Inside Sales - Industrial Electronics Distributor (36655)

Activ8 Recruitment & Solutions; Novi (MI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Activ8 Recruitment & Solutions is seeking an Inside Sales candidate for a global electronics distributor in Novi, MI. You will manage customer programs, forecasts, and supply plans to keep automotive tier 1 supply uninterrupted.

Responsibilities include coordinating with suppliers and internal teams, maintaining VMI and ERP/MRP data, and handling pricing and rebilling. Requires 5+ years in related roles and strong Excel skills.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of inside sales, customer service, or supply chain management.
• Experience managing customer orders, forecasts, inventory, and supplier coordination.
• Understanding of distributor business processes and supply chain operations.
• Experience with VMI and ERP/MRP systems (SAP, Oracle, AS400, or similar).
• Strong Excel skills, including formulas and Pivot Tables.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage customer forecasts, purchase orders, and long-term supply plans based on customer production schedules and program requirements.
• Coordinate with suppliers, Sales, and internal departments to ensure product availability and timely delivery.
• Monitor inventory levels and manage VMI operations to maintain optimal stock levels.
• Manage supply shortages and urgent customer requirements to prevent production disruptions.
• Monitor excess and aging inventory and develop plans to reduce inventory risks.
• Handle customer pricing, price adjustments, credit, and rebilling activities.
• Maintain accurate data and transactions in ERP/MRP/EDI systems.
• Prepare reports, track action items, and communicate updates to management and relevant departments.
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

Forecasting

Customer orders handling

ERP/MRP systems

Excel & data analysis

Vendor coordination

Tools

SAP

Oracle

AS400

Job description

A global electronics distributor is looking for an Inside Sales candidate. The ideal candidate will be responsible for managing customer programs and coordinating supply chain activities to ensure a stable supply of products to automotive Tier 1 customers. This role oversees customer forecasts, inventory management, order allocation, and communication with suppliers and customers to prevent production disruptions.

Responsibilities

• Manage customer forecasts, purchase orders, and long-term supply plans based on customer production schedules and program requirements.
• Coordinate with suppliers, Sales, and internal departments to ensure product availability and timely delivery.
• Monitor inventory levels and manage VMI (Vendor Managed Inventory) operations to maintain optimal stock levels.
• Manage supply shortages and urgent customer requirements to prevent production line disruptions.
• Monitor excess and aging inventory and develop plans to reduce inventory risks.
• Handle customer pricing, price adjustments, credit, and rebilling activities.
• Maintain accurate data and transactions in ERP/MRP/EDI systems.
• Prepare reports, track action items, and communicate updates to management and relevant departments.
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in Inside Sales, Customer Service, or Supply Chain Management.
• Experience managing customer orders, forecasts, inventory, and supplier coordination.
• Understanding of supply chain operations and distributor business processes.
• Experience with VMI and ERP/MRP systems (SAP, Oracle, AS400, or similar).
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills, including formulas and Pivot Tables.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, deadlines, and internal/external business relationships.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in handling pricing, part numbers, quantities, and customer orders.
• Business-level English communication skills (written and verbal).
• Able to lift up to 30 lbs and perform regular physical activity
• This position will not support visa sponsorships