Vendor Managed Inventory (VMI) Associate

Value Added Distributors LLC•Iron Mountain, MI

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Vendor Managed Inventory (VMI) Specialist will partner with another VMI driver and the internal team to ensure customer expectations are met through exceptional service, quality products, delivery time, and fulfillment. Our drivers are the face of the business, and we expect a high-level of professionalism, manage inventory levels, and ensure product availability at customer sites by monitoring stock, generating replenishment orders, and maintaining exceptional customer relationships. To learn the business, the VMI Associate will help pick parts, and be the backup for shipping & receiving and deliveries.

Requirements

Solid judgement and decision-making ability. Remain objective and calm under pressure to achieve goals and customer satisfaction.
Excellent organizational and time management skills.
The ability to multi-task and maintain a sense of urgency in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to analyze data, identify trends, and forecast inventory needs accurately.
Excellent communication skills (written and oral). Enhance the team culture, be open to new perspectives, and be respectful.
Excellent teamwork skills.
Knowledge and experience with Microsoft Office products.
Highly effective team player with excellent interpersonal skills and a positive attitude.
Ability to work independently and prioritize tasks.
Comfortable and willing to drive in all types of weather.
A high school diploma or equivalent is required.
21+ years of age and with two years of driving experience in all weather conditions.
Requires ability to safely lift 50 pounds using proper lifting techniques.
2 years of driving experience in all weather conditions.
Basic computer skills.
Ability to apply basic math skills (add, subtract, multiply, divide) and use tape measures and digital calipers.
Type 25+ wpm.
Valid Driver's License (standard Michigan) and a clean driving record are required.
The ability to obtain a DOT medical card (Box truck under 26,000 lbs.)

Nice To Haves

Background in supply chain, shipping & receiving, or logistics is ideal.
Previous working knowledge of hydraulic components is a plus.
Experience with ERP systems; Epicor experience a plus

Responsibilities

Monitor customer stock levels, maintain minimum and maximum stock levels, and ensure the accuracy of inventory within customer systems.
Generate replenishment orders based on data analysis and customer needs, ensuring timely delivery of products.
Establish and maintain strong relationships with key customer contacts, providing on-site support and ensuring high customer satisfaction. Review biannual VMI reports with customers, create and maintain binders on each.
Analyze sales data and inventory trends to forecast needs, identify issues, and generate reports for management. Complete order entry requirements.
Address and resolve discrepancies, supply chain challenges, and system issues to maintain efficient inventory flow. Meet with Branch Manager regularly to address changes in stock levels at the customer location.
Collaborate with sales and business development teams to drive revenue growth, identify product expansion opportunities, and promote company solutions.
Manage product receiving, putting away product, and inventory products. Pull and deliver products to the proper inventory location, department or personnel. Assist with warehouse operations.
Be an active participant in all required training. This position will be cross trained in other areas of production plus shipping & receiving.
Actively participant with the vision, mission, and values. Integrate each by aligning performance goals and business initiatives to ensure objectives are achieved.