Buyer - Commercial Solutions Division

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 team. In this role you will be responsible for managing finished goods purchasing, inventory 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.

• 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.

• 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.

• 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.

• 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.

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Operations, Business Management, or related field required.
• 3+ years of experience in purchasing, inventory planning, supply planning, or supply chain management preferred.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and ERP systems, preferably Microsoft Dynamics 365.
• Willingness to travel as needed.

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…