Sr. Solutions Service Specialist
MSC Industrial Supply Co. · Spokane, WA · 1 mo ago
OTHRFull-time
Duties And Responsibilities
- Manage MSC ControlPoint Solutions, including VMI, vending, Onsite solution, and storeroom programs at all MSC Service accounts.
- Perform product put-away, order management, and inventory optimization.
- Utilize operating systems such as SAP, AS400, ASI, Vending Portal, Salesforce, and Tableau.
- Communicate with key customer personnel in a timely, professional and courteous manner to resolve customer issues related to our Inventory Management solutions, proactive problem solving, and direct customers on where to go for what.
- Promote MSC customer loyalty through solution support and execution of the CARE program (Clean, Arrange, Relationships, Exceed Expectations).
- Identify, record, and track customer cost savings opportunities.
- Able to use a Standard Operating Procedure or customer profile to effectively manage service at customer accounts and make required changes as needed.
- Maintain 6S standards across all solution equipment and areas.
- Log daily activities in Salesforce (SFDC).
- Ensure appropriate stock levels (min/max) are maintained.
- Receive, unpack, and restock products at all points of use.
- Engage with customer contacts to ensure solution retention and satisfaction.
- Drive product expansion through spot buys and incremental growth opportunities.
- Able to identify customer opportunities across the MSC Business Units.
- Collaborate with account teams to enhance customer satisfaction and identify future projects.
- Lead repair and maintenance of vending solution equipment to company standards.
- Use routing software to follow planned schedules and document activities.
- Mentor and guide less experienced associates on MSC inventory management solutions, where-to-go-for-what, review MSC processes, and promote MSC culture.
- Maintain up-to-date knowledge of all inventory management solutions.
- Accurately track time using MSC-approved time management tools.
- Safely operate and maintain company-assigned vehicle per Fleet Policy.
- Follow all MSC policies and procedures.
- Foster the MSC Culture in the department and throughout the company to ensure fulfillment of MSC's vision and unity of purpose.
- Participation in special projects and performs additional duties as required.
Qualifications
- 2+ years in at least one of the following is required: Customer Service, Telesales, Outside Sales, Storeroom or Inventory Management, along with demonstrated excellence in Customer Engagement within these roles.
- A High School Diploma or equivalent required.
- Knowledge of technical customer solutions.
- Proven track record of success and strong performance.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Strong problem-solving and critical thinking abilities.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and general computer literacy.
- Excellent time management and organizational skills.
- Understanding of MSC solutions, products, and services.
- College degree preferred.
- Relevant military experience is a plus.
- Proficiency with mobile business applications preferred.
- Strong technical and mechanical aptitude are a plus.
- Valid driver's license may be required.
- Position requires 80%+ travel.
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. and perform physical tasks (walking, bending, standing for long periods).
- Must adhere to all MSC and Customer specific safety requirements such as wearing hardhats, safety glasses, steel toe shoes, ect.
- Must be able to pass Customer specific requirements which may include but are not limited to drug testing, criminal background checks , etc.