Sourcing Specialist Jobs in Illinois
Sourcing Specialist jobs in Illinois are concentrated in procurement, supply chain, and indirect spend management, with hiring active across manufacturing, healthcare, financial services, and distribution industries at levels from entry-level buyers to senior category managers. Chicago anchors the market, with additional volume in Peoria and Schaumburg, where companies like Caterpillar, Baxter International, and United Airlines maintain large procurement operations. Commodity sourcing, supplier diversity, and strategic category management are the most in-demand specialties among Illinois employers right now. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Onyx Procurement Solutions, is your premier consultant in all areas of healthcare spending. We are a professional services firm that specializes in providing outsourced procurement solutions for our clients in the healthcare industry.
We pride ourselves on our unique processes that minimize spending while maximizing efficiencies and outcomes. Our team has a unique set of backgrounds that all come together to create a world class consulting team.
Our office is located in Morton Grove, IL and we are looking for a highly motivated Sourcing Specialist.
Job Description:
We are looking for the next strategic Sourcing Specialist to join our team. Are you someone with a high level of curiosity and canny ability to ask all the right questions? Do you have that slight competitive edge that has always seemed to get you in the top 10? Do you have critically relationship skills that allow you to build long lasting personal relationships with vendors? If you have those or feel you just might be the right fit for this position, keep on reading and we would love to hear from you.
Responsibilities:
- Maintain a budget control over the dietary spend
- Ensure accuracy with classifying GLs on orders
- Review item substitutions and discontinued items submitted by suppliers
- Perform all duties regarding the sourcing of goods for clients
- Compare data provided by multiple vendors to determine best proposal
- Working with contract team as needed for contract related procurement issues
- Managing daily que of sourcing requests from direct email and task management workflow
- Ensuring timely completion of requests
- Maintain good relationships with suppliers
Culture:
Our office strives to provide an exciting and energizing work environment. We provide snacks and drinks, a game room for when you just need to take your eyes off your screen for a moment, as well as company events and outings throughout the year. Onyx has a benefits package offered after 60 days of employment.
Titles held -
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Sourcing Specialist Job Market in Illinois
A snapshot from current Illinois openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
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- Construction & Real Estate
What Illinois Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in sourcing specialist jobs across Illinois.
- Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, business, or a related field required
- Demonstrated experience with RFP or RFQ processes and supplier negotiation
- Proficiency in procurement platforms such as Ariba, Coupa, or Oracle Procurement
- Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM) credential preferred by many Illinois employers
- Strong analytical skills for spend analysis, cost modeling, and supplier evaluation
- Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams across operations, finance, and legal
Sourcing Specialist Jobs in Illinois: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a sourcing specialist in Illinois?
Most sourcing specialist roles in Illinois require a bachelor's degree in supply chain management, business administration, or a related discipline. Illinois does not require a state-issued license to work in procurement, but employers across Chicago, Peoria, and the broader Illinois market strongly favor candidates who hold the Certified Professional in Supply Management credential through the Institute for Supply Management or the Certified Purchasing Professional designation through the American Purchasing Society, both of which are widely recognized by Illinois employers.
Which companies hire sourcing specialists in Illinois?
Illinois sourcing specialist roles are posted by CNH Industrial, Onyx Procurement Solutions, and JLL and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. Illinois's deep manufacturing base and the concentration of major corporate headquarters in the Chicago metro create steady, year-round demand across industries including healthcare, aerospace, and consumer goods.
Which Illinois cities have the most sourcing specialist jobs?
Chicago, Oak Brook, and Morton Grove account for the largest share of sourcing specialist openings in Illinois. Chicago dominates because it is home to dozens of Fortune 500 procurement teams and a dense network of distribution and logistics companies, while Peoria draws consistent sourcing volume from Caterpillar's global supply chain operations, and suburban corridors like Schaumburg and Deerfield generate openings from healthcare and financial services companies headquartered there.
Are there remote sourcing specialist jobs in Illinois?
Yes, and more than many fields, since sourcing work is largely analytical and communication-driven rather than hands-on. About 75% of sourcing specialist openings tied to Illinois are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, reflecting the desk-based nature of most category management and supplier evaluation tasks. Strategic sourcing and indirect spend roles tend to be the most flexible, while direct materials and on-site supplier quality positions generally require in-person presence.
How can I get hired as a sourcing specialist in Illinois with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is through a purchasing assistant or procurement coordinator role, which Illinois employers including large health systems like Advocate Health and manufacturers like Illinois Tool Works use as a pipeline into sourcing careers. Supply chain rotational programs at Chicago-area corporations offer structured exposure across sourcing, logistics, and planning. Completing an introductory CPSM module or an ISM-affiliated coursework certificate signals commitment and gives candidates without direct experience a concrete credential Illinois hiring managers recognize.
Where can I find and apply to sourcing specialist jobs in Illinois?
You can find and apply to sourcing specialist jobs in Illinois on Migrate Mate, which lists current Illinois openings across procurement, supply chain, and category management. Search the listings to find roles that match your experience level, industry background, and preferred location, then apply directly to the ones that fit.
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