Top Tech Jobs & Startup Jobs in Chicago, IL

Lead end-to-end SIOP process to align sales, operations, and inventory. Drive demand forecasting, production and capacity planning, and inventory optimization. Monitor KPIs, use analytics to deliver insights, implement continuous improvement, and manage and mentor the planning team to meet customer demand and company objectives.

Lead supplier quality for aerospace components: conduct supplier audits, root cause analysis, material review, and supplier development. Create inspection and qualification plans, apply APQP/SPC/FMEA tools, interpret GD&T drawings, and drive continuous improvement to reduce PPM, scrap, and improve customer satisfaction.

The Senior Program Manager will lead strategic sourcing initiatives for IT categories, manage complex projects, ensure compliance, and engage stakeholders effectively.

The Indirect Procurement Expert will lead strategic sourcing, supplier negotiations, and collaboration with cross-functional teams to optimize costs and performance while developing sourcing strategies for various services and categories.

Lead HR for non-operations functions and partner with the Downers Grove plant on talent acquisition, talent reviews, performance management, change initiatives, employee engagement, HR metrics, and HR budgeting. Build talent pipelines, oversee onboarding and competency assessments, drive engagement and communication, and implement HR continuous improvement.

Provide day-to-day legal leadership for the Automation & Motion Control segment, advising on commercial contracting, government and defense contracting (FAR/DFARS), risk management, disputes, regulatory and trade compliance, and process improvements. Lead negotiations, contract lifecycle management, enforcement, and cross-functional training while partnering with outside counsel and business teams to enable growth and protect the business.

Lead the global category for machined components, driving sourcing strategies, supplier partnerships, and achieving organizational cost savings through effective negotiations and category frameworks.

The Contract Specialist manages and supports the contract lifecycle, reviews and negotiates agreements, advises on risk, and collaborates with stakeholders.

Lead and execute corporate advocacy strategy across federal, state, and global governments. Monitor legislation/regulation, engage policymakers and trade associations, coordinate internal stakeholders, manage external lobbyists, and prepare executive briefings. Focus areas include trade, manufacturing competitiveness, aerospace/defense, energy, infrastructure, supply chain resilience, and sustainability. Hybrid role with some travel and site-specific location preferences.

The Senior Sourcing Manager leads the global sourcing of mechanical components, develops strategies for cost savings, and partners with cross-functional teams to enhance procurement efficiency.