Information Technology For Development Jobs in Meadows Illinois

Chicago Metro (Bloomingdale, IL)

Travel: 50-60%

If you win deals by understanding engineers, earning trust over time, and positioning capability instead of price, keep reading.

Our client is a well-established, family-owned precision contract manufacturer with a long track record of investment in equipment, quality systems, and long-term customer relationships. They do not chase low-margin, price-driven work. They partner with OEMs that value precision, consistency, and accountability.

They are hiring an experienced Outside Sales Professional to drive new business growth and help expand their footprint in medical, aerospace, and defense manufacturing.

The Opportunity

This role is ideal for a salesperson who:

• Enjoys hunting and building relationships from scratch
• Is comfortable with long sales cycles and delayed gratification
• Can navigate engineers, purchasing, and quality teams
• Wants autonomy and ownership rather than micromanagement
• Takes pride in selling something that is genuinely hard to do well

You will step into a strong manufacturing platform with proven capabilities and leadership support, but you will build your own pipeline.

What You Will Do

• Prospect and develop new OEM relationships in targeted industries
• Sell precision machining and contract manufacturing capabilities
• Work directly with engineers and purchasing teams to quote and win complex work
• Manage opportunities from initial contact through long-term production partnership
• Spend significant time in the field visiting customers and prospects
• Collaborate closely with internal teams on quoting, feasibility, and execution
• Represent the company professionally and credibly in the market

This is a true field sales role, not an inside or transactional position.

What Success Looks Like

• Building a healthy pipeline of qualified OEM opportunities
• Getting designed into programs rather than simply responding to RFQs
• Winning repeatable, long-term production work
• Becoming a trusted partner to customers, not just a vendor
• Growing revenue through relationships, not discounts

What Our Client Is Looking For

Required

• Proven success in B2B outside sales within manufacturing or technical environments
• Experience selling contract manufacturing, precision machining, or custom technical solutions
• Ability to understand engineering drawings and manufacturing requirements
• Strong prospecting and relationship-building skills
• High personal accountability and self-direction
• Willingness to be on-site when not visiting customers

Preferred

• Experience selling into medical, aerospace, or defense OEMs
• Familiarity with precision machining, turned parts, or 5-axis environments
• Existing OEM relationships within targeted industries
• Comfort operating without heavy structure or rigid scripts

Location & Work Style

• Based in the Chicago metro area
• Expected to be on-site full time initially to learn the business
• Increased field time as ramp progresses
• This is not a remote role

Compensation

• Base salary approximately $100,000–$125,000, with bonus
• Ramp support provided due to long sales cycles
• Performance-based upside as the role matures

We are partnering with an industrial solutions company seeking an outside sales manager in the Itasca IL area. The Outside Sales Manager leads and oversees the Illinois outside sales team, driving sales strategy, territory execution, and team performance.

Outside Sales Manager

Location: Itasca, IL

FLSA Status: Exempt

Salary Range: 75-110K

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and execute sales strategies to grow revenue and profitability across assigned territories.
• Lead, coach, and manage the outside sales team to achieve performance goals.
• Oversee territory coverage, customer engagement, and new business development.
• Analyze sales performance, identify gaps, and implement corrective actions.
• Maintain key customer and supplier relationships through in-person and virtual meetings.
• Oversee sales activities and set sales targets across assigned territories
• Review budgets, revenue and profit before approving expenses
• Support pricing, contract, and negotiation activities as needed.
• Approve sales-related transactions, expenses, timecards, and commercial exceptions.
• Provide regular, data-driven sales reports and insights to senior leadership.
• Collaborate closely with Inside Sales and ensure compliance with company policies.

Travel:

• Minimum 25% overnight travel
• Domestic travel (Illinois, Midwest, Western regions)
• International travel primarily to Mexico, with possible travel to Canada

Qualifications:

• Proven success in product-based sales with measurable results.
• Experience developing and executing territory sales strategies.
• Prior sales management experience preferred.
• Strong leadership, coaching, and communication skills.
• Automotive or factory automation sales experience preferred.
• Fluent in English; Japanese or Spanish language skills are a plus.
• Proficiency with CRM and reporting tools.
• Valid driver’s license required.

**Please submit your application with a 1-2 page resume. Only qualified applicants will be contacted **

TekPro is partnered with a precision machining manufacturer in the Chicago area that is looking to add a Process Engineer to their team. Our client offers modern CNC equipment, a clean and organized facility, and the opportunity to work on complex precision machined components.

