Inventory Management Specialist

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 : 9158

Employment Type : Full Time

Job Category : Vending Management

Work Location : Minneapolis, MN

BRIEF POSITION SUMMARY :

Under the supervision of the Solution Implementation Manager, the?Inventory Management Specialist, (IMS) ? would be responsible for successfully implementing the various inventory management solutions offered by MSC promoting a best-in-class experience for all stakeholders. This includes driving solutions, installations, data collection, vending machine diagnostics, maintenance and training. This position is expected to focus on advanced solution selling and implementation tasks.

DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Collaborates with all MSC Sales Teams tenable explosive sales growth through Solutions

Maintains a thorough knowledge of all MSC solutions which include but not limited to : bar coded solutions such as CMI and VMI, Vending, Crib Software, etc.

Follows all required Salesforce protocols for project and time management

Drives proficiencies in the following areas :

Solutions discovery including data collection

Solutions recommendations

Installations

Break Fix (onsite service)

Post Install Support

Supply Chain Optimization

Fiscal responsibility

Cancellation support

Proficient knowledge with the tools, technology and related PPE is essential for success

Provides feedback to management for continuous process improvement

Represents MSC Solutions at branch meetings and foster partnerships with sales associates

Supports designated team goals and objectives

Follows all MSC policies and procedures documented in the associate handbook

Participates in special projects and performs additional duties as required

Fosters the MSC Culture in the department and throughout the company to ensure unity of purpose and fulfillment of MSC's mission

EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE :

Minimum two (2) years supporting value-added customer solutions / inventory management programs is preferred

Experience troubleshooting hardware and / or software preferred

Knowledge of MSC-like product lines / services & MSC related experience is required

Minimum of two (2) years of general sales experience is preferred

SKILLS :

Excellent interpersonal skills required

Organizational & time management skills required

Excellent Electro / Mechanical skills required

Problem solving, and situational adaptability skills required

Computer literacy & proficiency in word processing, spreadsheet & presentation software required

OTHER REQUIREMENTS :

Must possess basic knowledge and use of hand and power tools

Able to perform physical activities such as lifting approximately 50 lbs.

Ability to work in various types of industrial environments

Must adhere to customer specific requirements such as wearing hardhats, safety glasses, steel toe shoes, etc.

Compensation starting at $50,000 - $57,000 depending on 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 on a full-time basis. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa for this position at this time.

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. PandoLogic. Category : Logistics, Keywords : Inventory Specialist, Location : Minneapolis, MN-55405