Lead Field Inventory Technician

Interaction Recruitment; Lower Sundon; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-known recruitment agency is seeking a Lead VMI Field Inventory Technician to manage inventory systems across Luton and surrounding areas. This role involves training new technicians, conducting site audits, and ensuring quality control. The ideal candidate must be competent in driving, have a high school degree, and possess forklift certification. A strong customer service background and the ability to work independently are essential. Competitive salary offered.

Qualifications

• Competent to drive vehicles up to 3.5 tons.
• Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Office and smartphones.
• Forklift certification required.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily scanning and ensure VMI/Vending areas are supplied correctly.
• Train new Field Technicians.
• Conduct site audits and control documents related to deliveries.

Skills

Driving competency for vehicles up to 3.5 tons

Use of hand tools and heavy machinery

Attention to detail

Written and verbal communication skills

Ability to work in a team environment

Basic computer skills

Customer service skills

Education

High School Degree or Equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office (Teams, Excel)

Forklift

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Lead VMI Field Inventory Technician

Salary: £28,000 - £31,000 per annum, dependent on experience

Location: Luton and surrounding areas

Contract: Permanent

Hours of Work: Monday to Friday

Responsibilities

• Perform daily scanning and ensure that all areas of the VMI/Vending are supplied accurately and correctly.
• Training new Field Technicians
• Review Technician performance and assist in ongoing training
• Setting up new VMI systems
• Reviewing BOMs
• Conducting Site Audits
• Covering holiday and sickness; some expectation to stay away.
• Be responsible for own travel arrangements (booking suitable hotels)
• Review, control, and release customer orders, through GPRS scanner (assigned equipment) to required times.
• Ensure quality checks on supplied stock at point of use and contamination checks on all areas.
• Control documents/paperwork in relation to deliveries to procedures set.
• Communicate changes, shortages, and concerns directly to sales account managers.
• Interface with customers to evaluate needs or concerns and communicates; aware of not sharing confidential information.
• Maintain Site Standards & Housekeeping, making sure that all infrastructure is serviceable and correct. All areas kept clean and tidy to the set standard.
• Report all issues with incorrect stock/supply issues through correct channels, ensuring issues are logged.
• Set up new JIT systems independently
• Competent use of Windows OS and iOS
• A good understanding of Microsoft Excel
• Prepared to travel and stay away at short notice

Requirements

• Must be competent to drive Vehicles up to 3.5 Ton
• Able to multi-task
• Able to use hand tools and heavy machinery (e.g., forklift, etc.)
• Basic computer skills, use of a smartphone/devices – including Microsoft Office (Teams, groups and calls/email) and applications for reporting/communication purposes
• Written and verbal communication skills
• Attention to detail
• Ability to use a positive and professional approach when dealing with customers
• Ability to work in a team environment and self-manage work and schedule when unsupervised
• Ability to work to Wesco and customer set procedures in varied locations – work practices and Health and Safety
• Ability to meet emerging customer needs, including strong customer service background
• High School Degree or Equivalent
• Must hold full UK driving Licence
• Forklift certification
• Travel between 50% - 75% of contracted hours