Company: Caterpillar Inc.
Location: Johannesburg, Gauteng (onsite, five days a week)
Start date: 1 February 2027
Duration: 1 to 2 years
Closing date: 26 October 2026

About the Programme

Caterpillar is looking for early-career talent to join its Field Representative Development Program. Over one to two years, you will gain hands-on experience, structured training and direct exposure to how Caterpillar works with its Cat Dealers to serve customers around the world.

How the Programme Works

Months 1 to 3: Cohort training. You will learn Caterpillar products, services and industry strategy, build communication and leadership skills, and connect with peers and mentors. You will also visit dealers across the EAME and Central Asia region.

Months 4 to 18: Rotational assignments. You will work in roles across the organisation, take on strategic projects and build technical and commercial skills to prepare for a customer-facing field role.

After the programme: Field roles. Graduates move into one of two roles:

• Product Support Operations Representative: Helping Cat Dealerships improve how they service equipment, manage parts inventory and use digital tools.
• Sales Representative: Supporting and growing machine, engine and aftermarket sales in an assigned territory, and advising dealers on forecasting, sales strategy and product rollout.

What You Gain

• A personalised development plan and a dedicated coach
• Technical, commercial and soft-skill training
• The opportunity to live abroad for a rotation
• Mentorship from industry experts and a strong peer network
• Exposure to strategic projects across the business

Who Can Apply

• A degree in Marketing, Sales, Business Management, Engineering or a related field, or equivalent experience
• Fluent English
• Ability to travel 30% to 70%, depending on assignment
• Willingness to live abroad for up to three months for training or rotation
• A valid passport through August 2027

Skills that will help you stand out:

• Critical thinking and problem solving
• Communication and stakeholder management
• Learning agility and adaptability
• Digital and data literacy, including advanced Excel or Power BI
• Teamwork and collaboration

Experience leading small projects, volunteering, holding leadership roles in student or community groups, or studying or working in a multicultural environment will count in your favour.

Selection Process

1. HR motivational video interview on Microsoft Teams
2. Business interview using a structured, behavioural format
3. Business acumen interview with on-the-spot case questions

Check your email, including your spam folder, for updates after you apply.

Please Note

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Applications close on 26 October 2026, so apply as soon as possible.

Apply for the 2027 Field Representative Development Program