Vendor Management Inventory Coordinator-Columbus, OH

About the role

The VMI Coordinator supports vendor-managed inventory (VMI) within the electrical distribution environment. This entry-level role is ideal for someone with a technical or electrical background who is looking to build a career in inventory management, field support & sales.

Responsibilities

• Assists with the VMI customer space/placement, sets up the appropriate area to receive shipment of material and stocks product in the customer's designated area.
• Maintains awareness of min/max, reorder point/quantity and reports observations back to management.
• Generates and manages your own schedule based on inventory needs, ensuring timely delivery and accuracy.
• Conducts physical inventory counts.
• Replenishes materials as needed.
• Ensures safe operation of warehouse equipment and vehicles.
• Collaborates with sales teams to promote products and services, assist with product evaluations, and contribute to pricing strategies.
• Learns the specifications of common electrical items (e.g., conduit, fittings, wire, breakers, fuses).
• Communicates with foremen & internal teams for new sales needs or future needs.

Requirements

• A high school diploma or GED.
• Valid Driver’s License.
• 2 - 3 years of experience in warehouse, counter sales and/or delivery operations, preferably in the electrical distribution industry.
• Demonstrated customer and vendor relationship building and maintenance skills.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate clearly and concisely in written and verbal formats.
• Demonstrated the ability to plan and schedule the work of others.
• Demonstrated time management and organization skills, including the ability to plan and manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Proven proficiency in general personal computer application, as well as in the use of Microsoft Office software, including Word and Excel.
• Commitment to and demonstration of high ethical standards governing professional behavior and interactions.
• Strong customer service orientation.
• Ability to lift and move light inventory and perform site walks when needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; or electrical technology, industrial maintenance, or supply chain is a strong plus.

Skills

• Customer Service Orientation
• Inventory Management
• Warehouse Operations
• Product Evaluation
• Pricing Strategies
• Physical Inventory Counts
• Microsoft Office Suite

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance plus employer paid short term and long-term disability and life insurance.
• Paid time off and paid holidays.
• 401K match.
• Profit Sharing.
• Tuition reimbursement and employee development.
• Annual Safety Shoe Reimbursement.
• Employee Discount on products.

Pay

Commensurate with experience.

Schedule

Full-time.