Inventory Control Specialist

Stanley Black & Decker, Inc.; Chesterfield (MO); On-site; USD 38,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k)

Tuition reimbursement

Tool discounts

Job summary

Stanley Black & Decker, Inc. in Chesterfield, MI is seeking an Inventory Control Specialist for the onsite 1st shift. You will maintain inventory accuracy, manage cycle counts, and coordinate with receiving, QA, and manufacturing teams to ensure data integrity.

The role requires a high school diploma, at least two years of automotive OEM/Tier experience, and proficiency with Future 3 Automotive Release, JD Edwards, and MS Office.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; supply chain coursework preferred.
• At least two years of automotive OEM/Tier supplier inventory experience.
• Experience with inventory systems and software (Future 3, JD Edwards, MS Office).
• Strong attention to detail and error-free data handling.
• Good communication, teamwork, and ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Maintain inventory accuracy by monitoring discrepancies and performing cycle counts per policy.
• Handle receiving, drop-ship materials, and quarantine locations as needed.
• Generate and review QA and external warehouse reports for data integrity.
• Coordinate with departments on work orders, requisitions, and invoicing dashboards.
• Support inventory control best practices and assist with overtime when required.

Skills

Automotive experience (OEM/Tier)

Inventory management

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Supply chain coursework preferred

Tools

Future 3 Automotive Release

JD Edwards

MS Office Suite

Job description

Inventory Control Specialist – Onsite (1st Shift)

Chesterfield, MI, USA

Come build something that matters.

It takes great people to achieve greatness. People with a sense of purpose and integrity. People with a relentless pursuit of excellence. People who care about making things better For Those Who Make The World™. Sound like you? Join our top-notch team of approximately 43,500 diverse and high-performing professionals globally who are making their mark on some of the world’s most beloved brands, including DEWALT®, BLACK+DECKER®, CRAFTSMAN®, STANLEY®, CUB CADET®, and HUSTLER®.

The Job

• Inventory accuracy is maintained in warehouses by monitoring negative inventory, conducting root cause analysis for discrepancies, and performing cycle counts according to SBD policy.
• Receiving functions are carried out as needed, including handling receivers for drop ship materials and maintaining quarantine locations.
• The integrity of QA and outside warehouse locations is preserved by generating, sharing, and reviewing relevant reports.
• MUV reviews are conducted, including attending meetings to ensure proper oversight of materials.
• Work orders and sub-supplier processes are verified and coordinated daily with other departments.
• Requisition requests are processed promptly, and invoice dashboard maintenance is performed to ensure accurate financial tracking.
• Metrics are calculated and posted regularly, and all incoming packing concern sheets are documented, reported, and followed up.
• IPS uploads for CPD Freight and maintenance of materials in the BFLSH location in JDE are managed efficiently.
• Sales orders are entered, coordinated, and scheduled, while scrap requests from QA are processed weekly upon approval.
• The role includes assisting other facilities with work order corrections, coordinating excess and obsolete write-offs and disposal, supporting inventory control best practices, ensuring compliance, participating in weekly leadership reviews, and performing other duties as assigned, including working overtime when required.

The Person

• A high school diploma or equivalent is required, with additional education in supply chain, logistics, or inventory management preferred.
• Candidates should have at least two years of automotive experience with OEM and Tier customers, as well as prior experience in warehouse inventory control or asset management.
• Proficiency in inventory management systems, including Future 3 Automotive Release software, JD Edwards, and MS Office Suite, is necessary.
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and the ability to analyze and distribute workloads are essential for this role.
• Applicants must demonstrate excellent communication skills, the ability to work collaboratively or independently, physical capability to handle warehouse tasks up to 50 lbs, and a commitment to safety and compliance standards.

The Details

• Medical, dental, life, vision, disability, 401(k), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, paid time off, and tuition reimbursement in addition to programs & benefits in support of your well-being.
• Discounts on Stanley Black & Decker tools and other partner programs.

And More

• Grow: Be part of our global company with 20+ brands to grow and develop your skills along multiple career paths.
• Learn: Have access to a wealth of learning resources, including our digital learning portal.
• Belong: Experience an awesome place to work, where we have mutual respect and a great appreciation for a wide range of perspectives and experiences.
• Give Back: Help us continue to make positive changes locally and globally through volunteerism, giving back, and sustainable business practices.

What’s more, you’ll get that pride that comes from empowering makers, doers, protectors, and everyday heroes all over the world. We’re more than the #1 tools company. More than a driving force in outdoor power equipment. More than a global leader in industrial. We’re visionaries and innovators. As successful as we’ve been in the past, we have so much further to go. That’s where you come in. Join us!

The Salary range for this position is $38,300.00 - $61,600.00

• This is the lowest to highest annual full-time salary range we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. The salary offered within the range may vary depending on multiple factors including job level, geographic location, job-related knowledge, skills, qualifications, experience and in compliance with local wage requirements. Please note that salary is only one component of total rewards at Stanley Black & Decker.
• The salary range listed in this job posting reflects the range for the primary location specified. The salary range may vary for other locations.
• The successful candidate may be eligible for annual merit increases.
• Medical, dental, life, vision, disability,401(k), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, paid time off, and tuition reimbursement in addition to programs & benefits in support of your well-being.
• Discounts on Stanley Black & Decker tool sand other partner programs.

We Don’t Just Build The World, We Build Innovative Technology Too.

Joining the Stanley Black & Decker team means working in an innovative, tech-driven and highly collaborative team environment supported by over 43,500 professionals in 60 countries across the globe. Here, you’ll get the unique chance to impact some of the world’s most iconic brands including STANLEY TOOLS, DEWALT, CRAFTSMAN, MAC TOOLS and Black + Decker. Your ideas and solutions have the potential to reach millions of customers as we work together to write the next chapter in our history. Come build with us and take your career to new heights.

Who We Are

We’re the World’s largest tool company. We’re industry visionaries. We’re solving problems and advancing the manufacturing trade through innovative technology and our Industry 4.0 Initiative. We are committed to ensuring our state-of-the-art “smart factory” products and services provide greater quality to our customers & greater environmental and social value to our planet. We are unique in that we have a rich and storied history dating back to 1843, but that hasn't stopped us from evolving into a vibrant, diverse, global growth company.

What You’ll Also Get

Career Opportunity: Career paths aren’t linear here. Being part of our global company with 60+ brands gives you the chance to grow and develop your skills along multiple career paths.

Benefits & Perks

You’ll get a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits plan that includes medical, dental, life, vision, wellness program, disability, retirement benefits, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, Paid Time Off, including paid vacation, holidays & personal days, and tuition reimbursement. And, of course, discounts on Stanley Black & Decker tools and products and well as discount programs for many other vendors and partners.

Learning & Development

Our lifelong learning philosophy means you’ll have access to a wealth of state-of-the art learning resources, including our Lean Academy and online university (where you can get certificates and specializations from renowned colleges and universities).

Diverse & Inclusive Culture

We pride ourselves on being an awesome place to work. We respect and embrace differences because that’s how the best work gets done. You’ll find we like to have fun here, too.

Purpose-Driven Company

You’ll help us continue to make positive changes in the local communities where we work and live as well as in the broader world through volunteerism, giving back and sustainable business practices.

EEO Statement

All qualified applicants to Stanley Black & Decker are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran’s status or any other protected characteristic.

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