VENDOR MANAGED INVENTORY COORDINATOR (VMI)

VENDOR MANAGED INVENTORY COORDINATOR:

Seeking an energetic, vibrant and vivacious individual as VMI Coordinator to manage and maintain inventory replenishment levels and stock models based on approved schedule and agreed-upon targets.  Excellent experience required in monitoring and analyzing utilization, product availability, pricing, and lead times to prepare VMI models. 

 JOB DESCRIPTION

Overview

The Vendor Managed Inventory Specialist is responsible for the daily maintenance and operation of the VMI Program. These duties include, but are not limited to:

• inventory review,
• evaluation of demand forecasting,
• assess inventory controls, and
• purchase order generation.

In addition to these activities, the Vendor Managed Inventory Coordinator will be required to maintain up to date records within the database systems, including performing basic database maintenance. The Vendor Managed Inventory Coordinator will also help develop and work with analysis of the inventory controls and supply chain processes.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Inventory Review, Evaluation, Analysis and Planning
• Evaluate Demand Forecasting
• Purchase Order Generation and Release
• Data Entry and Maintaining VMI Data Integrity
• Database Maintenance and updates
• Logistics Support
• Communication with supplier of product.
• Other duties as assigned

  QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum of 3-5 years of Vendor Managed Inventory (VMI) experience required.
• NDip or relevant degree in a relevant logistic field.  
• 3+ years of Inventory Control or Purchase Order experience will be advantageous
• Microsoft Office Suite of Programs, CRM Experience, Database Experience,
• Inventory Control Experience,
• Basic understanding of Supply Chain and Logistics,
• Strong Verbal and Written Communication skills,
• Highly Detail Oriented,
• Math skills,
• Ability to Effectively Multi-task

TASKS:

• Maintain records pertaining to inventory, orders, supplies.
• Analyze financial activities of establishments or departments and provide input into budget planning and preparation processes.
• Coordinate or perform activities associated with shipping, receiving, distribution, or transportation.
• Monitor inventory levels and requisition or purchase supplies as needed.
• Plan layouts of stockrooms, warehouses, or other storage areas, considering turnover, size, weight, or related factors pertaining to items stored.

 SKILLS:

• Active Listening - Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate.
• Writing - Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience.
• Speaking - Talking to others to convey information effectively.
• Critical Thinking - Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.
• Active Learning - Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-making.
• Service Orientation - Actively looking for ways to help people.
• Complex Problem Solving - Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.
• Judgment and Decision Making - Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one.
• Systems Evaluation - Identifying measures or indicators of system performance and the actions needed to improve or correct performance, relative to the goals of the system.
• Time Management - Managing one''''''''''''''''s own time

KNOWLEDGE:

Customer and Personal Service - Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services. This includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction