Assistant Controller - Global Logistics

Milwaukee Tool•Olive Branch, MS

About The Position

WE CREATE EMPOWERED LEADERS! At Milwaukee Tool we firmly believe that our People and our Culture are the bookends of our success. Our employees work with a passion to never settle and always improve, enabling us to push the status quo and change the lives of our users. Behind our doors you'll be empowered every day to own it, drive it, and do what it takes to support the biggest breakthroughs in the industry. Meanwhile, you'll have the support and resources of the fastest-growing brand in the construction industry to make it happen. Your Role on Our Team As a Finance Manager, you will provide strategic leadership, financial oversight, and operational partnership across the entire Distribution network at Milwaukee Tool. You will be responsible for forecasting, reporting, analytics, and KPI governance while partnering closely with senior Distribution leaders to drive cost efficiency, process improvement, and long‑term strategic planning. This role requires a proactive, highly motivated leader who thrives in a fast‑paced environment and can influence decision‑making across cross‑functional teams. This role is not eligible for any kind of sponsorship

Requirements

4+ years of experience in Finance or Accounting; Distribution experience preferred.
Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance.
Proven leadership experience — ability to develop talent and manage high‑performing teams.
Exceptional analytical and problem‑solving skills, with the ability to simplify and communicate complex concepts.
High proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Word; experience with ERP and BI tools a plus
Able to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization (written, verbal, presentation, and listening).
Ability to work well on diverse, cross-functional teams.
Able to handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
Travel to Corporate Office required – minimum once a quarter.

Nice To Haves

MBA or advanced degree a plus.
experience with ERP and BI tools a plus

Responsibilities

Provide leadership, support, and guidance for all aspects of Distribution.
Provide financial oversight and analysis for the distribution network, ensuring cost efficiency and alignment with strategic objectives.
Partner with senior Distribution leadership and building leaders to solidify and track relevant KPI’s on a consistent basis.
Serve as the primary finance partner for Distribution leadership, providing ad hoc analysis, business cases, “what-if” modeling, and strategic insights.
Lead development of enhanced financial tools, dashboards, and reporting systems to support operational decision-making.
Easily adapts to changing needs of finance and operational departments, and able to create meaningful ad hoc "what-if" financial analysis.