Vendor Merchandiser Inventory Specialist

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East; Lenexa (KS); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East in Olathe, KS is seeking a dependable Vendor Merchandiser Inventory Specialist. This is a highly physical, full-time role involving daily driving, warehouse work, and forklift operation.

You will transport hardware bins, scan inventory, and prepare orders for the next day. Requirements include a high school diploma, a clean driving record, and forklift experience (sit-down, reach truck, and cherry picker).

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Forklift experience and clean driving record required.
• Experience in inventory, delivery driving, or merchandising preferred.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Transport hardware bins to customer locations by company truck.
• Scan and process inventory, pick and pack orders.
• Operate sit-down forklift, reach truck, and cherry picker in warehouse.
• Maintain accurate inventory records and ensure safe operations.
• Represent the company professionally during customer visits.

Skills

Forklift operation

Customer service

Inventory control

Driver's license

Data entry / scanning

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Sit-down forklift

Reach truck

Cherry picker

Job description

Vendor Merchandiser Inventory Specialist (Forklift Required)

Exciting Opportunity for a Vendor Merchandiser Inventory Specialist in Olathe, KS!

We are seeking a dependable and professional Vendor Merchandiser Inventory Specialist to join our team in Olathe, KS. This highly physical role involves daily driving, customer interaction, warehouse responsibilities, and forklift operation. If you are detail-oriented, customer-focused, and have a clean driving record along with forklift experience, we encourage you to apply!

Location: Olathe, KS
Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent
Work Conditions: Warehouse / Delivery Route Environment
Travel: Daily local travel required
Telecommute: No
Pay: $20.00 per hour
Work Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Position Summary:

As a Vendor Merchandiser Inventory Specialist, you will be responsible for transporting bins of hardware to and from client sites, scanning and processing inventory, and picking and packing orders for the next day. This role also requires operating sit-down forklifts, reach trucks, and cherry pickers within the warehouse to move and stage materials.

You will be the face of the company while visiting customers, so professionalism and excellent customer service skills are essential.

Essential Functions / Job Responsibilities:

• Drive a company truck to deliver hardware bins to customer locations and pick up bins from the previous day
• Handle 50-60 bins per day, involving frequent lifting and movement
• Scan returned inventory, pick and pack orders, and prep for the next delivery cycle
• Operate sit-down forklift, reach truck, and cherry picker to move, stage, and organize inventory
• Maintain accuracy in order fulfillment and inventory records
• Represent the company in a professional and courteous manner at all times
• Follow all safety and driving regulations
• Communicate with internal teams and customers as needed
• Perform additional warehouse or delivery-related duties as assigned

Minimum Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Clean driving record is required
• Forklift experience required (sit-down, reach truck, and cherry picker)
• Previous experience in inventory, delivery driving, or merchandising preferred
• Strong physical stamina and ability to lift/move bins repeatedly throughout the day
• Reliable, punctual, and dependable
• Excellent customer service and communication skills

Skills Required:

• Ability to lift and carry bins (up to 50 lbs.) repeatedly throughout the shift
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Experience operating multiple types of forklifts safely
• Basic computer/scanning skills for inventory tracking
• Professional appearance and demeanor
• Ability to work independently and maintain a consistent schedule

Physical Requirements:

This is a highly physical position requiring frequent lifting, carrying, bending, driving, and forklift operation. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Internal and External Interaction:

This position involves daily interaction with clients at delivery sites, warehouse personnel, and internal team members. Professional communication and a customer-focused attitude are key.