Senior Buyer - Components Division

Miller Electric Mfg. LLC; Appleton (WI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Paid time off including 11 holidays

Company-paid life and disability insurance

4 weeks of paid parental leave

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Miller Electric Mfg. LLC in Appleton, Wisconsin is looking for a Senior Buyer with a passion for supply chain excellence. This dynamic position requires a leader who can drive procurement activities, supervise inventory management, and lead vendor negotiations. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor’s degree and at least three years of relevant experience.

The role involves collaborating with teams, conducting supplier audits, and implementing cost-saving initiatives. The company offers generous benefits including a 401(k) match, paid time off, and education assistance.

Qualifications

• At least three years of experience in a similar role.
• Solid background in supplier management including negotiation and quality.
• Ability to manage cost savings initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Own activities related to procurement, storage, and shipment of materials.
• Lead vendor negotiations—price, delivery, and compliance.
• Drive cost-saving programs and manage material variance.

Skills

Supplier management

Negotiation

Analytical thinking

Leadership

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Operations, Supply Chain, or Business Management

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Senior Buyer – Supply Chain Excellence

Are you a change‑maker with a passion for leadership and supply chain strategy? Step into the role of Senior Buyer— a dynamic position where you'll thrive in a fast‑paced, ever‑evolving environment. You'll leverage your strong interpersonal skills to lead, coordinate, and support critical supply chain initiatives for the Components Division. From tactical execution to strategic planning, you'll drive continuous improvement with our suppliers and manufacturing teams—all while aligning with the broader goals of the ITW Welding Group Companies.

What You’ll Do

• Own activities related to procurement, storage, and shipment of materials
• Champion cost, quality, delivery, productivity, and simplification initiatives
• Document and celebrate all cost savings and avoidances
• Cultivate strong, collaborative relationships with key vendors (not just transactional!)
• Take the lead on vendor negotiations—price, delivery, and quality compliance
• Build and manage a robust supplier base
• Conduct impactful supplier visits, evaluations, and quality audits
• Drive proactive resolution through the Corrective Action Request process
• Manage material price variance, boost inventory turns, and lead cost‑reduction programs
• Supervise material handlers and inventory specialists and continuously seek smarter, simpler ways to work
• Align supplier schedules with real‑time material requirements (MRD adjustments)
• Hit MOH targets and keep non‑active inventory under control
• Oversee cycle counts and master inventory management
• Manage raw materials during new product transitions/developments
• Spearhead strategic sourcing and resourcing projects across the division
• Collaborate daily with operations, product, and engineering teams

What You Bring

• A Bachelor’s Degree in Operations, Supply Chain, or Business Management
• At least three years of experience in a similar role
• A solid background in supplier management (negotiation, delivery, and quality)
• A track record of managing cost savings initiatives
• The ability to set and crush both short- and long‑term goals
• Thrive in a fast‑paced environment and rise to the challenge
• A self‑starter attitude: conscientious, enthusiastic, and always positive
• Strong prioritization and analytical thinking skills
• Outstanding communication and negotiation savvy
• A team‑first mindset—you build, embrace, and promote collaboration
• Exceptional leadership, interpersonal, and time‑management abilities
• Strong computer skills, especially in Microsoft Office
• Willingness to travel as needed for supplier engagement and audits

Benefits

• Generous retirement benefits – 401(k) match plus an additional 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

Equal Opportunity Employer

ITW is an equal‑opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.