VMI Sales Specialist
Rexel USA is one of the largest distributors of electrical products, data communication, wireless communication and related supplies in the United States. With a distribution network of over 460 warehouse storefront locations and an online store, Rexel operates under various banner and trade names, including Rexel, Rexel Automation, Gexpro, Mayer, Talley, and Platt Electric Supply.
About the role
The VMI Sales Specialist is responsible for enhancing and improving service levels on existing Vendor Managed Inventory (VMI) relationships. This role involves promoting VMI services to new accounts, rolling out new programs with existing client solutions specialists, and developing a regular scheduled inventory process to ensure customer service levels are met.
Responsibilities
- Promote and sell new VMI relationships
- Develop a regular VMI maintenance schedule
- Roll out all new VMI accounts
- Promote VMI internally within the sales organization
- Work with vendors for new VMI solutions
- Visit each existing VMI on a scheduled basis
- Meet with customers to match VMI inventory to customer requirements
- Other duties as assigned
Requirements
- 2+ years of experience
- High School or GED (Required)
- 4 Year / Bachelor's Degree (Preferred)
Skills
- Knowledge of VMI processes
- Basic electrical material knowledge
- Proficiency in Microsoft Suite including Excel and Word
- Highly motivated and energetic problem solver
- Customer service focused
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Physical Demands
- Sit: Frequently (21% to 50%)
- Walk: Frequently (21% to 50%)
- Use hands to finger, handle, or feel: Constantly (at least 51%)
- Stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl: Constantly (at least 51%)
- Climb or balance: Constantly (at least 51%)
- Talk, hear, taste, smell: Constantly (at least 51%)
- Lift up to 10 pounds: Occasionally (up to 20%)
- Lift up to 25 pounds: Occasionally (up to 20%)
Working Environment
- Exposed to unpleasant or disagreeable physical environment such as high noise level and/or exposure to heat and cold: Frequently (21% to 50%)
- Travels to offsite locations: Constantly (at least 51%)
Benefits
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance
- 401K with Employer Match
- Paid vacation and sick time
- Paid company holidays plus flexible personal days per year
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Health & Wellness Programs
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- HSA Accounts
- Commuter Transit Benefits
- Additional Optional Insurance (Pet Insurance, Legal Assistance, Critical Illness, Home and Auto Insurance, etc.)
- Employee Discount Programs
- Professional Training & Development Programs
- Career Advancement Opportunities
Rexel USA is committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels respected, valued, and empowered to succeed, understanding that success and innovation are enhanced by an inclusive and diverse workforce.