VMI Support Representative-Contract Position

Align Aerospace; West Chatsworth (CA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Align Aerospace is seeking a VMI Support Representative for a 6–9 month contract in Chatsworth, CA. You will own the customer’s inventory, prevent shortages, and collaborate with operations, purchasing, warehouse, and customers to resolve supply chain issues.

The role emphasizes real, hands-on problem solving with SAP and Excel, direct customer-facing responsibilities, and quarterly business reviews in a fast-paced aerospace environment.

Qualifications

• 2–5+ years in supply chain, VMI, inside sales, or customer operations.
• Strong Excel skills for analysis.
• ERP experience, SAP preferred.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 1–2 years in end-to-end Account Management.
• Extensive experience with supply chain and real inventory handling.

Responsibilities

• Own the customer's inventory to prevent stockouts and overstock.
• Analyze usage trends, demand and forecasts; drive decisions.
• Communicate with purchasing, warehouse, quality, and customers.
• Lead quarterly business reviews and build relationships.
• Support pricing, invoicing, and contract execution.

Skills

Excel skills

SAP ERP

Supply chain

Account management

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

SAP

Job description

VMI Support Representative-Contract Position

Align Aerospace LLC Chatsworth, California, United States

About this position

Description:

This is NOT a typical customer service role.

At Align Aerospace, our VMI Representatives run the customer’s supply chain.

in your 6-9 month contract term You will:

• Control inventory
• Prevent shortages
• Solve real supply chain problems
• Work directly with operations, purchasing, and customers

You are the difference between a customer shutting down… or staying operational.

Why Align Aerospace?

We support major aerospace OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers — and we do it fast.

What makes us different:

• No red tape — decisions get made
• High ownership — you run your accounts
• Real growth — not empty titles
• High expectations — and real rewards

What You’ll Be Doing (Real Work, Real Impact)

1. Own the Customer’s Inventory

• Ensure parts are always available when needed
• Prevent stockouts and overstock
• Manage min/max levels and demand trends

2. Solve Supply Chain Problems (Daily)

• Late deliveries? Fix it
• Shortages? Escalate and resolve
• Quality holds? Coordinate with internal teams

You will work directly with:

• Purchasing
• Warehouse
• Quality
• Customers

3. Analyze & Drive Decisions

• Review usage trends, bin activity, and forecasts
• Adjust inventory strategies
• Use SAP + Excel to identify risks and opportunities

4. Be the Face of Align to the Customer

• Build strong relationships
• Lead Quarterly Business Reviews (QBRs)
• Communicate clearly and confidently

5. Support the Business

• Ensure contracts are executed correctly
• Support pricing, invoicing, and supply chain alignment
• Help identify cost savings and improvements

Requirements

• 2–5+ years in:
  • Supply chain, VMI, inside sales, or customer operations
• Strong Excel skills (you can analyze, not just type)
• ERP experience (SAP strongly preferred)
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and solve problems fast Education/Experience:
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 1-2 years prior experience in end to end Account Management
• Extensive experience with supply chain including handling of real inventory

Big Plus

• Aerospace or fastener experience
• Inventory or warehouse exposure
• Customer-facing experience

What Makes You Stand Out

• You take ownership — you don’t wait
• You solve problems — you don’t
• You think ahead — not just react
• You're comfortable holding people accountable

What You Get

• Competitive base salary + stay bonus potential

Alternative Workweek Option

• Work a set 40 hour week; or
• Work a 9/80 schedule ? Every other Friday or Monday off

Why This Role is a Career Move

This role gives you exposure to:

• Supply chain operations
• Customer management
• Inventory strategy
• ERP systems (SAP)
• Contract and business decision-making

Final Word

If you want:

• A role where you actually make decisions
• A fast-paced environment that challenges you
• A company that rewards ownership
• And live in the Los Angeles area

We are an Equal Opportunity and Aff… We do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. We welcome the unique contributions that are made from a diverse and inclusive workplace culture.

Salary Information

$26 - $27.5Hourly Wage