Implementation Specialist

Wurth Industry USA; Brooklyn Park (MN); On-site; USD 51,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k)

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Wurth Industry USA is seeking an Implementation Specialist in Minnesota to support VMI programs by coordinating projects, managing materials, and deploying on-site solutions. You will train customer personnel and collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to keep plans on track.

This role requires strong organization, communication, and problem-solving skills and the ability to travel up to 60% to customer sites. Join a team focused on operational efficiency and customer success.

Qualifications

• College degree in business or supply chain, or 2 years relevant experience.
• Experience in project coordination, implementation, or logistics preferred.
• Strong organization and problem-solving skills; ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Excellent verbal and written communication with stakeholders.
• Proficiency with data entry, inventory software, and MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Assist project manager in on-site customer implementations.
• Assist in on-site sample collection and bin fill level assessments.
• Participate in on-site customer implementation meetings.
• Update project plans and ensure budget adherence.
• Define material presentation and design of the VMI program with stakeholders.
• Provide ongoing project updates to stakeholders.
• Coordinate delivery of assets for VMI setup (racks, bins, labels).
• Create initial upload files for CPS program and input into bin management software.
• Help with on-site deployment and post-go-live updates.
• Train customer personnel on VMI operations for long-term success.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Project coordination

Supply chain

Organizational skills

Communication

MS Office

Inventory software

Data entry

Travel up to 60%

Hands-on tasks

Education

Business or supply chain degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Inventory management software

Bin management software

Job description

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
• 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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