Implementation Specialist

Wurth Industry US; Brooklyn Park (MN); On-site; USD 54,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits and programs - medical

Vision, dental, life insurance

401(k)

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement eligible

Job summary

Wurth Industry US in Minnesota is seeking an Implementation Specialist to support on-site VMI program deployment. You will coordinate project activities, manage material presentation, and train customer personnel to ensure a smooth transition and long-term success.

The role collaborates with internal teams and external stakeholders, updates project plans and budgets, and helps ensure timely go-lives. Travel up to 60% to customer sites is required.

Qualifications

• College degree or equivalent experience in business or supply chain.
• Experience in project coordination, implementation, or supply chain/logistics preferred.
• Ability to travel up to 60% to customer sites.

Responsibilities

• Assist project manager in executing on-site customer implementations.
• Assist in on-site sample collection and bin fill level assessments.
• Assist in on-site customer implementation meetings with internal and external stakeholders.
• Assist in project plan updates and budget adherence.
• Define material presentation and design of the VMI program with external stakeholders.
• Provide ongoing project updates to stakeholders.
• Coordinate delivery of assets for VMI setup (racks, bins, labels).
• Upload files for CPS program and input into bin management software.
• Assist in on-site VMI implementation and post go-live updates.
• Train on-site customer personnel on how the VMI program works.
• All other duties as assigned.

Skills

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Data entry

Inventory software

MS Office

Travel flexibility

Education

Bachelor’s/College degree in business or supply chain

Equivalent two years industry experience

Tools

Bin management software

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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