Senior Procurement Analyst

International; Illinois; On-site; USD 68,000 - 102,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

International Motors in Lisle, Illinois is seeking a Senior Procurement Analyst to join the Procurement Team, supporting Sustaining and Advanced Engineering programs. You will collaborate with Engineering, Product Development, Manufacturing, Finance and suppliers globally to identify supplier solutions and drive cost competitiveness.

The role offers exposure to executive leadership, high-visibility projects, and opportunities to develop sourcing strategies, negotiate agreements, and lead

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree as stated, with related purchasing/procurement emphasis.
• Legal authorization to work in the United States.
• Experience in purchasing/procurement is required, varies by degree.

Responsibilities

• Partner with Engineering and Category Management to support new product development.
• Evaluate supplier proposals and develop sourcing recommendations to optimize quality, delivery, and total cost.
• Negotiate commercial agreements including piece price, tooling, packaging, and supplier investments.
• Participate in cross-functional program reviews and collaborate to solve supply chain challenges.
• Present sourcing strategies and recommendations to leadership teams.

Skills

Curious and eager to learn

Strong communicator

Analytical thinker

Fast-paced, collaborative

Self-starter

Manufacturing, engineering interest

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Job description

Position Overview

International Motors isseekinga driven, analytical, and collaborative Senior Procurement Analyst to join our Procurement Team within the Cabin Tower, supporting Sustaining and Advanced Engineering programs. In this role, you will work alongside Engineering, Product Development, Manufacturing, Finance, and suppliers around the world to bring new products to market. You will helpidentifyinnovative supplier solutions, negotiate commercial agreements, drive cost competitiveness, and ensure critical programs launch successfully. This is a high-visibility position offering exposure to executive leadership, global suppliers, and cross-functional teams. It is an excellent opportunity for individuals who enjoy problem solving, relationship building, strategic thinking, and making a measurable impact on the business.

Responsibilities

Why You'll Love This Role

• Real Product Impact: Influence components used on commercial vehicles built and sold worldwide.
• Cross-Functional Work: Partner with Engineering, Manufacturing, Finance, and global suppliers.
• Leadership Exposure: Present recommendations and support decisions that matter to the business.
• Innovation + Problem Solving: Help solve cost, timing, quality, and launch-readiness challenges.
• Career Foundation: Build negotiation, project management, sourcing, and supplier strategy skills.
• Growth Opportunity: Develop a path toward future roles in Procurement, Supply Chain, Operations, or Program Management.

What you'll Do

• Partner with Engineering and Category Management Teams to support new product development and advanced engineering initiatives.
• Evaluate supplier proposals and develop sourcing recommendations thatoptimizequality, delivery performance, innovation, and total cost.
• Negotiate commercial agreements including piece price, tooling, packaging, and supplier investments.
• Participate in cross-functional program reviews and collaborate with stakeholders to solve complex supply chain and product development challenges.
• Present sourcing strategies and business recommendations to leadership teams.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor's degree and at least 1 year of purchasing/procurement experience

OR

• Master's degree and no experience

OR

• At least 3 years of purchasing/procurement experience

Additional Requirements

• Qualified candidates, excluding current employees, must be legally authorized on an unrestricted basis (US Citizen, Legal Permanent Resident, Refugee or Asylee) to be employed in the United States. We do not anticipate providing employment related work sponsorship for this position (e.g., H-1B status)

Desired Skills

What We’re Looking For

• Naturally curious and eager to learn.
• Strongcommunicator whocan build relationships across teams.
• Analyticalthinkerwho enjoys solving complex problems.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
• Self-starter who takes initiative and drives results.
• Interestedin manufacturing, engineering, supply chain, and business strategy.

Preferred Skills

• Sourcing, procurement, or negotiation experience.
• Strong analytical and financial evaluation skills.
• Knowledge of Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) concepts.
• Experience with project management and cross-functional collaboration.
• Understanding ofDesign for Manufacturing (DFM), Value Analysis/Value Engineering (VA/VE), or cost optimization principles.
• Excellent presentation and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities while meeting deadlines.

Benefits and Compensation

This position offers competitive market-based compensation, along with a comprehensive benefits package designed to support employee wellbeing. You can learn more about the benefits offered for this position by visiting https://careers.international.com/#benefits.The expected salary offered for this position will fall within the stated range, with the final offer based on the candidates' applicable skills, knowledge, and experience.

Salary Minimum: USD $68,000.00/Yr.

Salary Maximum: USD $102,000.00/Yr.

Company Overview

About TRATONWith its brands Scania, MAN, International, and Volkswagen Truck & Bus, TRATON SE is the parent and holding company of the TRATON GROUP (https://traton.com/) and one of the world's leading commercial vehicle manufacturers. The Group's product portfolio comprises trucks, buses, and light-duty commercial vehicles. "Transforming Transportation Together. For a sustainable world.": this intention underlines the Company's ambition to have a lasting and sustainable impact on the commercial vehicle business and on the Group's commercial growth.

About InternationalFrom a one-man company built on the world-changing invention of the McCormick reaper in 1831, to the 15,000-person-strong company we are today,few companies can lay claim to a history like International. Based in Lisle, Illinois, International Motors,