Buyer Commercial Solutions Division

Job Description:

Are you a Supply Chain professional that enjoys solving supply challenges influencing partners and making things happen

Miller Electric an ITW company is adding a Buyer to our Materials Management this role you will be responsible for managing finished goodspurchasinginventory planning and supplier performance for a portfolio of equipment and private-label accessory products serving U.S. retail and e-commerce customers. This role translates demand forecasts customer programs and marketing initiatives into supply plans that optimize product availability inventory investment and customer service.

As the primary supply chain partner to Sales Marketing and Operations the Buyer aligns demand with supply capabilities manages global supplier relationships coordinates import activities and provides inventory and fulfillment guidance to support business growth and customer satisfaction. The Buyer is accountable for key supply chain metrics including inventory turns on-time delivery/fill rate supplier performance and working capital management.

How you will Make an Impact:

Inventory & Planning

• Develop and execute inventory replenishment and stocking strategies based on demand variability lead times and on-time delivery objectives.
• Translate forecasts customer programs and marketing initiatives into purchasing and supply plans.
• Establish and manage inventory targets and safety stock levels to balance product availability inventory investment and supply risk.
• Own key supply chain performance metrics including inventory turns supplier on-time delivery and working capital performance.
• Manage purchasing activities for finished goods and accessory products monitoring past-due POs and engaging in supplier follow-up.
• Plan purchasing activities around production schedules holidays lead times and global logistics constraints.

Supplier & Supply Management

• Build and manage relationships with domestic and international suppliers including negotiation performance management and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Coordinate global supply and import activities working with logistics providers freight forwarders and customs brokers to ensure reliable inbound supply.
• Monitor supplier performance and inbound shipments proactively addressing delays disruptions and supply risks.
• Drive cost reduction working capital and profitability initiatives through strategic sourcing and purchasing decisions.

Business Partnership & Improvement

• Serve as the primary supply chain partner to Hobart Welding Products Sales Marketing and Operations providing guidance on inventory availability lead times and order fulfillment feasibility.
• Evaluate large or non-standard customer orders and provide data-driven recommendations to support these customers.
• Collaborate with Marketing to ensure inventory readiness for promotions campaigns and product launches.
• Identify opportunities to improve supply chain processes planning effectiveness and operational performance.

What you need to do to be successful in this role:

• Global Supply Chain: manage global suppliers and import supply chains.
• Business Acumen: balance customer service inventory cost and supply chain risk.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: work cross-functionally with Sales Marketing and Operations teams.
• Analytical Thinking: Strong analytical problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Communication & Influence: Strong communication collaboration and influencing skills.
• Supplier Management: Proven negotiation and supplier management capabilities.
• Self-starter: Highly organized with strong prioritization and time management skills.

Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree in Supply Chain Operations Business Management or related field required.
• 3 years of experience inpurchasinginventory planningsupply planning or supply chain management preferred.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office andERP systems preferablyMicrosoft Dynamics 365.
• Willingness to travel as needed.

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 byIllinois Tool Works(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.

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

Why ITW Welding

Heres 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 were not just a place to work were a community that empowers you to grow and make a real impact. Join us and build a career that makes a difference!

ITW is an equal opportunity employer. We value our colleagues unique perspectives experiences and ideas and create workplaces where everyone can develop their careers and perform to their full potential.

As an equal employment opportunity employer ITW is committed to equal employment opportunity and fair treatment for employees beginning with the hiring process and continuing through all aspects of the employment relationship.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color sex gender identity sexual orientation religion national origin age disability protected Veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal state or local laws.