Today, ITW (NYSE: ITW) is a Fortune 260 company that employs nearly 46,000 people with operations in 51 countries. ITW has become one of the world’s leading diversified manufacturers of specialized industrial equipment, consumables, and related service businesses.

　　The ITW campus includes a fitness center at no cost to the employees, a subsidized wellness café, outdoor volleyball courts, a walking trail, employee resource groups, corporate discounts, free parking, and much more. We are a one-block walk to the nearest Metra station for the Milwaukee North line, and it is a quick train ride to/from downtown Chicago.

　　More details on our benefits can be found on our website at https://www.itw.com/careers/benefits-compensation/

　　The e-Sourcing Analyst will work within the Strategic Sourcing TAP Group (Tools, Analytics, and Processes), which is responsible for various programs supporting ITW’s sourcing process across the enterprise. This Analyst will work closely with the seven ITW business Segments, the Category Teams for Direct and Indirect, and across various Corporate functions, to deliver on their Strategic Sourcing needs.

　　Strong candidates must be proactive, motivated, and organized. In this role, you will also participate in upfront strategy discussions with the seven business Segments, Category teams, as well as pricing and contract negotiations with suppliers. Candidates will need to build strong relationships to effectively understand internal stakeholders’ requests for project tasks and management by the e-Sourcing team and prioritize the work to be completed.

　　Essential Functions:

　　Create and execute e-Sourcing events (RFx events and auctions) from start to finish, in close alignment with internal stakeholders (our ITW Segments and Category Teams), and ensure high quality of work with attention to detail

　　Perform bid analysis to make sourcing recommendations to our internal stakeholders. This includes researching potential suppliers and market research at the onset of a project

　　Collaborate with sourcing category teams and divisions on project strategy/tactics and tailor sourcing execution methods based on best practices

　　Conduct trainings and lessons learned workshops for internal stakeholders and suppliers

　　Provide responses to internal stakeholder and supplier questions in a professional and timely manner

　　Conduct reviews of projects to check for quality, consistency, and compliance with internal stakeholder requirements and best practices

　　Support category teams with supplier communication throughout e-sourcing events

　　Assist with creating e-Sourcing related presentations & templates

　　Bachelor’s degree required (preferred in Supply Chain, Business Administration, or similar degree)

　　1+ years of work experience (can include internship work)

　　Skilled in Excel, including Lookups, Pivot tables/Charts, PowerPivot, Advanced Formulas, and/or PowerBI to provide reporting and analysis to the Enterprise.

　　Strong customer service orientation

　　Proven ability to communicate and work effectively across many functional groups, i.e. Operations, Finance, Risk, Legal, Communications, HR, etc.

　　Demonstrated project management, prioritization, and time management skills.

　　Strong problem-solving, analytical skills, and attention to detail.

　　Willingness to travel periodically (5-10%)

　　Illinois Tool Works Inc. (“ITW” or “the Company”) is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected Veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

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　　ITW is an equal opportunity employer. We value our colleagues’ unique perspectives, experiences and ideas and create workplaces where everyone can develop their careers and perform to their full potential.

　　As an equal employment opportunity employer, ITW is committed to equal employment opportunity and fair treatment for employees, beginning with the hiring process and continuing through all aspects of the employment relationship.

　　_All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected Veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. _

　　ITW is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.