Manufacturing Engineering Jobs, Employment in Chicago,IL Now Hiring September 2026

Experience: Minimum of 3-5 years' prior work experience, ideally in some of the following fields: Manufacturing, engineering, commodity trading, sourcing, analytics, forecasting, merchandising, product design, category management, consulting, project management
Experience with sourcing software (Coupa, Jaggaer, etc) a plus
Able to interpret complex, large volume and sometimes contradictory data to develop fact-backed insights and strategies
Demonstrated analytic abilities with an emphasis on critical thinking, root cause analysis, and problem solving required
Ability to collaborate effectively in a cross functional team setting to share insights, co-create outputs and iterate with speed
Demonstrated self-starter and ability to semi-independently run analysis to drive to answers
Clear, proactive and collaborative communicator
Can tactfully address issues with internal and external business partners
Demonstrates poise, composure, presence, communication skills and an understanding of key data drivers to establish rapport and respect with negotiation partners
Experience developing creative solutions that provide win-win outcomes in difficult or ambiguous situations
Skilled in coordinating timelines and project managing across multiple simultaneous projects
Prior exposure to manufacturing, sourcing, product development desired
Possess a positive attitude with a bias towards action
Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Suite
Intermediate to advanced Excel skills with a passion for discovering answers and insights
Preferably has previous experience using reporting tools such as Alteryx and Power BI
Able to collaborate with cross functional teams including Cat Management, Finance, Domestic Merchants, Import Merchants, Pricing
Experience with evaluating bid scenarios, calculate cost savings and profit margin impacts (via analytics tools such as eRFx, Alteryx, Power BI, Excel)