This role is ideal for someone with experience in a precision machining environment who enjoys developing manufacturing processes, working with engineering and production teams, and supporting the launch of new parts into production.

Key responsibilities include:

• Developing detailed manufacturing process plans for new parts using SolidWorks for modeling and drafting and Visual Manufacturing (ERP) for documentation
• Reviewing customer purchase orders, drawings, and specifications to ensure all requirements are incorporated into the manufacturing process plan
• Ensuring manufacturing process plans comply with all drawing, purchase order, and specification requirements
• Reviewing existing tooling and gage inventory for use in the manufacturing process
• Designing and ordering new tooling when necessary
• Working closely with manufacturing teams to troubleshoot and resolve production issues as they arise
• Supporting continuous improvement of manufacturing processes and production efficiency

If you have experience in manufacturing engineering or process engineering within a CNC machining environment and are interested, apply now to learn more!

Join Us as an Account Executive & Drive Growth Inside and Out

Ready to build relationships, hunt new business, and farm existing accounts for maximum growth?

Precision Freight is looking for a dynamic, results-driven Account Executive to develop new client opportunities and deepen key partnerships. If you excel at full-cycle sales, from prospecting to closing to expanding, this is your chance to grow and earn with a team dedicated to your success.

Your Impact:

As an Account Executive at Precision Freight, you’ll drive revenue growth through a mix of inside and outside sales activities. You’ll hunt new business using the tools and leads we provide, while farming and expanding your assigned accounts—all supported by our internal operations team.

What You’ll Do:

• Generate new business through a combination of inside sales outreach and outside, in-person client meetings.
• Farm and grow existing accounts by building deep relationships and identifying upsell/cross-sell opportunities.
• Utilize provided tools, leads, and CRM to prospect, pipeline, and close new logistics opportunities.
• Develop tailored logistics solutions that meet both prospect and existing client supply chain needs.
• Own the full sales cycle from first contact to negotiation to onboarding and ongoing growth.
• Collaborate with internal operations teams to ensure seamless service execution
• Achieve and exceed monthly sales targets for both new business and account expansion.

What We’re Looking For:

• 1+ years of experience in business development, sales, or account management in logistics.
• Hunter-farmer mindset: Proven ability to prospect new business and grow existing accounts.
• Comfort with inside sales outreach and outside client meetings (local travel may be required).
• Strong negotiation, communication, and relationship-building skills.
• Self-motivated, goal-oriented, and able to manage a sales pipeline effectively.
• Familiarity with CRM systems and sales tools is a plus, we provide training and tech support.

Why Join Precision Freight?

• Uncapped Earning Potential: Competitive base salary plus commission and bonus structure.
• Full Sales Support: We provide leads, tools, and an operations team so you can focus on selling.
• No Carrier Management: Internal teams handle execution, you focus on customers and growth.
• Full Benefits Package: Health, Dental, Vision.
• Future Planning: 401(k) with company match.
• Career Growth: Clear path to Senior Account Manager and sales leadership roles.
• Supportive Team: Collaborative, employee-first culture with experienced leadership.
• Extra Incentives: Referral bonus program and cross-selling rewards.

Who We Are:

Precision Freight is a trusted logistics partner built on reliability, expertise, and a commitment to excellence. Since 2011, we’ve completed over 60,000 on-time deliveries for 300+ satisfied customers. We’re more than a logistics company, we’re a team dedicated to building careers and delivering results.

Learn more about us: to Grow With Us?

If you’re a motivated sales professional who loves hunting new business and farming long-term relationships we want to hear from you.

Apply today and let’s build the future together.

Questions? Reach out to our hiring team at

SUMMARY DESCRIPTION:

The R&D Testing Technician will execute daily engineering test assigned by Engineering Manager. The candidate will perform various acoustical, mechanical, and electrical tests. The candidate will support the engineers in their ongoing R&D testing to achieve their task on time. The candidate should be well organized, has strong attention to details and able to work in fast paced environment

SPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Perform engineering tests including and not limited to: Acoustical testing, mechanical testing and electrical testing
• Documenting and archiving test results and test procedures
• Work with various mechanical tools and fixtures to conduct tests
• Work with electronic test equipment
• Manage the engineering lab, make sure tools and equipment are arranged in the right spot and perform 5S to the labs
• Manage engineering samples with proper labels and arrange them in cabinet
• Support engineers in new developed test procedures by documenting the test procedures
• Support engineers in shipping samples out to customers, purchase experimental parts from website

