Commodity Manager – Packaging Components

Milwaukee-Tool; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental and vision insurance

Education assistance

401(k) savings plan

Job summary

Milwaukee Tool is seeking a seasoned Commodity Manager for the US Packaging portfolio to lead end-to-end strategy, supplier relationships, and contract negotiations. You will drive cost competitiveness, innovation, and compliance while collaborating with Engineering, Operations, Finance and Supplier Partners to deliver results.

Reporting to the Sr. Commodity Manager, you will own financial reporting, PPV tracking, and ideation savings, with up to 25% domestic travel.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering or related field.
• 5+ years of strategic sourcing or supply chain leadership.
• Strong negotiating skills with proven savings and risk management.
• Ability to influence across Engineering, Operations, Finance and Suppliers.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end US packaging category strategy and execution.
• Manage supplier relationships and scorecards for performance.
• Lead RFPs/RFQs, contract negotiations, and cost savings initiatives.
• Collaborate with Engineering and Product Management to meet regulatory and safety requirements.
• Own financial reporting for the category including PPV and ideation savings.

Skills

Negotiation

Cross-functional collaboration

Sourcing strategy

Analytical skills

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's degree in relevant field

Job description

Job Description:Innovate without boundaries!At Milwaukee Tool we firmly believe that our People and our Culture are the secrets to our success — so we give you unlimited access to everything you need to provide support to your business unit. Behind our doors, you’ll be empowered every day to own it, drive it, and do what it takes to support the biggest breakthroughs in the industry. Meanwhile, you’ll have the support and resources of the fastest-growing brand in the construction industry to make it happen.Your Role on Our TeamReporting to the Sr. Commodity Manager, this role supports the development and execution of sourcing strategies for the US packaging component portfolio. The Commodity Manager – US Packaging will lead strategy, supplier relationships, and execution across all Milwaukee Tool business units, providing leadership for the domestic supply base while collaborating with the broader international supply network. Key priorities include cost competitiveness, innovation, resiliency, and compliance. Success in this role requires a highly motivated, analytical, and collaborative self-starter who thrives in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment and can influence Engineering, Operations, Finance, and Supplier Partners to drive growth, reduce risk, and deliver results.You’ll be DISRUPTIVE through these duties and responsibilities:Category & Sourcing LeadershipOwn end-to-end management of the US packaging component portfolio.Develop and execute global sourcing strategies, including tariff mitigation, dual sourcing, and capacity expansion to keep pace with double-digit growth.Partner with US site leadership (Engineering, Plant Management, Project Leaders) to align sourcing with operational needs.Supplier & Vendor ManagementOversee relationships across domestic supply base, driving accountability for quality, delivery, and innovation.Seek out opportunities to collaborate with our international counterparts within the packaging space.Manage supplier scorecards, KPIs, and continuous improvement initiatives to ensure consistent performance.Lead RFPs & RFQs, contract negotiations (MSA), and execution to secure optimal terms while maintaining compliance and risk management.InnovationLead new product development in the packaging space from a procurement perspectivePartner with Engineering and Product Management to ensure suppliers meet technical, safety, and regulatory requirements.Financial & Operational OwnershipOwn financial reporting and analysis for the US packaging category, including VFS, PPV, ideation savings, and cash flow.Identify cost savings opportunities through process improvements, supplier negotiations, and design-to-value efforts.Serve as owner of Operations reviews, ensuring transparency, accountability, and cross-functional alignment.Conduct research on market dynamics, cost drivers, supplier business models, and historical spend to enhance negotiations for assigned categories and contract.The TOOLS you’ll bring with you:Requires a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field such as Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or related technical field. Specific coursework in purchasing, materials management, engineering or quality assurance is desirable. An advanced degree is a plus.5+ years of experience in strategic sourcing, commodity management, or supply chain leadership.Demonstrated experience managing supply bases and high-growth product categories.Must exhibit strong negotiating skills and demonstrate proven success negotiating, implementing and managing supply contracts, along with delivering savings and mitigating risk.Results-driven, deadline-oriented, and comfortable managing multiple projects simultaneously.Ability to develop strong cross-functional partnerships and influence stakeholders across multiple functions.International sourcing/supply chain development is a plus.Seeking an aggressive, determined individual with excellent organizational skills.Outstanding interpersonal, verbal, written, and presentation skills are required.Willingness to travel domestically (up to 25%).We provide these great perks and benefits:Robust health, dental and vision insurance plansGenerous 401(k) savings planEducation assistanceOn-site wellness, fitness center, food, and coffee serviceAnd many more — check out our benefits site HERE.Milwaukee Tool is an equal opportunity employer.