Stockroom Leader

We're hiring a Stockroom Leader to support plant operations by managing inventory, purchasing, receiving, material handling, and supplier coordination. This role is based in a manufacturing facility and works closely with Maintenance, Operations, TPM, Accounts Payable, and external suppliers to ensure materials, tools, and services are available when needed. The position plays a critical role in keeping production running efficiently by maintaining inventory accuracy, supporting maintenance activities, and driving continuous improvement within the stockroom.

• Maintain inventory accuracy through cycle counts, stock control processes, and ERP transactions, achieving target inventory accuracy levels.
• Ensure materials, replacement parts, tools, and supplies are available to support production, maintenance, and TPM activities without disruption.
• Coordinate purchasing activities, supplier relationships, and order follow-up to ensure timely delivery and cost-effective procurement.
• Support receiving, shipping, and material handling processes while maintaining safety, quality, and 5S standards.
• Utilize ERP systems, Microsoft Office tools, and reporting processes to track inventory, purchasing activity, and shift-to-shift communication.
• Drive continuous improvement through Lean and 5S initiatives that improve stockroom organization, efficiency, service levels, and inventory control.

• Minimum 4 years of experience in a manufacturing environment with inventory control, stockroom operations, purchasing, or material management responsibilities.
• Working knowledge of inventory management, receiving, cycle counting, material handling, and ERP systems.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Outlook, Excel, and Word.
• Understanding of Lean Manufacturing and 5S principles, with strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.

• Associate's degree or technical degree in Supply Chain, Business, Manufacturing, or related field.
• Experience with MAXIMO or similar maintenance/inventory management systems.
• Purchasing, supplier management, negotiation, and forklift operation experience.

Our Fort Wayne, Indiana distribution center charges, packages and ships the batteries used in cars, boats, motorcycles, and heavy‑duty trucks. We opened in 1999 and now employ 130 people and operate six days per week. We are actively involved in our local community and give back through The United Way.

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• Medical, dental and vision care coverage and a 401(k) savings plan with company matching – all starting on date of hire
• Tuition reimbursement, perks, and discounts
• Parental and caregiver leave programs
• All the usual benefits such as paid time off, flexible spending, short‑and long‑term disability, basic life insurance, business travel insurance, and Employee Assistance Program
• Global market strength and worldwide market share leadership
• HQ location earns LEED certification for sustainability plus a full‑service cafeteria and workout facility
• Clarios has been recognized as one of 2026's Most Ethical Companies by Ethisphere. This prestigious recognition marks the fourth consecutive year Clarios has received this distinction.

Clarios is the force behind the world’s most recognizable car battery brands, powering vehicles from leading automakers like Ford, General Motors, Toyota, Honda, and Nissan. With 18,000 employees worldwide, we develop, manufacture, and distribute energy storage solutions while recovering,…