Vendor Managed Inventory (VMI) Sales Representative
About The Position
Vendor Managed Inventory (VMI) Sales Representative Engineered Sales, Inc. — A Subsidiary of Applied Industrial Technologies Engineered Sales, Inc. (ESI), a trusted leader in fluid power and industrial solutions, is seeking a highly motivated, career‑minded Vendor Managed Inventory (VMI) Sales Representative to join our team. This role is ideal for someone who thrives on building relationships, delivering exceptional service, and growing business within a defined territory. About the Role: As a VMI Sales Representative, you will be the face of ESI at customer locations—managing inventory, identifying opportunities, and ensuring customers receive the products and support they need to keep their operations running smoothly. You’ll work closely with Outside Sales to strengthen existing accounts and develop new ones, all while maintaining a consistent service schedule and delivering a best‑in‑class customer experience.
Requirements
- Strong communication skills with the ability to build rapport quickly.
- Highly organized, detail‑oriented, and able to manage multiple tasks effectively.
- Clean driving record and ability to travel within assigned territory.
- Ability to lift 70 pounds unassisted.
Nice To Haves
- Experience in the fluid power industry or familiarity with related industrial products.
- Prior experience (two years+) in field service, route sales, or inventory management.
Responsibilities
- Build, strengthen, and maintain long‑term customer relationships across your assigned territory.
- Serve as a trusted resource for customers, ensuring their inventory needs are met with accuracy and professionalism.
- Provide exceptional customer service during every visit and interaction.
- Restock and maintain customer inventory levels at designated customer locations.
- Conduct scheduled site visits to monitor stock, assess needs, and ensure product availability.
- Review customer usage patterns and requirements to identify additional needs or opportunities.
- Grow existing accounts by identifying product gaps, recommending solutions, and expanding product usage.
- Partner with Outside Sales to develop new accounts within your defined geography.
- Promote ESI’s full range of products and services, with an emphasis on fluid power and industrial solutions.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
