Vendor Managed Inv. Specialist

Source Atlantic Limited; Dartmouth; On-site; CAD 38,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

RRSP Matching

Paid Holidays

Employee Assistance

Job summary

Source Atlantic Limited seeks a qualified Vendor Managed Inventory (VMI) Specialist based out of Dartmouth, Nova Scotia. The role involves on-site customer support, inventory monitoring, and replenishment coordination across multiple sites.

Responsibilities include audits, reporting on turnover and fill rates, and driving continuous improvements while collaborating with purchasing, warehouse, and logistics teams. Travel to customer sites is required.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in Industrial distribution or related environment.
• Valid & in good standing license is required.
• Strong customer service skills with a professional, positive attitude.
• Clear and effective communication skills.
• Able to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Solid problem-solving skills with strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong time management skills with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Honest, dependable, and punctual with a proactive work ethic.
• Capable of following written instructions, safety procedures, and documented processes.
• Comfortable using computers, Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel), and ERP/order entry systems.

Responsibilities

• Provide prompt, professional customer service and respond to product and inventory inquiries in person on customer’s sites, by phone, and by email.
• Travel to customers’ sites and monitor inventory usage and replenish stock based on min/max levels, consumption trends, and customer demand.
• Perform inventory audits, counts, and reconciliations to maintain inventory accuracy and product availability.
• Coordinate replenishment orders and inventory activities with purchasing, warehouse, logistics, and customer personnel.
• Organize, stock, label, and maintain customer inventory areas, bins, vending machines, and crib locations.
• Identify slow-moving, obsolete, or excess inventory and recommend inventory adjustments or process improvements.
• Analyze inventory trends and prepare reports related to inventory accuracy, fill rates, stockouts, and inventory turns.
• Support onboarding of new customer locations and continuous improvement initiatives while working independently across multiple sites.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Time management

Problem solving

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Microsoft Office

ERP/order entry systems

Tools

Microsoft Office

ERP/order entry systems

Job description

We are currently seeking and have an immediate opening for a qualified and motivated individual to fill the position ofVendor Managed Inventory (VMI) Specialist based out of Dartmouth, Nova Scotia.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide prompt, professional customer service and respond to product and inventory inquiries in person on customer’s sites, by phone, and by email.
• Travel to customers’ sites and monitor inventory usage and replenish stock based on min/max levels, consumption trends, and customer demand.
• Perform inventory audits, counts, and reconciliations to maintain inventory accuracy and product availability.
• Coordinate replenishment orders and inventory activities with purchasing, warehouse, logistics, and customer personnel.
• Organize, stock, label, and maintain customer inventory areas, bins, vending machines, and crib locations.
• Identify slow-moving, obsolete, or excess inventory and recommend inventory adjustments or process improvements.
• Analyze inventory trends and prepare reports related to inventory accuracy, fill rates, stockouts, and inventory turns.
• Support onboarding of new customer locations and continuous improvement initiatives while working independently across multiple sites.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

• 3+ years of experience in Industrial distribution or related environment is required
• Valid & in good standing license is required
• Strong customer service skills with a professional, positive attitude
• Clear and effective communication skills
• Able to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple tasks simultaneously
• Solid problem-solving skills with strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Strong time management skills with the ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Honest, dependable, and punctual with a proactive work ethic
• Capable of following written instructions, safety procedures, and documented processes
• Comfortable using computers, Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel), and ERP/order entry systems

In accordance with the provincial wage transparency requirements, the expected base compensation for this position is between $37,700 and $50,000 or more, depending on relevant experience, technical competencies, certifications, etc. In addition, all permanent & full-time associates are eligible for additional benefits, including but not limited to: Medical, Dental, Vision, STD/LTD/AD&D, Life Insurance, RRSP Matching, Pro-rated Vacation Entitlement, Paid Statutory Holidays, Employee Assistance, etc.