Onsite Inventory and Solutions Specialist

MSC Industrial Direct Co.,Inc.; Mentor (OH); On-site; USD 27,813 - 43,711; Full time

Job summary

MSC Industrial Direct Co.,Inc. is seeking an On‑Site Service Specialist Level 1 to deliver exceptional customer service and manage inventory at large customer locations in Mentor, OH.

The role supports procurement, ordering, and management of MSC ControlPoint Solutions including VMI, vending, and crib systems. You will maintain 6S standards, log activities in SFDC, ensure stock levels, and assist with care program execution while collaborating with account teams to grow opportunities.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum two years of experience in telephone sales, outside sales, storeroom/inventory management, or customer service.
• Knowledge of technical customer solutions.
• Proven track record of success and strong performance.
• Excellent customer service and sales skills.
• Strong problem-solving and critical thinking abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and general computer literacy.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Understanding of MSC solutions, products, and services.

Responsibilities

• Manage MSC ControlPoint Solutions, including VMI, vending, and storeroom programs.
• Perform ordering, product put-away, and inventory optimization.
• Promote MSC customer loyalty through solution support and execution of the CARE program (Clean, Arrange, Relationships, Exceed Expectations).
• Maintain 6S standards across all solution equipment and areas.
• Log daily activities in Salesforce (SFDC).
• Ensure appropriate stock levels (min/max) are maintained.
• Receive, unpack, and restock products at all points of use.
• Engage with customer contacts to ensure solution retention and satisfaction.
• Drive product expansion through spot buys and incremental growth opportunities.
• Collaborate with account teams to enhance customer satisfaction and identify future projects.
• Lead repair and maintenance of vending solution equipment to company standards.
• Use routing software to follow planned schedules and document activities.
• Mentor and guide less experienced associates to resolve issues and promote MSC culture.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of all inventory management solutions.
• Participate in special projects and perform additional duties as required.
• Maintain high customer satisfaction ratings in line with company standards.
• Accurately track time using MSC-approved time management tools.
• Foster the MSC Culture in the department and throughout the company to ensure fulfillment of MSC's vision and unity of purpose.
• Participation in special projects and performs additional duties as required.

Skills

Telephone sales

Outside sales

Storeroom / inventory management

Customer service

Microsoft Office

Verbal and written communication

Problem-solving

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

MSC Industrial Direct Co.,Inc. is seeking an On‑Site Service Specialist Level 1 to deliver exceptional customer service and manage inventory at large customer locations in Mentor, OH.

The role supports procurement, ordering, and management of MSC ControlPoint Solutions including VMI, vending, and crib systems. You will maintain 6S standards, log activities in SFDC, ensure stock levels, and assist with care program execution while collaborating with account teams to grow opportunities.