21 jobs found in glenview

Support the day to day execution of strategies for assigned categories and focus on reducing organizational spend to improve savings and enhancing relationships with business stakeholders and suppliers. Responsible for supporting Supplier Relations and category strategy planning and assisting with the execution of supplier growth plans. Assist with, and occasionally lead, product optimization efforts and new product onboarding. Manages assigned supplier relationships, providing increased value for both the company and the supplier. Works cross-functionally to identify first-cost, standard cost, spend, and pricing optimization opportunities: to improve profitability of the category. Supports development of an optimized Product Assortment & Merchandizing strategy Support Supplier Relationship team by preparing reports, analyzing data and preparing presentations Running weekly inventory reporting Assist in Supplier meeting preparations involving data gathering,...

Responsible for category strategy planning and overseeing execution of supplier growth plans. Leads development of customer-centric category plans, working with Sales and Marketing to identify new growth opportunities. Leads product assortment optimization efforts and new product onboarding. Manages preferred supplier relationships, providing increased value for both the company and the supplier. Works cross-functionally to identify first-cost, standard cost, spend, and pricing optimization opportunities: to improve profitability of the category. Conducts supplier contracting for operational and financial terms improvement. Accountable for the annual category business planning and strategy execution for the category Supports development of an optimized Product Assortment & Merchandizing strategy Responsible for supplier contracting to improve operational and financial terms Support marketing plan development and execution Effectively communicate key product...

Position Overview The purpose of this position is to manage a specific product category sold across multiple commercial, institutional and industrial markets. The position works as part of a cross-functional group and leads the development of strategy, business planning, and product/program definition. The position is responsible for selecting appropriate suppliers and managing the relationship and performance to ensure our products are aligned with what our customers are demanding. There is a high degree of collaboration across internal functional groups as well as sales, customers and suppliers. Responsibilities Include: Using market assessments, channel development, collaborate with Marketing and sales resources, to develop and implement and manage a business plan to position products, systems and service offerings by market segments that align with what our customers are demanding. Identify new products and develop programs to meet the needs of our customers including NA...

This person is responsible for replenishing inventory through analyzing data and use of business systems to make the proper buying decisions, buying products at the lowest costs, expediting product status with suppliers, and communicating / managing exceptions with internal and external partners. Reviews daily purchasing reports and system recommendations and determines proper quantities and items to purchase and creates purchasing documents to send suppliers. Assist in the execution of stock replenishment, special order (SO), and drop ship (DS) buying where assigned while making buying decisions based on most economical method with respect to quantities, order minimums or prepaid terms and mode of transportation. Follows up with suppliers concerning order status and delivery, and communicates delivery information to impacted departments. Qualification: 1 year of Purchasing within supply chain environment is preferred 1 year of Knowledge of industry...

As the Category Management Manager- Audio Visual Fulfillment, you be responsible for category strategy planning and overseeing execution of supplier growth plans. You will lead development of customer-centric category plans, working with Sales and Marketing to identify new growth opportunities. You will lead product assortment optimization efforts and new product onboarding. You will manage preferred supplier relationships, providing increased value for both the company and the supplier; and work cross-functionally to identify first-cost, standard cost, spend, and pricing optimization opportunities: to improve profitability of the category. You will also conduct supplier contracting for operational and financial terms improvement. You will be expected to leverage your regional Audio Visual market expertise, supplier relationships and negotiation skills to assist internal stakeholders to help best position Wesco to be successful. Responsibilities: Accountable for the annual...

As the Sourcing Manager, you will be responsible for researching, analyzing, and evaluating the best and least expensive sources (vendors, manufacturers, and suppliers of goods and services.) You will negotiate the lowest Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) product costs and/or services with approved suppliers. You will also work cross functionally to lead sourcing initiatives. Responsibilities: Lead sourcing events from planning through vendor engagement, evaluation and selection Ensure cost competitiveness and high service levels within assigned categories, capitalizing on synergies and drawing on internal and external resources to align priorities and interests. Implement efficient strategies and processes to facilitate transactional and strategic buying activities to ensure adequate supplies and services are available at the lowest total cost of ownership. Take lead and own cost savings initiatives Support internal customers by identifying and maintaining...

Company Description Since its founding more than 100 years ago, ITW has become one of the world's leading diversified manufacturers of specialized industrial equipment, consumables, and related service businesses. We place a high premium on the development of innovative solutions-most of which are developed in tandem with our customers. And we continue to ensure that our customers receive timely, cost-effective service for the innovative products we provide. ITW's differentiated business model is composed of a set of unique core capabilities: our proprietary 80/20 business process, customer-back innovation, and our well-known decentralized entrepreneurial culture. These capabilities are unmistakably ITW-and key to our longevity and strong performance. ITW's products and solutions are at work all over the world, in deep-sea oil rigs, aerospace technology, bridges and wind turbines, healthcare, the spaces in which we live and work, the cars we drive, and the mobile devices we...

