Performance
• Spend Analysis
• E-Procurement
• Purchase Management
• Continuous Improvement
• Six Sigma
• Supply Chain
• Lean Manufacturing
• Process Improvement
• Manufacturing
• Business Process Improvement
• Procurement
• Social Media Communications
• Social Media Integration