Lead VMI Coordinator: Inventory & Vending Operations

Turner Supply Company; United States; On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Turner Supply Company is seeking a Lead VMI Associate to lead Vendor Managed Inventory programs across assigned customer locations. You will oversee vending solutions, equipment maintenance, and day-to-day VMI team direction to ensure inventory accuracy and high service levels.

You will coordinate with sales, purchasing, warehouse, and customer service to resolve issues and drive improvements while maintaining safety compliance at customer sites.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in VMI, vending, inventory control, or related environments.
• Experience leading or supervising teams in warehouse or field operations.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate daily activities of VMI Associates across customer accounts and routes.
• Serve as escalation point for inventory discrepancies, stock-outs, and equipment issues.
• Manage multiple locations, service schedules, and inventory programs and vending solutions.
• Provide onboarding and training to new VMI Associates; support skills development.
• Analyze consumption, replenishment levels, and service requirements to maximize availability and turns.
• Troubleshoot and repair vending machines, crates, scanners, and related equipment.
• Maintain maintenance records and coordinate repairs with vendors.

Skills

Leadership

VMI

Inventory management

Data analysis

Customer service

ERP systems

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate degree preferred

Tools

SnapVend

CribMaster

Field Office

Job description

Turner Supply Company is seeking a Lead VMI Associate to lead Vendor Managed Inventory programs across assigned customer locations. You will oversee vending solutions, equipment maintenance, and day-to-day VMI team direction to ensure inventory accuracy and high service levels.

You will coordinate with sales, purchasing, warehouse, and customer service to resolve issues and drive improvements while maintaining safety compliance at customer sites.