Implementation Specialist

Wurth Industry US; Bondurant (IA); On-site; USD 54,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k)

Paid time off

10 paid holidays

Tuition reimbursement eligible after 1

Job summary

Wurth Industry US is seeking an Implementation Specialist to support vendor managed inventory programs by coordinating project activities, preparing materials, and aligning on-site deployment with customer needs.

The role demands strong organizational and communication skills, with travel up to 60%. You will train customer personnel and collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure a smooth transition and lasting program success.

Qualifications

• College degree in business or supply chain preferred, or equivalent two years of industry work experience.
• Experience in project coordination, implementation, or supply chain/logistics preferred.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, to effectively engage with stakeholders.
• Proficiency in data entry, inventory management software, and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to travel to customer sites as needed.
• Hands-on approach with the ability to assist in physical implementation tasks.
• Ability to travel to customer sites as needed - up to 60%.

Responsibilities

• Assist project manager in executing on site customer related implementation tasks.
• Assist in on site sample collection and bin fill level to ensure economical ordering quantities.
• Assist in on site customer implementation meetings with internal and external stakeholders.
• Assist in project plan updates and project budget adherence.
• Work with external stakeholders to define the material presentation and design of VMI program.
• Providing ongoing project updates to project manager or internal and external stakeholders.
• Help coordinate delivery of assets needed for VMI setup (racks, bins, labels).
• Provide initial upload files for CPS program and input into proprietary bin management software.
• Assist in physical implementation of on-site VMI program and post "go live" deployment updates.
• Responsible to train on site customer personnel on how VMI program works to ensure smooth transition and long-term success.
• All other duties as assigned.

Skills

Project coordination

On-site implementation

Communication

Data entry

Travel coordination

Education

Business or supply chain degree

Tools

Bin management software

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY

The Implementation Specialist is responsible for supporting the successful execution of Vendor Managed Inventory (VMI) programs by coordinating project activities, ensuring efficient material management, and facilitating seamless program deployment. This role involves direct collaboration with internal teams, external stakeholders, and customers to optimize inventory solutions, manage project timelines, and oversee on-site implementation. The Implementation Specialist will assist in defining material presentation, updating project plans, coordinating necessary assets, and training customer personnel to ensure a smooth transition. With a strong focus on organization, communication, and problem-solving, this position plays a critical role in driving operational efficiency and customer success.

Pay starting at: $60,000+

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist project manager in executing on site customer related implementation tasks
• Assist in on site sample collection and bin fill level to ensure economical ordering quantities
• Assist in on site customer implementation meetings with internal and external stakeholders
• Assist in project plan updates and project budget adherence
• Work with external stakeholders to define the material presentation and design of VMI program
• Providing ongoing project updates to project manager or internal and external stakeholders
• Help coordinate delivery of assets needed for VMI setup (racks, bins, labels)
• Provide initial upload files for CPS program and input into proprietary bin management software
• Assist in physical implementation of on-site VMI program and post "go live" deployment updates
• Responsible to train on site customer personnel on how VMI program works to ensure smooth transition and long-term success
• All other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION, QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS & ABILITIES

• College degree with emphasis in business or supply chain preferred, or equivalent two years of industry work experience
• Previous experience in project coordination, implementation, or supply chain/logistics is preferred.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, to effectively engage with stakeholders.
• Proficiency in data entry, inventory management software, and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to travel to customer sites as needed.
• Hands-on approach with the ability to assist in physical implementation tasks.
• Ability to travel to customer sites as needed - up to 60%

Difference:

• Proactive supply chain solutions customized to your business, your industry
• Industrial products and services delivered with prompt, personal attention
• Inventory management solutions that keep your production line moving smoothly
• Complete program support from initial design, to implementation, training, to ongoing analysis

Why Wurth:

• Maternity/Paternal leave after 1 year of service
• Tuition Reimbursement eligible after 1 year of service
• Health benefits and programs - medical, vision, dental, life insurance and more
• Additional benefits 401(k), short term disability, long term disability
• Paid Time Off, accrued per pay period, additional day earned per year of service
• 10 paid holidays

EEOC STATEMENT:

The Wurth Industry North America group of companies are Equal Opportunity Employers and do not discriminate on the basis of an individual's sex, age, race, color, creed, national origin, alienage, religion, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation or affectional preference, genetic trait or predisposition, carrier status, citizenship, veteran or military status, and other personal characteristics protected by law. All applications will receive consideration for employment without regard to legally protected characteristics. Wurth will consider qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable federal, state and local laws.

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