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

• Associate’s degree in engineering, Electronics, or equivalent work experience
• Ability to set up and utilize electronic test equipment such as multimeters, oscilloscopes, and run LabVIEW code
• Ability to work with various fixtures and tools to conduct various testing
• Able to multi-task and work fast paced environment to meet deadlines
• Attention to detail and organized
• Excellent communication skills
• Self-motivated and eager to learn
• Ability to follow instructions
• Basic knowledge of computers, spreadsheets, and power point

REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS:

Reports to: Sr. Manager Application Engineering – MedTech & Specialty Audio

Support the selling function and carry out a variety of tasks and functions. Responsible for maintaining efficient and profitable support for the day-to-day operations of the Product Line.

What you will be responsible for:

• Learn all aspects of the respective product line and or repair group and serve as a technical expert.
• Proactively drive vendor relationships and serve as the primary contact for AAR.
• Maximize sales and margin objectives of respective product line.
• Expand existing traditional business.
• Identify and pursue purchase opportunities available in the marketplace.
• Support existing outside sales force.
• Plan, schedule, and manage inventory for respective product lines.
• Identify inventory acquisition opportunities.
• Identify market trends and coordinate with sales groups to anticipate areas of opportunities.
• Ensure that inventory management and shareholder value is maximized.
• New Product Development Some travel may be required.
• All other duties as assigned.

What you will need to be successful in this role:

• Team player with strong interpersonal skills.
• Basic negotiating, customer support skills.
• Ability to build strong relationships with customers.
• Ability to articulate and compose business opportunities.
• Ability to work in a fast paced and highly technical environment.
• Associates degree (A.A.) or equivalent from two-year College or technical school; or four years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• PC Literate (Word, Excel, and Access).
• Bachelor’s degree preferred.

Pay range and compensation package:

The anticipated salary range for this position is $63,000 to $65,000 annually. This range reflects the base salary for candidates who meet the requirements of the role, including experience, education, and location. [In addition to base pay, this role is eligible for a bonus.] AAR offers a competitive benefits package, including medical/dental/vision/life/and AD&D insurance, 401(k) savings plan with employer match, paid time off and holiday pay, as well as opportunities for professional development and growth.

Equal Opportunity Statement

AAR provides accommodation in accordance with applicable laws through all stages of the hiring process. If you require accommodation for any part of the application and/or hiring process, please advise Human Resources.

Physical Demands/Work Environment

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be regularly required to sit, stand, bend, reach and move about the facility.
• The environmental characteristic for this position is an office setting.
• Candidates should be able to adapt to a traditional business environment.

ML Realty Partners (MLRP) is a long term industrial real estate investor in the Central United States. The company provides clients with an exceptional experience at its properties. A collaborative team of accountable professionals, ML Realty Partners has a platform that will continue to strive to exceed team members’ expectations, both in growth opportunities and in recognition of performance.

We are actively seeking a full-time Executive Administrative Assistant to provide support to our leasing, asset management, acquisition teams and other internal team members as needed. 

We offer a hybrid work environment – (2) days working from home and (3) days in the office until further notice. 

Responsibilities include:

• Provide administrative support to Leasing and Acquisitions teams including expense reports and travel
• Work closely with Office Manager to maintain inventory of office supplies, coding invoices for payment, subscription renewals and special projects as requested
• Coordinate internal and external resources to expedite workflow; including but not limited to compiling monthly and quarterly reports, copying, filing, scanning and calendar management
• Prepare and administer contractual documentation to ensure timely completion of successful development and leasing projects
• Maintain contact database and prepare reports as needed
• Accurately maintain electronic filing system

Requirements:

• Previous experience in a professional office environment a must
• Exceptional communication (both verbal and written), organizational, time management and customer service skills with strong attention to detail
• Team player capable of supporting and interacting with all levels of management
• Aptitude for learning new software and systems
• Demonstrate ability to exercise good business judgment when responding to the needs of clients, both internally and externally
• Intermediate to advanced skills in Microsoft Office - Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Ability to exercise initiative, work independently and proactively follow-up
• Previous experience in development/industrial real estate a plus

Benefits and Requirements:

• For this role, benefits include medical, dental, vision, life and AD&D insurance, 401k match, disability benefits, wellness and education benefits, vacation, holidays, and more.
• Completion of a satisfactory background check is required before employment agreement can be made
• Hiring Salary Range of: $65K/yr - $75K/yr. Salary and bonus compensation package to be determined by the candidate’s education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities.
• ML Realty Partners is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religions, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Please email cover letter and resume to:

No phone calls, please.

