*Strategic Sourcing Analyst*

*Hybrid Position in Downers Grove, IL *

Candidates should have 2-5 years of experience in at least one (and ideally more) of the following areas: Procurement, supply chain, engineering / technical, manufacturing operations, management consulting, logistics, project management. Recent graduates with strong manufacturing supply chain internship experience will also be considered.

*Top Skills Details:*

* Strategic Sourcing

* Procurement

* Analysis work pertaining to contracts

* Reporting of KPI's

*Scope Of Responsibilities*

Quantitative profile development, data analysis and support for strategic sourcing projects (supplier research, master data, market basket analysis, pricing analysis, etc)

Qualitative profile development and analysis (executive summaries, exhibit creation, etc)

Monthly/quarterly reporting of KPIs (savings tracking, price variances, quality, delivery, inventory)

Manage and maintain group data (agreements, project results, supplier communication, etc)

Other ad hoc projects and analysis as assigned

*Special Position Requirements*

Abilities and Attributes:

Recognizes internal stakeholders as customers has demonstrated ability to influence internal stakeholders in formal and informal settings

Ability to effectively communicate to all team members, stakeholders, management, and suppliers

Ability to prioritize and organize workload and control detailed complexities across multiple projects

Ability to develop and grow relationships with stakeholders and leadership promoting and expanding the sourcing process within assigned projects

Ability to comprehend procurement and supply chain processes as well as basic knowledge in a vast array of direct and indirect commodities

Able to gather quantitative and qualitative information and analyze data to arrive at valid conclusions, recommendations, and plans of action

Problem solving and systemic thinking skills: critical analytics/diagnosis/prioritization skills; anticipating customer needs. Drives for continuous improvement

Strong external & global orientation: Looks external to understand the global business context in which we operate

Knowledge of MRO products and supplies, Packaging, machining and fabrication OEM equipment, and/or Professional Services categories a plus

Extensive MS Office Knowledge ability to create and manipulate datasets.

*Additional Skills & Qualifications:*

Education

Bachelor degree and/or Graduate degree in Supply Chain, Business, Science, or Engineering.

Experience, training or education in strategic sourcing, supply chain management, data analysis, project management and/or procurement processes

Work experience in a manufacturing company a plus

Strong proficiency in all MS Office applications; advanced word processing and database skills a plus

Professional Procurement, Supply Chain and Project Management certifications (e.g., CPSM, CSCP, CPIM, PMP, etc.) a plus

About TEKsystems:

We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.