Vendor Managed Inventory Specialist II
Binghamton, NY, 13902, USA
- $22 - $27 p/hour
- Logistics, Transport & Distribution
- Full-time
- Vendor Managed Inventory
- Inventory Management
- MRO Products
The Vendor Managed Inventory Specialist II oversees on-site inventory management and customer service, ensuring product replenishment, equipment maintenance, and adherence to Lean (6S) practices. The role supports sales and business development teams to drive revenue growth and maintain high customer satisfaction. This position requires extensive travel, physical activity, and collaboration with multiple internal and external stakeholders to optimize inventory solutions.
BUILD A BETTER CAREER WITH MSC
Serving customers and our community starts with the best people doing their best work. That is precisely what we have created at MSC Industrial Supply Co. We are a leading North American distributor of metalworking and maintenance, repair, and operations (MRO), products and services. We offer more than 2 million products and have over 80 years of experience across dozens of industries. We aim to execute our Built to Make You Better brand promise for all our stakeholders, including our associates.
Requisition ID :19301
Employment Type :Full Time
Job Category :Vending Management
Work Location : Binghamton, NY
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DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Drive MSC customer loyalty through support and promotion of solutions.
Support and collaborate with MSC customer solutions and sales associates through the CARE program (Clean, Arrange, Relationships, Exceed Expectations).
Maintain 6S appearance of all solutions equipment.
Log daily activities in SFDC.
Ensure appropriate stock levels (min/max) are maintained.
Unpack, receive, and put away products at all solution points of use.
Connect with customer contacts to ensure solution retention.
Support product expansion through spot buys and incremental solution growth.
Lead safety compliance efforts for the VMIS team (100% safety focus).
Lead repair and maintenance of vending solution equipment to company standards.
Recommend solution and spot-buy growth opportunities to Sales Associates and Management; document in SFDC.
Support profitability improvement goals and objectives within assigned accounts.
Maintain knowledge of all inventory management solutions.
Build productive, professional relationships with key customer personnel.
Guide less experienced associates to resolve customer issues and improve product knowledge while promoting MSC culture.
Maintain high customer satisfaction ratings that meet company standards.
Use routing software tools to follow planned schedules and document daily activities.
Maintain timekeeping using MSC-approved time management applications.
Foster the MSC culture across departments to support company vision and unity.
Participate in special projects and perform additional duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
What You Need
High School Diploma or equivalent.
Minimum of two years servicing MSC inventory management solutions.
Advanced knowledge of vending solutions (setup, maintenance, repair).
Strong performance history and proven track record of success.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Proven ability to meet and exceed company goals and objectives.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
Excellent time management and organizational skills.
Understanding of company solutions, products, and services.
Bonus Points If You Have
Associate’s degree or equivalent work experience.
Relevant military experience.
OTHER REQUIREMENTS
Valid driver's license.
Ability to travel over 80% of the time within the assigned territory.
Overnight travel as needed based on business demands.
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
Ability to walk, lift, bend, stretch, and stand for long periods.
Willingness to follow customer safety and PPE protocols.
Ability to pass customer-specific background checks (e.g., drug testing, criminal background screening).
May require access to ITAR (International Traffic in Arms Regulations) or Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI).
Compensation starting at $22-$27 per hour dependent on candidate location and experience.
The salary range represented is based on similar roles in comparable industries, and the cost of labor in respective cities. Actual compensation is based on the candidate's relevant experience, education requirements and peer pay equity. The Company reserves the right to modify the range as market conditions change.
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa for this position at this time.
This job posting will remain open for a minimum of 7 business days from the original posting date or longer as needed to fill the position.
WHY MSC?
People. Collaboration. Insight. That's how you build something that works. Built on a foundation of trust, MSC works side by side with our customers to help them drive business results. With more than one million product offerings and 80+ years of experience across industries, MSC strives to help our customers achieve greater productivity, profitability, and growth through inventory management and other innovative supply chain solutions. We care about our associates and have programs in place to help our 6,500+ team members achieve their potential.
OUR COMMITMENT TO YOU
Our associates are our top priority and investing in their well-being is one way we execute our Built to Make You Better brand promise. Alongside competitive pay, we have a comprehensive benefits program to support you and your family's health, well-being and financial future. We offer dynamic healthcare plans, generous 401K and stock purchasing programs, tuition reimbursement opportunities, and paid time away for holidays, vacations, and illness. Visit our page for a better look at our extensive benefits: Your Future Benefits.
You will also have the opportunity to join our Associate Inclusion Circles: Women, Pride, Black, Generational, Veterans, HOLA, and Able. These circles are open to all associates and are designed to promote awareness, collaboration, and respect.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT
At MSC, we are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all qualified applicants and our associates without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation or any category protected by applicable law. Accommodation requests can be made at any stage of the recruitment process; applicants are asked to make their needs/requirements known.
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