Job Description:

What You’ll Do:

• Own activities related to procurement, storage, and shipment of materials
• Champion cost, quality, delivery, productivity, and simplification initiatives
• Document and celebrate all cost savings and avoidances
• Cultivate strong, collaborative relationships with key vendors (not just transactional!)
• Take the lead on vendor negotiations—price, delivery, and quality compliance
• Build and manage a robust supplier base
• Conduct impactful supplier visits, evaluations, and quality audits
• Drive proactive resolution through the Corrective Action Request process
• Manage material price variance, boost inventory turns, and lead cost-reduction programs
• Supervise material handlers and inventory specialists and continuously seek smarter, simpler ways to work
• Align supplier schedules with real-time material requirements (MRD adjustments)
• Hit MOH targets and keep "non-active" inventory under control
• Oversee cycle counts and master inventory management
• Manage raw materials during exciting new product transitions/developments
• Spearhead strategic sourcing and resourcing projects across the division
• Collaborate daily with operations, product, and engineering teams

What You Bring:

• A Bachelor’s Degree in Operations, Supply Chain, or Business Management
• At least three years of experience in a similar role
• A solid background in supplier management (negotiation, delivery, and quality)
• A track record of managing cost savings initiatives
• The ability to set and crush both short- and long-term goals
• Thrive in a fast-paced environment and rise to the challenge
• A self-starter attitude: conscientious, enthusiastic, and always positive
• Strong prioritization and analytical thinking skills
• Outstanding communication and negotiation savvy
• A team-first mindset—you build, embrace, and promote collaboration
• Exceptional leadership, interpersonal, and time-management abilities
• Strong computer skills, especially in Microsoft Office
• Willingness to travel as needed for supplier engagement and audits

Company Description

Comprised of a market-leading portfolio of best-in-class brands, the businesses of ITW Welding work together to provide premium performance delivered through a breadth of solutions encompassing welding, cutting, consumables, and accessories.  ITW Welding North America represents Miller Electric Welding Equipment, Safety & Accessories, Hobart Filler Metals, and Bernard / Tregaskiss MIG Guns.

Miller Electric Mfg. LLC, is headquartered in Appleton, Wisconsin, and wholly owned by  (NYSE: ITW). The company maintains its industry leadership by setting the standard for reliability, quality and responsiveness. Our tagline, “The Power of Blue®,” is inspired by the blue color of Miller equipment.

The company began with an innovation that responded to customer needs, growing from a one-man operation in 1929, to the world’s largest manufacturer of arc welding products. Miller keeps the tradition alive by focusing on its top priority: people.

Additional Information

Why ITW Welding?

Here’s what we offer to help you build the future you want:

• Generous Retirement Benefits – 401(k) match PLUS an additional retirement contribution to help you plan for the future.
• Paid Time Off – 11 paid holidays, 5 sick days, and vacation time to take time for what matters.
• Company-Paid Insurance – Life, AD&D, Short-Term & Long-Term Disability insurance to give you peace of mind.
• Family-Friendly Benefits – 4 weeks of paid parental leave and adoption reimbursement to support your family journey.
• Education Assistance – tuition reimbursement because we believe in investing in your personal and professional development.

At ITW Welding, we’re not just a place to work – we’re a community that empowers you to grow and make a real impact. Join us and build a career that makes a difference!