What are the responsibilities and job description for the Buyer - Commercial Solutions Division position at ITW?
Company Description
Miller® is about building things that matter. We lead the welding industry in building advanced, solution-focused products and meeting crucial needs for welding safety and health.
We’re about the partnership and the work. Our products are designed with our users for manufacturing, fabrication, construction, aviation, motorsports, education, agriculture and marine applications.
Miller Electric Mfg. LLC, is headquartered in Appleton, Wisconsin, and wholly owned by Illinois 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.
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.
Job Description
The role of Buyer requires a leader that can drive change in a fast-paced and ever-changing environment leveraging his/her strong interpersonal skills. The ideal candidate will lead, coordinate, and support supply chain activities for the Commercial Solutions Division. The individual will be responsible for supply chain tactical and strategic activities to include continual improvement with our suppliers and manufacturing teams, as well as properly collaborating with and executing the ITW Welding Group Companies' strategies. People management, motivating and directing employees to optimize workplace productivity and promote professional growth. Workplace leaders, such as team leads, management to oversee workflow and boost employee performance on day-to-day activities.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Activities related to procurement, storage, and shipment of raw materials
- Leading cost, quality, delivery, productivity, and simplification activities
- Developing collaborative versus transactional relationships with key vendors
- Responsible for vendor negotiation (price, delivery, quality compliance)
- Develop and manage our supplier base
- Supplier visits and quality audits
- Proactively manage Corrective Action Request process
- Manage material price variance, inventory turns and site cost reduction programs
- Documentation of all cost savings and avoidances
- Supervise material handlers and seek out areas for simplification
- Communicate MRD adjustments to suppliers based on upon expected material requirements
- Responsible for maintaining MOH goals as well as limiting the non-"active" inventory classification
- Responsible for cycle counts and inventory management
- Manage the execution of ECN's
- Responsible for raw materials when transitioning from an existing product to new product
- Daily interaction with manufacturing and engineering staff
- Lead team of Material Handlers to support manufacturing production needs
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree in Operations/Supply Chain/Business Management required
- Minimum of three years experience
- Previous experience in effective supplier management (price negotiation, delivery, quality)
- Ability to manage cost savings
- Proven track record of setting and accomplishing short and long term strategy and goals
- Ability to work in a fast paced environment
- Must be a self-starter, conscientious, and enthusiastic with a positive attitude
- Demonstrated competency in prioritization and analytical skills
- Demonstrated excellence in the following skills: communication and negotiation
- Ability to embrace, build and promote a team environment
- Excellent leadership, interpersonal, and time management skills
- Excellent computer skills (Microsoft Office package)
- Must be willing to travel as needed
Additional Information
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
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.
