Sourcing Analyst – Chemicals

ITW•Glenview, IL

5d•$76,000 - $80,000•Onsite

About The Position

Since its founding more than 100 years ago, ITW has become one of the world’s leading diversified manufacturers of specialized industrial equipment, consumables, and related service businesses. We place a high premium on developing innovative solutions–most of which are developed in tandem with our customers. And we continue to ensure that our customers receive timely, cost-effective service for our innovative products. ITW’s differentiated business model comprises unique core capabilities: our proprietary 80/20 business process, customer-back innovation, and our well-known decentralized entrepreneurial culture. These capabilities are unmistakably ITW—and key to our longevity and strong performance. ITW’s products and solutions are at work all over the world, in deep-sea oil rigs, aerospace technology, bridges and wind turbines, healthcare, the spaces in which we live and work, the cars we drive, and the mobile devices we rely on. We are never, whether we know it or not, more than a few steps from an innovative ITW solution. ITW (NYSE: ITW) is a Fortune 300 global multi-industry manufacturing leader with revenue of $15.9 billion in 2024. and employs ~44,000 people operating in 51 countries. Our headquarters are in Glenview, IL. include a fitness center at no cost to the employees, a cafe, outdoor volleyball courts, walking trails around the facility, employee resource groups, corporate discounts, dry cleaning services, covered/outdoor parking, and much more. We are just a block away from the nearest Metra station, and it is a quick 20-minute train ride to downtown Chicago, museums, lakefront, and other activities. More details on our benefits can be found on our website at https://www.itw.com/careers/benefits-compensation/ The Strategic Sourcing Analyst – Chemicals will support sourcing initiatives across ITW’s Global Chemicals Spend. This onsite role, based at the ITW headquarters in the Chicago suburbs, contributes to the development of enterprise‑wide sourcing strategies for critical cross‑segment chemical categories and defines actionable steps that deliver value to the business. This role is an excellent career development opportunity for individuals with a science or engineering background who are interested in building skills in market research, sourcing strategy, and business analysis. The analyst will conduct broad market research and engage with the supply base, ranging from world‑class manufacturers to channel partners, across a variety of chemical commodities and derivatives. Responsibilities include assessing market price drivers and trends to support business sourcing priorities and participating in category strategy development. Additional responsibilities include conducting risk mitigation assessments, performing cost modeling, supporting contract negotiations, and contributing to sustainability and supplier diversity efforts. Knowledge or experience in chemicals, chemical engineering, materials science & engineering, or polymer science will benefit the individual in this role.

Requirements

A bachelor’s degree specifically in either Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science & Engineering, or Polymer Science is required.
Minimally, having completed a relevant internship is required
Strong data analysis capabilities using Excel, Power BI, and other relevant software systems
Willingness to travel up to 20%
Excellent verbal, written, interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills
Strong project management, analytical, and problem‑solving skills
Technical inclination and intellectual curiosity
Ability to work 5 days a week onsite in the office at the Glenview, IL corporate campus with flexibility in hours.
ITW's Corporate Sourcing Team is not currently hiring individuals for this position who now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge or experience in chemicals, chemical engineering, materials science & engineering, or polymer science will benefit the individual in this role.