Operations Project Leader – Manufacturing Strategy

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and deployment of multi-year strategic manufacturing plans for component manufacturing and machined metal parts.
• Create business case proposals for strategic projects, including sensitivity analysis and recommendations for senior leadership.
• Partner with international site leaders, engineering, and business owners to identify barriers to success and implement operational strategies.
• Use data-driven insights and complex financial modeling to identify opportunities for improving global supply chain KPIs.
• Facilitate global project meetings, ensuring accountability, timeline visibility, and risk mitigation across cross-functional teams.
• Drive change management initiatives to ensure successful implementation of new processes and strategic shifts.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Operations Management, Engineering, Finance, or equivalent experience.
• 7+ years of experience in Operations, Engineering, or Supply Chain roles.
• Proven experience with component manufacturing processes, including costing and operational management.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint for complex modeling and executive presentations.
• Strong analytical, critical thinking, and scenario modeling skills.
• Demonstrated project management proficiency and ability to lead cross-functional teams.
• Ability to travel up to 25% and flexibility to work with global teams across different time zones.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in a relevant business or technical field.
• Previous experience working in a manufacturing environment.
• Proven track record of driving organizational change and implementing new processes.
• International work experience and exposure to global business environments.

About the Company

Milwaukee Tool, founded in 1924, is a global leader in delivering innovative solutions to the professional construction trades. Known for world-leading cordless systems and jobsite solutions, the company is dedicated to delivering a steady stream of advanced, trade-specific tools that increase productivity and safety.