Director of Procurement
Milwaukee ToolMilwaukee, Wisconsin, United States
Posted April 7, 2026
Full Time
About the Company
For over 100 years, Milwaukee Tool has led the industry with innovative solutions that redefine performance, productivity, and safety for the professional trades. Fueled by an unwavering commitment to its users, Milwaukee Tool pioneers breakthrough technologies, products, and services that empower tradespeople to excel in their work and return home safely each day. Milwaukee is dedicated to delivering a steady stream of advanced, trade-specific solutions from its global research, design and development facilities located across southeast Wisconsin. We enable a fast-paced design environment where our employees experience the challenge and satisfaction of seeing a product evolve from concept to the shelves of our retail and distribution partners and into the hands of our professional users on the jobsite. At Milwaukee Tool, we recognize your career path is as individual as you are. Whether you are considering joining us early in your career or you have been in the workforce for years, our priority is to help you meet your professional goals. Being part of a fast paced and innovative culture, professional developmentā¦.WE CREATE EMPOWERED LEADERS Community Guidelines > https://bit.ly/3sZqQMQ
Job Description
The Director of Procurement role defines, develops, resources, and delivers the Milwaukee Tool North America Indirect Procurement function, driving results through teams, influencing day-to-day operations and departmental performance, and leading strategic execution aligned with business priorities.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent in technical field or business administration; advanced degree preferred
- Minimum 10 years of progressive experience with the procurement of services and/or indirect procurement
- Minimum 4 years supervisory and managerial experience
- Working knowledge of business law and creation/negotiating legal contracts, including multi-year supplier agreements
- Excellent negotiating skills; High level of analytical skills
- Results driven and deadline orientated. Ability to manage multiple activities and projects to aggressive schedules and results
- Strategic thought leadership; Out-of-box creativity and transformational leadership
- Ability to develop and nurture productive business relationships, and influence and educate internal and external customers
Benefits
- Robust health, dental and vision insurance plans
- Generous 401 (K) savings plan
- Education assistance
- On-site wellness, fitness center, food, and coffee service