WESCO is seeking a Buyer. In this role, you will be responsible for placing and authorizing purchase orders within assigned limits. You will expedite orders, track deliveries, resolve shipping errors, and maintain accurate records following established guidelines. Hybrid role requiring 1-3 days in office. Responsibilities: Reviews daily purchasing reports and system recommendations and determines proper quantities and items to purchase and creates purchasing documents to send suppliers. Maintains inventory availability while minimizing working capital investment. Tactical execution of stock replenishment, special order (SO), and drop ship (DS) buying where assigned while making buying decisions based on most economical method with respect to quantities, order minimums or prepaid terms and mode of transportation. Guarantees accurate purchase order quantities, costs, notes and terms compliance. Ensures electronic data interchange (EDI), automated stock...

Company Description At ITW Food Equipment Group, people and food are our passion. We believe great food brings people together, and the relationships we share feed our inspiration to be the best we can be for one another. Our family of premium brands has been dedicated for more than a century to supporting those who are not only passionate about creating great food, but are inspired by the people they serve and come to know on a daily basis. Likewise, it is our mission to provide food equipment that foodservice and food retail professionals can trust to work hard and deliver quality, consistent results day in and day out, empowering them to focus on what they love most-creating great food for great people. Job Description Analyze business and financial results to support the Strategic Sourcing organization. Present findings and recommendations to Sourcing management to solve problems and issues related to sourcing opportunities. Plan and prepare business, financial and data...

Company Description Company Description ITW Commercial Construction is a leading manufacturer with a proven history of creating innovative flatwork and fastening solutions used by the professional commercial contractor in concrete anchoring and flooring, drywall, metal building, fire protection, plumbing, electrical, and HVAC applications. We take pride in our commitment to being a customer-centric organization with operational excellence, superior service, and new product development that has guided the company through decades of growth by meeting the ever-changing needs of the commercial construction industry. Focusing on the needs of our end-users enables us to customize our product offering and service based on their requirements. ITW Commercial Construction encompasses the leading brands of Buildex® (Teks®, Sammys®), Red Head (TruBolt®, Tapcon®), Ramset (Trakfast®), and PNA (Diamond Dowel®) with an overall history dating back to 1910. Job Description ITW CCNA division...

As an Analyst - Sourcing you will be responsible for researching, analyzing and evaluating marketplace data of vendors, manufacturers and suppliers and in providing business appropriate recommendations based on this analysis. You will manage a supply chain for goods or materials that ensure high material availability at the lowest possible total ownership cost to client operations. You will act as the primary contact to current and potential outside suppliers and manages the supply chain processes for a given commodity, including the development of inventory strategy. Responsibilities Negotiates contract elements, including terms and conditions, pricing, and lead-time. Manages suppliers' performance, including support, development and monitoring of supplier performance metrics. Negotiates expected supplier performance metrics and develops and administers corrective action plans for performance failures. Prepares, distributes and awards RFQ blankets and reviews...

As a Sourcing Analyst, you will be responsible for researching, analyzing and evaluating marketplace data of vendors, manufacturers and suppliers and in providing business appropriate recommendations based on this analysis. You will manage a supply chain for goods or materials that ensure high material availability at the lowest possible total ownership cost to client operations. You will also act as the primary contact to current and potential outside suppliers and manages the supply chain processes for a given commodity, including the development of inventory strategy, such that its effectiveness/efficiency is continually improved. Additionally, you will identify and facilitate the implementation of new supply chain initiatives and will be responsible for contract administration and negotiation for specific strategic commodity categories. Responsibilities: Negotiates contract elements, including terms and conditions, pricing, and lead-time. Manages suppliers' performance,...

As an Associate Buyer, you will be responsible for replenishing inventory through analyzing data and use of business systems to make the proper buying decisions, buying products at the lowest costs, expediting product status with suppliers, and communicating / managing exceptions with internal and external partners. Responsibilities: Reviews daily purchasing reports and system recommendations and determines proper quantities and items to purchase and creates purchasing documents to send suppliers. Assist in the execution of stock replenishment, special order (SO), and drop ship (DS) buying where assigned while making buying decisions based on most economical method with respect to quantities, order minimums or prepaid terms and mode of transportation. Follows up with suppliers concerning order status and delivery, and communicates delivery information to impacted departments. Qualifications: Associate's Degree in Business or related field is required...