The objective of the Senior Project Manager is to lead and mentor project teams, serve as a trusted partner to customers, and oversee the successful planning, design, procurement, and execution of electrical construction projects while meeting schedule, budget, and quality objectives.

Essential Duties

• Plan, prepare and/or review technical specifications, contract documents, and estimates
• Review electrical drawings and specifications for lighting, power distribution, data/voice cabling, special systems, and fire alarm systems
• Responsible for total management of multiple complex and/or large-scaled projects over a $5M+ threshold from time of assignment to turnover of operations
• Expected to manage an aggregate of $15M+ in billings annually
• Interact with Customers, Vendors, Field and Engineering teams to ensure project is completed on schedule and within budget
• Work with superintendents and foremen to plan, organize, and direct activities related to projects
• Conduct site visits to identify and solve problems and verify that construction is proceeding in accordance with design specs
• Provide mentorship and guidance to Junior Project Management team
• Continually seeks opportunities to increase customer satisfaction and develop lasting relationships

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering; or Field experience preferred
• 8+ years Project Management experience
• Experience with oversight of $5M+ in Contract Value
• Effectively lead and mentor Junior Project Management employees
• Customer relationship-oriented
• Strong time management and organizational skills
• Ability to meet critical deadlines
• Ability to be self-motivated, proactive, and an effective team player

The Senior Procurement Analyst will support and execute data-driven sourcing strategies for consumable and expendable (C&E) materials, rotable and repair components for different business groups within the company. This role sits at the intersection of sourcing, analytics, and supply planning leveraging supplier data, forecasting outputs, and inventory planning concepts to inform sourcing decisions.

The ideal candidate has prior hands-on sourcing and contracts experience and is comfortable working with spend management software such as Coupa, SAP Ariba and Zycus, forecasting tools, and BI tools such as Domo, Power BI and Tableau, to support supplier strategy and sourcing decisions in a fast-paced environment.

What you will be responsible for:

• Own direct strategic sourcing for MRO materials and repair services, translating forecast demand and supply plans into multi-year sourcing strategies rather than transactional buying.
• Lead and support RFQs/RFPs, supplier negotiations, and award recommendations, ensuring alignment with cost targets, capacity constraints, quality requirements and contractual terms.
• Evaluate sourcing options using a Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) lens cost, lead time, MOQ, validity to support informed supplier selection decisions.
• Interpret outputs from internal forecasting tools and historical demand data to inform direct sourcing strategies, supplier capacity discussions and volume-based or long-term agreements.
• Demonstrate working knowledge of time-series concepts such as trend, seasonality, variability and forecast error.
• Apply a practical understanding of supply chain planning concepts safety stock, reorder point (ROP), lead time variability, and service levels - to evaluate sourcing options and understand their implications for cost, availability, and supplier strategy.
• Use SQL to extract and analyze spend, demand, pricing, lead time, and supplier performance data from ERP and planning systems.
• Use Python for data analysis, automation, and modeling related to pricing trends, demand variability, and sourcing scenarios.
• Develop and maintain BI dashboards (Power BI, Tableau, or similar) to track KPIs including cost savings, supplier OTD, contract coverage, pricing compliance and contract performance.
• Translate analytical insights into clear, actionable recommendations for sourcing and operations leadership.
• Monitor supplier performance against cost, quality, delivery, turnaround, and capacity commitments.
• Identify risks related to forecast volatility, long lead times, single-source suppliers, and constrained repair capacity.
• Support supplier performance reviews and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Work closely with Maintenance, Planning, Engineering, Quality, and Finance teams to align sourcing with operational and customer requirements.
• Assist with contract reviews, pricing agreements, and service-level terms informed by forecasted volumes.
• Ensure sourcing activities comply with FAA, EASA, AS9110, and internal quality standards.
• Maintain sourcing documentation to support audits and customer requirements.
• Adhere to ethical sourcing and procurement policies.

