Illinois Tool Works, Inc. (NYSE: ITW) is a Fortune 200 global industrial company centered in a differentiated business model. The company’s seven business segments leverage the 80/20 business model to generate solid growth, best-in-class margins and favorable returns in markets where innovative, customer-focused solutions are required. ITW delivers specialized expertise, innovative thinking and value-added products to meet critical customer needs in a variety of industries targeting sustainable and profitable organic growth.

Division Description

ITW’s Automotive segment designs and manufactures innovative fasteners, interior and exterior components, and powertrain and braking systems for OEMs and their top-tier suppliers. ITW’s automotive businesses have a high level of customer intimacy, enabling customer-back innovation to address complex needs such as vehicle efficiency, safety, and quality. Deep market knowledge and strong manufacturing process capabilities allow ITW’s automotive businesses to be nimble, niche problem solvers for their sophisticated customers.

The Smart Components Division drives profitability by leveraging its innovative solutions and application engineering. In addition to ITW’s industry-leading research and development capabilities, ITW Body and Fuel enhances our customers’ competitive advantage. Smart Components is a business group within ITW’s Automotive segment with manufacturing locations in North America. Our products are made up of housings and doors, innovative Capless solutions and charge ports for major OEMs around the world.

Summary

Serves as a dedicated resource working directly with the Warehouse Manager and staff to support inventory responsibilities.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Work collaboratively with suppliers and customer service to expedite shipments as needed for the business
• Support activities related to procurement, storage, and shipment of raw materials
• Issue POs/releases to suppliers.
• Conduct cycle counts
• Effectively communicate and resolve quality and delivery issues with suppliers to prevent reoccurrence of issues.
• Responsible for maintaining MOH goals as well as limiting the non-"active" inventory
• Support maintenance of MRD systems
• Participate in material management improvement projects (80/20, flow principles, MRD, PLS, etc).
• Work collectively within the PSD Materials Team to identify, implement, and maintain best practices within our businesses.
• Must be able to back up team members for vacation days and be willing to work with team on vacation scheduling.
• Leadership of relevant materials projects as needed.

• Must have an associate degree or actively pursuing a degree in Supply Chain Management, Materials Management, or related education.
• Previous materials, supply chain experience required.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with minimal supervision at times.
• Ability to build and maintain relationships within the division and externally.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, leadership abilities, and organizational skills.
• Must have a positive attitude and work well with others in a team environment.
• Must be detail oriented
• Ability to read bill of material (BOM), assembly drawings, and prints.
• Strong computer skills; computer skills using Magic, Macola, Windows, Word, Excel and Intranet are required.
• Ability to meet deadlines as assigned.

Competencies

• Technical and Analytical Skills
• Understanding of basic math (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, calculations of percentages, measurement conversions).
• Strong working knowledge of Windows applications and Microsoft Office programs such as Word and Excel.
• Time Management and Communication Skills
• Must be dependable, have good attendance, be punctual, and have a positive attitude
• Prioritizes regular workload, special tasks and concurrent projects, allocating time and resources to ensure that work is completed accurately and efficiently within established time frame.
• Performs with high level of initiative exhibiting persistence and willingness to stimulate new ideas within the organization.
• Takes calculated risks, makes strategic, results-oriented decisions, and accepts responsibility for the results (positive or negative).
• Continuous improvement mindset (the Ability to build a robust inventory system that be used across the division.

ITW is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.    

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ITW is an equal opportunity employer. We value our colleagues’ unique perspectives, experiences and ideas and create workplaces where everyone can develop their careers and perform to their full potential. 

As an equal employment opportunity employer, ITW is committed to equal employment opportunity and fair treatment for employees, beginning with the hiring process and continuing through all aspects of the employment relationship. 

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected Veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.