- Location
- 1 Steinway Place (View map)Astoria, NY 11105USA
- Employment
- Full-time
- Seniority
- Supervisor
- Compensation
- $70,000–80,000/year
- Department
- Supply Chain, Logistics & Inventory
- Posted
- Nov 10, 2026
About Steinway & Sons
Founded in New York in 1853 by Henry E. Steinway, Steinway & Sons is synonymous with exceptional piano craftsmanship and a distinguished musical heritage. With manufacturing rooted in New York and Hamburg, the brand unites traditional artisanal expertise with precision engineering in instruments prized by leading pianists and institutions worldwide. As an employer, Steinway & Sons brings together craftspeople, technicians, engineers, and commercial specialists around a shared commitment to musical excellence. Its professional world is shaped by meticulous attention to detail, respect for enduring expertise, and the interplay of heritage and innovation, connecting specialist careers with the exacting standards of fine piano making.
Steinway & Sons seeks a Warehouse Inventory Supervisor to oversee material flow, inventory, warehouse staff, and related shipping and receiving operations at its New York manufacturing site. The estimated annualized base salary is $70,000–$80,000, varying by skills and experience; benefits eligibility begins on the first day.
Role & Responsibilities
- Supervise incoming and outgoing direct and indirect materials at Steinway & Sons’ New York manufacturing site.
- Manage material requisitions from production, ensuring economical distribution quantities and approvals are processed through Steinway’s internal order system.
- Train and supervise warehouse clerks, lead daily morning meetings, and follow up on open topics.
- Coordinate weekly material cycle counts and verify inventory accuracy in accordance with FIFO procedures.
- Retrieve and validate receiving documentation, transfer inspected goods into warehouse inventory, and reconcile discrepancies with the New York Procurement team.
- Oversee warehouse security and safety measures to maintain a safe working environment.
- Manage warranty and new-part stock orders and related shipping for global fulfillment.
- Maintain ERP transactions for incoming materials and outbound rejected or scrap materials, and process expensed or miscellaneous items for Steinway dealers, stores, restoration, and new-part stock.
- Process and manage rejected materials sent to and from Steinway suppliers, ensuring timely repairs and appropriate inventory tracking and movement in the ERP system.
- Lead inspections of specialized materials, including larger cargo that cannot be held in the receiving department, and manage associated documentation.
- Direct and instruct warehouse material handlers and balance their daily workloads.
- Work with Steinway cost accountants to resolve inventory discrepancies and fulfill requests promptly.
Qualifications
- High school degree required; some college preferred.
- Industrial warehouse experience with a supervisory background.
- Familiarity with receiving and part-number procedures.
- Working knowledge of inventory control procedures and data-entry experience in a warehouse environment.
- Background in inventory analysis and management.
- Experience interacting with vendors and suppliers.
- Knowledge and understanding of warehouse settings and operations.
- Experience exercising judgment to reprioritize work when an immediate situation takes precedence.
- Computer literacy; Excel, Microsoft, and Outlook experience preferred.
Skills
Experience
Industrial warehouse experience with a supervisory background; warehouse data-entry experience.
Education
High school degree required; some college preferred.
Workplace
This position is based in Astoria, New York, USA, within easy reach of New York City.
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Compensation
The base compensation for this position ranges from USD 70,000 to USD 80,000 per annum.
Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision coverage; FSAs; generous 401(k) contribution; paid holidays; vacation and sick leave; professional development. New employees are eligible to participate from their first day.
Culture
Steinway & Sons offers a workplace shaped by precision craftsmanship, musical heritage, and a shared commitment to exceptional piano making. Its distinctive environment brings together artisanal expertise and technical innovation, with an emphasis on meticulous attention to detail and the transmission of specialist skills.
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