Vendor Managed Inventory Specialist

Job Information Requisition ID: 20711 Employment Type: Full Time Job Category: Vending Management Work Location: Houston, TX Position Summary A Vendor Managed Inventory (VMI) Specialist ensures customer satisfaction through solutions by providing on-site customer service support including order replenishment, product put away, Lean (6S), and maintenance of solutions equipment. This role partners with sales and business development teams to drive incremental revenue and growth through solutions. Duties and Responsibilities Drives MSC customer loyalty through the support and promotion of solutions. Supports and collaborates with MSC customer solutions and sales associates through execution of the CARE program. CARE is defined as Clean, Arrange, Relationships, Exceed Expectations. Maintains 6S appearance of all solutions equipment. Daily logging of activity in SFDC. Ensures appropriate stock levels (min/max) are maintained. Unpacks, receives, and puts away product at all solution points of use. Connects with customer contacts to ensure retention of solutions. Drives product expansion through spot buy and incremental solution growth. Leads focus on 100% safety compliance for the VMI team. RepaIRS and maintains vending solution equipment to company standards. Recommends opportunities for Solutions / Spot Buy Growth to Sales Associate and Sales Management, documenting this information within SFDC. Supports shared profitability improvement goals and objectives within assigned accounts. Maintains knowledge of all inventory management solutions. Establishes productive, professional relationships with key personnel in assigned customers. Maintains high customer satisfaction ratings that meet company standards. Utilizes routing software tools to adhere to planned schedule and document daily activities. Maintains daily timekeeping using MSC approved time management applications. Fosters the MSC Culture in the department and throughout the company to ensure fulfillment of MSC’s vision and unity of purpose. Participates in special projects and performs additional duties as required. Education and Experience A High School Diploma or the equivalent is required. Inventory Management or Customer Service experience preferred. Relevant Military experience is a plus. Skills Great customer service. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Computer literacy and proficiency in Microsoft Office applications. Excellent time management and organizational skills. Other Requirements A valid driver’s license is required. Position requires over 80% of daily travel within assigned territory. Occasional overnight travel will be required. Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. Ability to consistently walk, lift, bend, stretch, and stand for long periods of time. Must be willing to adhere to customer safety and use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) protocol. Position may require access to International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) information and/or Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI). Compensation Starting at $20.00 - $21.50 per hour depending on candidate location and experience. The salary range represented is based on similar roles in comparable industries and the cost of labor in the respective city. Actual compensation is based on the candidate’s relevant experience, education requirements, and peer pay equity. The company reserves the right to modify the range as market conditions change. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement At MSC, we are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all qualified applicants and our associates without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, or any category protected by applicable law. Accommodation requests can be made at any stage of the recruitment process; applicants are asked to make their needs and requirements known. #J-18808-Ljbffr