Inventory Services from John Henry Foster

From the beginning, John Henry Foster has always held steadfast to the idea, “You can’t sell from an empty wagon.” We believe that physical inventory, on the shelf, is a critical tool to support our customer partnerships. We offer support services including Vendor Managed Inventory, Customer Specific Inventory and Demand Forecasting to protect your business against supply chain volatility.

John Henry Foster – 100% Employee-Owned ESOP Company

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We Are Proudly 100% Employee-Owned

At John Henry Foster Company of St. Louis, ownership isn’t just a structure — it’s a mindset.

What It Means to Be an ESOP Company

As a 100% Employee-Owned company, every individual at JHF has a direct stake in our success. Our people don’t just work here — they own the outcome. This drives higher engagement, better service, and long-term commitment to our customers.

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Our Value to Customers

✔ Accountability at Every Level

Employee-owners take pride in doing things right — the first time. Every project reflects our personal investment in your success.

✔ Long-Term Partnerships

Ownership builds stability. Our customers benefit from low turnover, deep expertise, and trusted relationships.

✔ Continuous Improvement

We innovate because we care. From automation to pneumatics, fabrication to service — we constantly improve to deliver more value.

How Employee Ownership Strengthens Our Culture

Employee ownership creates a culture where people feel valued, empowered, and motivated. Every owner contributes to a workplace built on collaboration, integrity, and pride in craftsmanship.

✔ Empowered Employees

Ownership gives every team member a voice — and a reason to go above and beyond.

✔ Shared Success

When the company wins, we all win. Success is distributed to every employee-owner.

✔ A Legacy Built on People

Our ESOP ensures JHF stays locally owned, culturally strong, and built for future generations.

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Worry-Free Inventory Management

We understand that managing inventory can be a time-consuming and challenging process. That's why we offer comprehensive inventory management services to help you save time and resources. By working with us, you can focus on your core business while we handle the inventory details. We'll ensure that you always have the products you need when you need them, without the hassle of managing it yourself.

Customer Specific Inventory

Don't let long lead times and supply chain volatility disrupt your productivity. We'll hold the inventory you need so you don't have to! Our team will work with you to understand your inventory needs, stock your inventory in our dedicated CSI warehouse, and deliver what you need when you need it.

Vendor Managed Inventory

Our VMI team will work with you to understand your business and your inventory needs. We'll create a custom forecast and inventory plan to keep your shelves lean, but always ready to support your production levels. Our VMI Specialists provide expertise, urgency, and fully-stocked fleet vans to keep your inventory at optimal levels.

Expert Demand Forecasting

We have a dedicated, skilled procurement team to forecast our demand AND yours. When you trust John Henry Foster with your inventory needs, you can focus your attention on other aspects of your operations. Fluctuations in your business happen. Fluctuations in your supplier's ability to meet your inventory needs, shouldn't. We can help.

How Can We Help You?

Inventory Services from John Henry Foster can provide significant benefits including improved cash flow, reduced lead times, access to a wider range of products, expertise and support, and lower costs.

Reduce Inventory & Inventory Costs: Reduce your inventory holding costs and improve your cash flow by allowing JHF to stock the necessary inventory to support your business.
Reduced Lead Times: Demand forecasting allows us to stock a broad range of critical components. With immediate availability of the products you need, we help protect your productivity from long supplier lead times and supply chain volatility.
Access to a Wide Range of Products: We stock a broad range of products so you don't have to. Partner with John Henry Foster and improve your ability to meet customer demands.
Expertise and Support: Inventory support from JHF comes with a high level of expertise and technical support for our customers. We have industry knowledge to help you select the RIGHT products for every job.

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Rely on John Henry Foster for Quality Products and Support Services in the Midwest

John Henry Foster is a full-service industrial fluid power and automation provider in the Midwest. We offer quality products and support services to customers across Kansas, Illinois, and Missouri. For more information, contact us today!