As an Analyst - IT Procurement, you will be responsible for purchasing IT related hardware and software and management of enterprise software licenses. You will foster and maintain strong business relationship with IT hardware and software vendors. Responsibilities: Works with vendors to procure IT hardware and software. Manages Microsoft software and licensing to ensure compliance. Provides desktop support for executives for IT related issues. Manages printer maintenance contracts for branches. Facilitates disposal of decommissioned computer hardware. Reviews and codes IT invoices prior to submitting for approval. Monitors and responds to HVAC and power alerts in data center and engages support personnel. Qualifications: Associates Degree in IT or Business required. Bachelor's Degree in IT or Business preferred. Microsoft certification preferred. 2 years required; 3 years preferred work in a technical support center or IT related field....

Company Description Since its founding more than 100 years ago, ITW has become one of the world's leading diversified manufacturers of specialized industrial equipment, consumables, and related service businesses. We place a high premium on the development of innovative solutions-most of which are developed in tandem with our customers. And we continue to ensure that our customers receive timely, cost-effective service for the innovative products we provide. ITW's differentiated business model is composed of a set of unique core capabilities: our proprietary 80/20 business process, customer-back innovation, and our well-known decentralized entrepreneurial culture. These capabilities are unmistakably ITW-and key to our longevity and strong performance. ITW's products and solutions are at work all over the world, in deep-sea oil rigs, aerospace technology, bridges and wind turbines, healthcare, the spaces in which we live and work, the cars we drive, and the mobile devices we...

Position Overview Envoy Solutions is currently searching for a Director of Category Management - JanSanto lead the growing segment across the Envoy platform. The role will develop and execute the business strategy to support the growth of chemicals, hand hygiene, janitorial accessories, and equipment. This role will lead a team of category managers responsible for selecting suppliers, creating product/program definition, managing the relationship and performance to ensure we are positioned for success and exceeding our customers' demands. This role will lead include responsibility over manufacturer and Envoy exclusive brand assortment. The role will be accountable for category revenue/growth, profitability, and efficiency (GMROI/Earn). Additionally, the Director of Category will be the single point-of-contact to sales leadership and ELT on defining the growth strategy across Envoy including supply chain approach, sourcing and marketing / business development approach. This role...

WESCO is seeking a Buyer. In this role, you will be responsible for placing and authorizing purchase orders within assigned limits. You will expedite orders, track deliveries, resolve shipping errors, and maintain accurate records following established guidelines. Responsibilities: Reviews daily purchasing reports and system recommendations and determines proper quantities and items to purchase and creates purchasing documents to send suppliers. Maintains inventory availability while minimizing working capital investment. Tactical execution of stock replenishment, special order (SO), and drop ship (DS) buying where assigned while making buying decisions based on most economical method with respect to quantities, order minimums or prepaid terms and mode of transportation. Guarantees accurate purchase order quantities, costs, notes and terms compliance. Ensures electronic data interchange (EDI), automated stock replenishment (ASR/VMI), emailed and faxed orders...

We are seeking a Category Management Manager. In this role, you will be responsible for network video security category strategy planning and overseeing execution of supplier growth plans. Your primary focus will be video management software/ analytics and video storage. You will lead development of customer-centric category plans, working with Sales and Marketing to identify new growth opportunities and product assortment optimization efforts and new product onboarding. You will manage preferred supplier relationships, providing increased value for both the company and the supplier. You will work cross-functionally to identify first-cost, standard cost, spend, and pricing optimization opportunities: to improve profitability of the category. Responsibilities: Accountable for the annual category business planning and strategy execution for the category Supports development of an optimized Product Assortment & Merchandizing strategy Responsible for supplier...

Company Description Since its founding more than 100 years ago, ITW has become one of the world's leading diversified manufacturers of specialized industrial equipment, consumables, and related service businesses. We place a high premium on the development of innovative solutions-most of which are developed in tandem with our customers. And we continue to ensure that our customers receive timely, cost-effective service for the innovative products we provide. ITW's differentiated business model is composed of a set of unique core capabilities: our proprietary 80/20 business process, customer-back innovation, and our well-known decentralized entrepreneurial culture. These capabilities are unmistakably ITW-and key to our longevity and strong performance. ITW's products and solutions are at work all over the world, in deep-sea oil rigs, aerospace technology, bridges and wind turbines, healthcare, the spaces in which we live and work, the cars we drive, and the mobile devices we...

Job Description Our client, an innovative leader in the packaging and distribution industry located in the near northwest suburbs of Chicago, is looking for a Packaging Procurement Manager to join their team on a direct hire basis to help continue their pattern of growth. The Packaging Procurement Manager will be responsible for overseeing a team of procurement analysts specializing in packaging buying. Packaging Procurement Manager Responsibilities: Onboard and manage supplier activities using SAP and advanced Excel Coordinate with vendors on project timelines and maintain relationships Oversee a team of category analysts responsible for purchasing packaging materials Analyze spend and supplier data to identify positive/negative trends in the market Act as an internal liaison between Sales, Accounting, and Procurement teams Packaging Procurement Manager Requirements: Bachelor's degree and at least three years of purchasing experience...