What you need to be successful in this role:

• Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, Business, Engineering, Data Analytics or related fields.
• 3-5 years of experience in strategic sourcing, procurement or supply chain roles.
• Prior hands-on sourcing experience is required (RFPs, supplier negotiations, supplier selection).
• Working knowledge of forecasting concepts and supply chain planning fundamentals (e.g. safety stock, ROP, EOQ, lead time variability and service levels).
• Experience using spend management software (Coupa, SAP Ariba, Zycus).
• Experience using or supporting demand planning/forecasting and inventory planning tools
• Experience using BI tools (Domo, Power BI, Tableau)
• Strong proficiency in SQL for data extraction and analysis.
• Working proficiency in Python for data analysis and automation.

Preferred:

• Master's degree preferred. Experience in aviation MRO, aerospace aftermarket, or similarly regulated environments.
• Familiarity with MRO ERP and Planning Systems (AMOS, Ramco, Trax, SAP, Oracle).
• Familiarity with FAA, EASA and AS9110 quality requirements.
• Professional certification (CPSM, CSCP, CIPS) a plus.

The rewards of your career at AAR go far beyond just your salary:

• Competitive salary and bonus package
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Generous paid time off program
• Professional development and career advancement opportunities

Physical Demands/Work Environment:

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be regularly required to sit, stand, bend, reach and move about the facility. The environmental characteristic for this position is an office setting. Candidates should be able to adapt to a traditional business environment. AAR provides accommodation in accordance with applicable laws through all stages of the hiring process. If you require accommodation for any part of the application and/or hiring process, please advise Human Resources.

Compensation:

The anticipated salary range for this position is $85,000 to $99,000 annually. This range reflects the base salary for candidates who meet the requirements of the role, including experience, education, and location. [In addition to base pay, this role is eligible for a bonus.] AAR offers a competitive benefits package, including medical/dental/vision/life/and AD&D insurance, 401(k) savings plan with employer match, paid time off and holiday pay, as well as opportunities for professional development and growth.

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Company Description

EllisLudell, headquartered in Itasca, Illinois, has been a leader in the industrial laundry sector since 1898, offering cutting-edge equipment and solutions. Known for their expert engineering, they design advanced machinery such as Sideloader Washer/Extractor and WHISPERDRYer and provide innovative systems like the Uptime Intelligent Machine Management platform. Focused on sustainability, Ellis develops products that minimize water and energy consumption, reducing costs and environmental impact. With clients in industries such as healthcare, hospitality, and food processing, Ellis specializes in delivering customized solutions that enhance performance and efficiency. Their commitment to innovation and environmental stewardship solidifies their leadership in the industrial laundry industry.

Role Description

At EllisLudell, our Buyers don’t just place orders — they help keep production moving.

We design and manufacture engineered-to-order industrial laundry and water treatment systems used across North America. Every machine we build is different. Every project has a schedule. And every late part has the potential to delay customer shipments.

We’re looking for a mid-level Buyer who thrives in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and enjoys solving real problems — working directly with Engineering, Production, Customer Service, and suppliers to make sure materials arrive when they’re needed.

If you’ve ever found yourself chasing down a critical component so a build doesn’t stall… this might be the role for you.

What You'll Be Doing

• Issue purchase orders for mechanical, electrical, and fabricated components based on engineering BOMs and production schedules
• Monitor open orders and proactively follow up with suppliers to ensure on-time delivery
• Expedite late or critical materials to prevent production delays
• Communicate delivery risks or supply disruptions to internal stakeholders
• Collaborate with Engineering regarding design changes and part revisions
• Work with Production and Customer Service to align material availability with build schedules
• Participate in production meetings as needed
• Engage directly with shop floor personnel to identify and resolve material shortages
• Maintain purchasing data in ERP system
• Support vendor communication regarding order status, lead times, and pricing updates
• Identify opportunities to improve planning and reduce reactive expediting
• Participate in occasional supplier visits, particularly during onboarding or when addressing delivery/quality concerns

Qualifications

• 3+ years of purchasing experience in a manufacturing environment
• Experience working within an ERP system
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment
• Effective communication skills across departments and with suppliers

Preferred (But Not Required)

• Experience in engineered-to-order or custom equipment manufacturing
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings or BOMs
• Experience purchasing mechanical or electrical components
• Exposure to supplier performance management or vendor negotiation
• APICS certification or similar supply chain training

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary Range: $70,000 – $90,000 annually (based on experience)
• Health insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid time off
• Company holidays