Sourcing Analyst

Milwaukee Tool•Milwaukee, MT

About The Position

Under the direction of and reporting to the Sr Commodity Manager, the Sourcing Analyst supports sourcing, procurement, and supplier management activities related to Maintenance, Repair & Operations (MRO). The role partners with internal stakeholders across Operations, Engineering, Facilities, Finance, and Supply Chain to ensure timely acquisition of goods and services while supporting cost savings, supplier performance, spend visibility, and sourcing efficiency. The analyst uses data analysis, market intelligence, and supplier collaboration to support business objectives and continuous improvement initiatives.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field such as Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, Finance, or a related technical field.
One to two years of sourcing or related experience in finance, supply chain, or data analytics.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including data analysis, dashboards, queries, and advanced formulas.
Strong attention to detail and ability to handle multiple time-sensitive priorities.
Determined, self-driven, and resourceful approach.
Ability to react quickly in a fast-paced, changing environment.
Excellent organization and time-management skills.

Nice To Haves

Experience using Power BI for reporting and spend visibility.
Experience leveraging AI tools to analyze complex datasets and optimize workflows.
Internship or co-op experience in purchasing, manufacturing, or a related area.

Responsibilities

Support and execute RFQs and RFPs, and conduct Total Cost of Ownership analysis to identify favorable costs and commercial terms.
Manage sourcing and procurement activities for assigned MRO categories.
Analyze category spend, supplier performance, and purchasing trends to identify cost-reduction and process-improvement opportunities.
Research market conditions, industry trends, and supplier capabilities to support strategic sourcing decisions.
Perform spend analysis, supplier benchmarking, and year-over-year purchasing comparisons to support sourcing strategies.
Use automation technology to optimize procurement processes and team efficiency.
Track procurement savings, Purchase Price Variance (PPV), and category performance against established objectives.
Prepare dashboards, reports, and presentations using Power BI and Excel to provide visibility to stakeholders and leadership.
Develop subject matter expertise in MRO requisition processes by partnering cross-functionally to understand purchasing needs, habits, and gaps.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand procurement requirements and ensure continuity of supply.
Maintain accurate supplier, spend, contract, and sourcing data within procurement systems and reporting tools.