VMI Bin Stocker Part Time

Job Description

Job Description

Description

This Job Description is designed to accurately reflect job duties. However, it may not be all-inclusive and other job-related duties may be required. Reasonable accommodation that does not cause undue hardship on Austin Hardware & Supply, Inc. will be considered as required by local, state, or federal law.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Part-Time Vendor Managed Inventory (VMI) Bin Stocker is responsible for supporting customer operations by managing inventory levels, stocking bins, and ensuring product availability at designated customer sites. This role is responsible for building solid relationships with Austin’s customers by maintaining accurate inventory counts, reducing stockouts, and providing reliable service to customers. The Bin Stocker works independently in the field, visiting assigned locations on a set schedule, stocking products that have been shipped in and scanning items to create the next replenishment order. The VMI Bin Stocker must complete these tasks while representing the company with professionalism and excellent customer service. Each VMI program is different with unique requirements that must be adhered to for the positive satisfaction of our customer experience.

Day-to-Day Responsibilities

• Travel to assigned customer sites to monitor inventory levels and replenish inventory bins. We believe the initial schedule will be 2-3 days per week, working 4-8 hours per day but may vary due to customer needs and product deliveries.
• Stock and organize products in designated storage areas to maintain neat, accurate, and accessible inventory.
• Perform inventory counts, reconcile discrepancies, and report usage trends.
• Ensure products are properly labeled, rotated, and maintained according to customer standards.
• Communicate with the VMI team, sales team, and customer contacts regarding inventory needs, product issues, or upcoming shortages.
• Use handheld devices, apps, or order forms to record inventory data and submit replenishment requests.
• Assist in identifying opportunities to improve stocking efficiency and inventory accuracy.
• Look for new opportunities to grow business relationships via projects that are valued by the customer.
• Follow all safety guidelines and company procedures while working independently in customer facilities.
• Build and maintain positive working relationships with customer staff and internal teams.

JOB DUTIES

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS TO HOLD THIS POSITION

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and / or ability required.

1. Education and / or Experience / Training

High School degree and / or [1] years’ experience in a warehouse or inventory control environment.

Ability to learn Austin’s VMI operating procedures and use them effectively to help manage VMI accounts

2. Required Licenses / Certificates / Registrations

Valid Driver’s License, Approved DOT Physical

3. Minimum Ability to Safely Use and Operate the Following Equipment

Standard office equipment

Warehouse equipment such as pallet jacks

Must be able to master the technology used in the VMI program (scanner guns, the ERP system, web-based tools, etc.)

4. Essential General Abilities (Fundamental abilities required to hold this job.)

Accurately complete administrative forms and reports in a timely fashion

Adhere to all rules, regulations, and procedures, including those necessary to maintain required licenses, certifications, and / or registrations

Apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions

Attend meetings requested by supervisor

Carry out job functions with or without supervision

Carry out job functions without posing a direct threat to health or safety to self or others

Communicate effectively in written and verbal form

Effectively and efficiently carry out written and verbal job-related instructions

Exercise courtesy and tact when dealing with others

Exercise sound judgment when evaluating situations, when offering positive suggestions, and when making decisions

Maintain acceptable attendance / punctuality standards

Maintain quality and quantity work standards

Maintain socially appropriate behavior

Read labels and written instructions which are typically in English

Request assistance when appropriate, including but not limited to, the safe and efficient use and operation of equipment, tools, machines, and vehicles

Respond to inquiries and / or complaints in a timely and professional manner

Safely perform all job functions

Understand and comply with safety, personnel, and other policies and procedures

Work effectively and harmoniously in a culturally and ethnically diverse work force

Work in coordination with others

Work under pressure is typically associated with this type of position

5. Physical Demands of the Job

NOTE : In terms of an eight (8) hour workday : “Never” equals less than 1%; “Occasionally” equals 1% - 33%; “Frequently” equals 34% - 66%; “Continuously” equals 67% - 100%.

IA. In an eight (8) hour workday, this job requires physical ability to CONTINUOUSLY :

1. Sit for up to : 4 hours

2. Operate a vehicle for up to : 4 hours

3. Stand for up to : 4 hours

4. Walk for up to : 4 hours

IB. During an ENTIRE eight (8) hour workday, this job requires the physical ability to :

1. Sit for up to : 8 hours

2. Stand for up to : 8 hours

3. Walk for up to : 8 hours

II. Job requires the physical ability to LIFT or CARRY

1. Up to 50 pounds continuously

III. Job requires physical ability to PUSH or PULL

1. Up to 100 pounds continuously

IV. Job requires the physical ability to use hands and arms for repetitive actions such as : Simple grasping and fine manipulation

V. Job requires the physical ability to function in activities involving :

1. CONTINUOSLY : Bending, squatting, reaching

Additional Requirements

This Job Description is designed to accurately reflect job duties. However, it may not be all-inclusive and other job-related duties may be required. Reasonable accommodation that do not cause undue hardship on Austin Hardware & Supply, Inc. will be considered as required by local, state, or federal law.

Pre-Employment Requirement

All offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of our background check, approved Motor Vehicle Report and drug screening process. Additionally, candidates must be able to demonstrate legal eligibility to work in the United States.

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