Vendor Managed Inventory Associate
Louisville, KY - USA
Job Summary
Value Added Distributors is hiring a highly adaptable detail-oriented and data-driven problem solver to join us full-time and play a key part in our customers satisfaction!
- Role: Vendor Managed Inventory Associate
- Location: Louisville MS
- Pay: Wages start at $17.00/hour
- Schedule: Monday through Friday from 7:00 am to 3:30 pm with some overtime as needed
RESPONSIBILITIES:
As our Vendor Managed Inventory Associate youll work closely with internal teams and sales staff to ensure we meet customers expectations and provide them with all the supplies and materials they need. Your efforts will directly support customer satisfaction and accurate inventory procedures! Youll monitor customer inventory analyze sales data forecast business needs and strategically prepare replenishment orders to ensure customers maintain optimal stock levels.
Accuracy timeliness and customer satisfaction will be your top priorities and youll regularly communicate with key contacts about the customers changing needs. Attentively youll review biannual reports maintain updated customer files and generate detailed reports for management. Youll jump in as needed to resolve supply chain issues support business development and sales initiatives and assist with product pulling/receiving/delivery. With ongoing cross-training opportunities youll be able to learn new areas of the business and expand your skills even more!
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS:
- 21 years old with 2 years of driving experience in all weather conditions
- Ability to travel to customers on a daily basis (up to 1.5 hours one way)
- Valid drivers license and a clean driving record
- Ability to obtain a DOT medical card and Class C Non-CDL drivers license
- Ability to safely lift 65 pounds using proper lifting techniques
- Ability to type 25 wpm
- High school degree or equivalent
- PREFERRED - familiarity with logistics or supply chains
- PREFERRED - working knowledge of hydraulic components
- PREFERRED - proficiency in Microsoft applications and ERP systems particularly Epicor
Our Ideal Vendor Managed Inventory Associate:
- Excellent decision-making skills with the ability to remain objective while under pressure
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize responsibilities multitask and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
- Analytical mindset with the ability to identify data trends and forecast inventory needs
- Effective verbal/written communication skills respectful team spirit and an open mind for new perspectives
- Positive attitude and a drive to meet goals in alignment with company objectives
ABOUT US:
Value Added Companies is an ISO 9001:2015certified industrial solutions provider supporting manufacturers and operations teams across multiple locations. We dont just distribute products - we engineer assemble and deliver solutions that keep critical systems moving. Our workplaces are handson fastpaced and built around safety quality and teamwork. We trust our people value improvement and give employees opportunities to grow with the business.
BENEFITS:
- Health
- Dental
- Vision
- Paid vacation and holidays
- A 401(k) with employer match
We dont just talk about the reward and support; we prove it. Become our Vendor Managed Inventory Associate using our initial application!
Required Experience:
IC
About Company
As a CHA for Parker Hannifin, VAD specializes in hydrualic hose assemblies and kitting solutions.