Senior Procurement Analyst

International; Lisle (IL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Competitive compensation

Job summary

International Motors is seeking a Senior Procurement Analyst to join the Cabin Tower’s Procurement Team, supporting Sustaining and Advanced Engineering programs. You will collaborate with Engineering, Product Development, Manufacturing, Finance, and suppliers worldwide to identify supplier solutions, negotiate agreements, drive cost competitiveness, and ensure launches.

This high-visibility role offers exposure to executive leadership and cross-functional teams, with opportunities for problem

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with 1+ year procurement experience, or Master’s degree with no experience.
• OR 3+ years of purchasing/procurement experience.

Responsibilities

• Partner with Engineering and Category Management to support new product development and advanced engineering initiatives.
• Evaluate supplier proposals and develop sourcing recommendations to optimize quality, delivery, 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.

Skills

Analytical thinker

Strong communicator

Self-starter

Relationship building

Problem solving

Manufacturing interest

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Job description

Position Overview

International Motors is seeking a 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 help identify innovative 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.

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 that optimize quality, 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.

Desired Skills

• Naturally curious and eager to learn.
• Strong communicator who can build relationships across teams.
• Analytical thinker who enjoys solving complex problems.
• Comfortable working in a fast‑paced, collaborative environment.
• Self‑starter who takes initiative and drives results.
• Interested in 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 of Design 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.

EEO Statement

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics. If you are a qualified individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to access the online application system or participate in the interview process due to your disability, please email [e-mail] to request assistance. Kindly specify Job Requisition Number / Job Title and Location in response. Otherwise, your request may not be considered.