Translations Project Manager

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Job Description:

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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.

Cat Digital is the digital and technology arm of Caterpillar Inc., leveraging the latest technologies to build industry leading digital solutions for our customers and dealers. With over 1.5 million connected assets worldwide, our teams use data, technology, advanced analytics, telematics, and AI capabilities to help our customers build a better, more sustainable world. 

Job Summary: 
 

The Translation Project Manager is responsible for planning, coordinating, and delivering translation and localization projects across multiple content types. This role works closely with internal business unit clients, external vendors, and linguists to ensure projects are completed on time, within budget, and meet quality standards. The Translation Project Manager also plays a key role in process improvement, vendor management, and adoption of new translation technologies, including AI-enabled solutions

What You Will Do:

• Lead end-to-end translation and localization projects, including scope definition, scheduling, budgeting, and risk management

• Act as the primary liaison between internal business unit clients and external vendors, ensuring clear communication and alignment on requirements and timelines

• Oversee content quality and consistency across all deliverables, ensuring adherence to brand, terminology, and accuracy standards

• Manage vendor relationships, including work assignment, performance monitoring, and onboarding of new resources

• Utilize translation management systems (TMS) and AI-enabled tools to optimize workflows and improve efficiency

• Track and report on project performance, including cost, timelines, and quality metrics, while maintaining translation assets such as glossaries and style guides

What You Will Have:

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.
Collaborating: Knowledge of collaborative techniques; ability to work with a variety of individuals and groups in a constructive and collaborative manner.
Creativity: Knowledge of the approaches, tools, and techniques for promoting creative, original thinking and ability to apply it to a variety of business situations.
Relationship Management: Knowledge of relationship management techniques; ability to establish and maintain healthy working relationships with clients, vendors, and peers.
Project Management: Knowledge of effective project management strategies and tactics; ability to plan, organize, monitor, and control projects, ensuring efficient utilization of technical and administrative resources to achieve project objectives.

Considerations For Top Candidates:

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience desired

• 2-3 years of project management experience preferred

Top Candidates Will Have:

• Strong project management and organizational skills

• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities

• Experience working with vendors and external partners

• Attention to detail to ensure accuracy and quality across all deliverables

• Familiarity with file types preferred

Additional Details:

• This position requires the candidate to work full-time in Peoria

• May require coordination across multiple time zones

• Travel up to 10% could be required for meetings

• Sponsorship is not available

• Relocation is not available

What You Will Get

Working with a Fortune 100 leader, you can build your career on a global scale and take advantage of development opportunities with emerging technologies. We’ve created an inclusive environment for you to explore your passions, make an impact and do the work that really matters. Join Us.

About Caterpillar

Caterpillar Inc. is the world’s leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, off-highway diesel an