Inventory Specialist

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

BASIC DESCRIPTION:

Be the primary liaison and communication connection between our manufacturing teams and suppliers. The ideal candidate will coordinate with the Material and Operations team to support all supply chain activities for the PSD Division. The individual will be responsible for all supply chain activities in the PSD division to include continual involvement with our suppliers as well as properly collaborating with and executing ITW Strategic Sourcing Initiatives.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Work collaboratively with suppliers and customer service to expedite shipments as needed for the business
• Support activities related to procurement, storage, and shipment of raw materials
• Issue POs/releases to suppliers.
• Conduct cycle counts
• Manage and implement ECO’s while minimizing impact to Manufacturing
• Manage NCN’s and coordinate the disposition of rejected materials with suppliers.
• Effectively communicate and resolve quality and delivery issues with suppliers to prevent reoccurrence of issues.
• Responsible for maintaining MOH goals as well as limiting the non-"active" inventory
• Support maintenance of MRD systems
• Participate in material management improvement projects (80/20, flow principles, MRD, PLS, etc).
• Work collectively within the PSD Materials Team to identify, implement, and maintain best practices within our businesses.
• Must be able to back up team members for vacation days and be willing to work with team on vacation scheduling.
• Leadership of relevant materials projects as needed.

Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must have an associate degree or actively pursuing a degree in Supply Chain Management, Materials Management, or related education.
• Previous materials, supply chain experience required.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with minimal supervision at times.
• Ability to build and maintain relationships within the division and externally.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, leadership abilities, and organizational skills.
• Must have a positive attitude and work well with others in a team environment.
• Must be detail oriented
• Ability to read bill of material (BOM), assembly drawings, and prints.
• Strong computer skills; computer skills using Magic, Macola, Windows, Word, Excel and Intranet are required.
• Ability to meet deadlines as assigned.

Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.

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.