Leadership Program – Global Supply Chain

Stanley Black & Decker, Inc.

. Complete three rotations over two years, typically in 6- or 12-month assignments .

Posted 11/10/2026full-timeUnited StatesSenior💰 $51,700 - $83,300 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong analytical thinking and structured problem-solving skills to drive measurable improvements in manufacturing and distribution processes. Capable of leading cross-functional teams and effectively communicating with stakeholders while managing individual development and career progression.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Bachelor's Degree In EngineeringStructured Problem-SolvingData AnalysisCross-Functional LeadershipMicrosoft Office

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Hard Skills

Manufacturing ProcessesDistribution ProcessesContinuous ImprovementQuality ManagementOperations ManagementLean MethodologyChange ManagementAnalyticsPurchasingPlanning

Soft Skills

Leadership PotentialLearning AgilityAccountabilityCommunicationCollaboration

Tools & Technologies

ERP SystemsDigital-Manufacturing Tools

Industry Keywords

Supply ChainLogisticsManufacturingQualityOperations

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ERP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Complete three rotations over two years, typically in 6- or 12-month assignments
Own defined business results and deliver measurable improvement
Learn manufacturing or distribution processes, engage employees, follow standard work, and respond to issues with urgency
Use structured problem-solving, data analysis, and change-management skills to identify root causes and implement sustained countermeasures
Lead cross-functional work with operations, engineering, quality, planning, purchasing, finance, maintenance, EHS, HR, suppliers, and other partners
Communicate progress, risks, and recommendations to site and Global Supply Chain leaders
Manage an individual development plan, seek feedback, build a network, and prepare for a post-program leadership or functional role
Potential rotational assignments in purchasing, continuous improvement, quality, planning, and operations

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Industrial, Manufacturing, Mechanical, Systems, or Electrical Engineering; Supply Chain; Operations Management; Logistics; Analytics/Planning; Business; or a related discipline
Recent graduate or early-career professional, generally with fewer than two years of full-time professional experience
At least one internship, co-op, research, military, or substantive project experience related to manufacturing, distribution, purchasing, quality, planning, operations, or continuous improvement preferred
Demonstrated leadership potential, learning agility, accountability, analytical thinking, communication, collaboration, and bias for action
Interest in hands-on manufacturing and willingness to work in plant or distribution environments
Ability and willingness to relocate for assignments and post-program placement; rotations may require moves every 6 to 12 months
Experience with Microsoft Office expected
Exposure to ERP, analytics, Lean, quality, or digital-manufacturing tools helpful but not required
Must have legal authorization to work in the country of the position without restriction
Generally fewer than two years of full-time professional experience

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Life insurance
Vision insurance
Disability benefits
401(k)
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Paid time off, including paid vacation, holidays & personal days
Tuition reimbursement
Wellness program
Discounts on Stanley Black & Decker tools and products
Discount programs for other vendors and partners
Learning resources, including Lean Academy and online university
Career development opportunities
Volunteerism and sustainable business practices