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.

As the Materials Manager you will be responsible for the development and performance of all global procurement and supply chain activities for the division, approximately $150 Million of direct and indirect spend.  Lead through short term and long term initiatives, strategic sourcing, and ensure new product development is competitive by evaluating Total Cost of Ownership (TCO).  You will report to the Director of Operations and have multiple exempt level direct reports. The Materials Manager has the ability to make a large impact on the division and will partner with Suppliers, Engineering, Operations, and Sourcing Category Manager.

What you will focus on in the Materials Manager role:

• Negotiate with suppliers and manage contracts.
• Monitor contract compliance and re-negotiate contract improvements.
• Develop category-specific sourcing strategies, by analyzing internal and external data.
• Manage supply risk analysis for multiple locations working with internal/external teams to validate raw material alternatives to maintain supply and offset price increases.
• Develop sourcing strategies through data analysis and purchasing expertise. 
• Monitor results and adjust strategy as market conditions evolve.
• Track supplier performance and provide feedback for opportunities to build business relationships through matching supplier capabilities and business objectives.
• Analyzes supplier financial position to assess viability by assessing strengths, weaknesses, tracking KPIs and financial development of supplier.
• Utilize historical and current demand to provide Market Rate of Demand (MRD) outlook to suppliers on an as-needed basis to support customer demand and production, ensuring supplier compliance with MRD commitments for lead time and holding of finished goods.
• Present key materials trends, issues, and inflation & deflation forecast to the Division to manage monthly, quarterly, and annual outlook.
• Monitoring and ownership of MOH ​(months on hand) and inventory grading risk for finished goods and raw material inventory

What it takes to be successful in the Materials Manager role:

• Driven to make a positive impact
• Negotiate and Influence
• Analysis & Strategy
• Communication & Presentation Skills
• Leadership and drive accountability
• Build collaborative relationships

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.