Senior Buyer Components Division

Job Description:

Join Our Team as a Senior Buyer Be a Key Player in Driving Supply Chain Excellence!

Are you a change-maker with a passion for leadership and supply chain strategy Step into the role ofSeniorBuyera dynamic position where youll thrive in a fast-paced ever-evolving environment. Youll leverage your strong interpersonal skills to lead coordinate and support critical supply chain initiatives for theComponents Division. From tactical execution to strategic planning youll drive continuous improvement with our suppliers and manufacturing teamsall while aligning with the broader goals of the ITW Welding Group Companies. If youre a natural leader whos excited to motivate and inspire a team toward productivity and growth this is the opportunity for you!

What Youll Do:

Strategic Sourcing & Supplier Management

• Spearhead strategic sourcing and resourcing projects across the division
• Build and manage a robust supplier base
• Cultivate strong collaborative relationships with key vendors (not just transactional!)
• Take the lead on vendor negotiationsprice delivery and quality compliance
• Conduct impactful supplier visits evaluations and quality audits
• Drive proactive resolution through the Corrective Action Request (CAR) process
• Collaborate daily with operations product and engineering teams

Procurement

• Own activities related to procurement storage and shipment of materials
• Align supplier schedules with real-time material requirements (MRD adjustments)
• Manage raw materials during new product introductions and product transitions
• Oversee cycle counts and master inventory management
• Hit MOH (Months On Hand) targets and keep non-active inventory under control
• Supervise material handlers and inventory specialists while continuously improving processes

Cost Improvement

• Champion cost quality delivery productivity and simplification initiatives
• Document and celebrate all cost savings and cost avoidance achievements
• Manage material price variance improve inventory turns and lead cost-reduction programs

How to be successful:

• Deliver Results: set and achieve both short- and long-term goals while maintaining focus on key business priorities.
• Embrace Challenges: thrive in a fast-paced environment and adapt quickly to changing priorities with confidence and resilience.
• Take Initiative: demonstrate a self-starter mindset by approaching work with enthusiasm accountability and a positive attitude.
• Think Strategically: leverage strong analytical skills to prioritize effectively solve problems and make sound business decisions.
• Communicate with Influence: build trust through clear communication and effective negotiation that drives mutually beneficial outcomes.
• Champion Collaboration: foster a team-first culture by building strong relationships and encouraging cross-functional partnership.
• Lead with Impact: inspire others through exceptional leadership interpersonal and time-management skills while delivering results.

Qualifications:

• A Bachelors Degree in Operations Supply Chain or Business Management
• 3 years of progressive materials management experience
• Experience withsupplier management(negotiation delivery and quality) and managing cost savings initiatives
• Strong computer skills especially inMicrosoft 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 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.

Additional Information

ITW Welding is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex national origin disability or protected Veteran status age or any other characteristic protected by law.

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.

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.