Supply Chain Associate

Fastenal Co.; Charleston (IL); On-site; USD 22,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with employer contribution

Job summary

Fastenal Co. is seeking a Part-time Supply Chain Associate at our Charleston, IL branch to manage inventory, procurement, pricing quotes, and product sourcing while supporting customer needs. You may deliver items with a company vehicle and assist accounts receivable as required, within a dynamic team environment.

The role emphasizes accuracy, organization, and service excellence, with a strong commercial focus and growth opportunities within Fastenal.

Qualifications

• Minimum 18 years old.
• Valid driver’s license with clean driving record.
• Degree in relevant field OR related work experience.
• Strong written and verbal communication.
• Proficient computer skills.
• Strong math, organization, and planning abilities.
• Good problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Demonstrate core values of ambition, innovation, integrity and teamwork.
• Lifts 25–50 lbs (up to 75 lbs) as needed.
• Pass drug screen where required.

Responsibilities

• Manage branch inventory levels.
• Handle procurement functions, including POs and backorders.
• Estimate prices, quote, and source products.
• Coordinate resources to meet customer supply chain needs.
• Support accounts receivable activities.
• Make deliveries with company vehicle when needed.
• Perform other duties to ensure branch success.

Skills

Inventory management

Customer service

Communication skills

Proficient computer skills

Mathematical aptitude

Organization & planning

Problem solving

Teamwork

Driving (valid license)

Education

Degree in Business / Supply Chain / Operations / Management / Marketing / Sales or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Position Details - Supply Chain Associate

Job ID 637760

Title Supply Chain Associate

Type Part‑time

Location Charleston, IL 61920

Departments Supply Chain

Date Published September 29, 2026

End Date 10‑13‑2026

Job Description

Supply Chain Associate
1101 Loxa Rd, Charleston, IL 61920
ILMAT Public Store
Part‑time shifts: Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri 7:00 am – 5:00 pm
10‑28 hours per week

Overview

Embark on a dynamic journey as a Part‑time Supply Chain Associate, where every day offers a new opportunity to immerse yourself in the world of supply chain excellence. In addition to managing inventory, you'll play a pivotal role in supporting business‑to‑business operations by administering procurement, sourcing, and quoting functions that seamlessly meet the needs of our customers and drive the success of their business. This position is for our branch located at 1101 Loxa Rd, Charleston, IL 61920.

Responsibilities

• Managing branch inventory levels
• Administering procurement functions, including purchase orders and backorder management
• Estimating/quoting prices and sourcing product
• Coordinating resources to respond to customer supply chain needs
• Supporting accounts receivable activities
• Making deliveries with a company vehicle as necessary
• Performing other duties as needed to ensure branch success

Required Position Qualifications

• 18 years of age or older, due to the nature of work
• Possess a current full valid driver's license issued in the country where the job is located (including successful completion of any applicable graduated license program for your state or province) as well as the ability to meet our driving record requirements to use a company vehicle, as needed
• Possess or are working towards a degree in Business, Supply Chain, Operations, Management, Marketing, Sales or related field of study OR have customer service or industry related work experience
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Proficient computer skills
• Highly motivated, self directed and customer service oriented
• Demonstrate strong math aptitude, attention to detail and sense of urgency
• Demonstrate strong organization, planning and prioritizing abilities
• Exhibit strong problem solving, deductive reasoning and decision making skills
• Demonstrate our core values of ambition, innovation, integrity and teamwork
• Lift, slide, carry and lower packages that typically weigh 25lbs-50lbs and may weigh up to 75lbs
• Pass the required drug screen (applicable in the US, Puerto Rico and Guam ONLY)

Training & Development

Our mission within Fastenal's School of Business is to collaboratively maximize the potential of each employee by consistently providing efficient, effective, and engaging learning opportunities to drive improved work performance. The experience includes on-the‑job, online, instructor‑led classroom and virtual trainings which will equip you with the knowledge, skills and strategies to be successful in your role and grow with the company.

About Us

Since 1967 Fastenal has grown as a distributor of industrial and construction supplies from a single branch to a Fortune 500 company with over 3,000 servicing locations, each providing tailored local inventory and personal service for our customers. As we've expanded across the world, we've retained a core belief in people and their ability to accomplish remarkable things - if given the opportunity. From this philosophy stems an entrepreneurial culture that challenges every employee to run their own business, create their own success, and advance to become company leaders.

As a growth company with a solid financial position, we are committed to training, promoting from within, and creating opportunities for our employees. If you have an entrepreneurial spirit and are looking to make your mark as part of an elite growth company, you won't find a better fit than Fastenal.

Part‑Time Benefit

• Fastenal offers a 401(k) with an employer contribution.

Compensation

The pay range for this position is $16/hr -18/hr.