VMI Tech/Sales Support

US11345-AIRGAS Airgas USA, LLC; Danville (IL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision benefits

401(k) with company match

Paid Holidays & Vacation

Job summary

Airgas is hiring a VMI Tech/Sales Support Specialist in Danville, IL. You will service vending accounts, manage cabinets and storerooms, and perform basic troubleshooting of vending systems. The role focuses on existing accounts with cross-training to support Outside Sales.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED, a valid US driver’s license, and at least 2 years in product distribution or inventory management. Proficiency in Microsoft Office is expected.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• High School Diploma or GED Required.
• Must have a valid US driver’s license.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in product distribution or inventory management.
• Proficient working knowledge of Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Effective verbal and written communication and presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Deliver and service key vending account customers and cabinets inventory.
• Perform basic troubleshooting and mechanical repairs as needed.
• Cross-train to assist Outside Sales as needed.
• Delivery and replenishment to customers of industrial products and vending items.
• Review and reorder stock levels at multiple plant departments.
• Maintain branch inventory and process delivery tickets and conformance with pricing and PSA workflows.

Skills

Verbal and written communication

Self-starter under pressure

Customer service orientation

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associates or Bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

R10100297 VMI Tech/Sales Support (Open) Location: Danville, IL - Retail shop

How will you CONTRIBUTE and GROW? We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace that embraces the unique perspectives of our employees, our customers, patients, community stakeholders, and cultures across the world. We believe that a variety of backgrounds makes our team stronger and more innovative.

Airgas is Hiring for a VMI Tech/Sales Support Specialist in Danville, IL! $25 per hour, this position is eligible for OT. Monday-Friday, no weekend work!

Comprehensive Family Benefits

• Airgas offers a full benefits package designed to support your whole life, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D, and Disability Insurance.
• Support for Parents: We offer up to 14-week paid child birth benefits to support growing families.
• Future Security: 401(k) Retirement Plan with company match, Tuition Assistance, Paid Holidays, Vacation, and Sick time.
• Early Access: Your benefits start after just 30 days of employment.

Responsibilities

The VMI Tech/Outside Sales Support Specialist delivers and services key vending account customers and customer cabinets & storerooms relative to inventory of gases, consumables and safety products. Additionally, this position does basic troubleshooting and mechanical repairs as needed. This position focuses on servicing existing accounts throughout an assigned territory. This position will be cross trained to assist our Outside Sales team as needed. Delivery and replenishment to customers of various industrial products and vending machine or storeroom items. Performs basic troubleshooting and repairs mechanical vending systems as needed. Reviews manual stock levels of various inventories at multiple plant departments for reorder. Maintains dedicated branch inventory levels for proper replenishment. Tracks and turns in delivery tickets and consignment fill tickets. Fosters exceptional internal relationships by supporting the sales force and delivering professional, accurate quotes. Translates sales data and margin analysis, as well as usage reports, into actionable insights for account managers using SAP and BW (Business Warehouse) systems. Guides and streamlines special pricing and cost requests from the sales team. Provides comprehensive PSA management and contract review, coordinates sales deal pricing in PAW (Price Agreement Workbench), and works alongside account and district managers to implement effective pricing strategies. Prepares business reviews and performance metrics to help account managers shape successful sales strategies. Collaborates with the dispute workbench team to resolve customer pricing inquiries smoothly and efficiently. Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• High School Diploma or GED Required.
• Must have a valid US driver’s license.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in product distribution or inventory management.
• Proficient working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, and Outlook).
• Effective verbal and written communication and presentation skills.
• Self-starter; self‑motivated; operates with a sense of urgency; ability to work independently and under pressure to meet deadlines.

Preferred Qualifications

• Associates or Bachelor’s degree in Business, Welding Technology or Sales preferred.
• Experience with welding and safety products or related industrial products a plus.
• Ability to operate a forklift.
• Prior experience with SAP order entry software preferred.

Benefits

• We care about and support our Airgas Families. This is evident not only through our competitive compensation but also through a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental and vision plans, short-term and long-term disability, life and accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), pre‑tax commuter transportation benefit, parental leave, vacation, sick time, floating holidays, jury duty and funeral/bereavement leave, and paid holidays for all eligible full-time employees.
• Additionally, we offer our eligible employees a 401k plan with company matching funds, tuition reimbursement, discounted college tuition for eligible employees’ dependents, and an Airgas Scholarship Program for dependent children.
• Associates who are members of collective bargaining units should review their bargaining agreement to determine whether they are eligible for some or all of the benefits described here and to see any special terms or conditions for eligibility.

Your DIFFERENCES enhance our PERFORMANCE

At Airgas, we are committed to building a workplace that embraces the diversity of our employees, our customers, patients, community stakeholders and cultures across the world. We welcome and consider applications from all qualified applicants, regardless of their race, gender, sexual orientation, religion, disability or any other protected characteristic. We strongly believe a diverse organization opens up opportunities for people to express their talent, both individually and collectively and it helps foster our ability to innovate by living our fundamentals, acting for our success and creating an engaging environment in a changing world.

About Airgas

Airgas, an Air Liquide company, is a leading U.S. supplier of industrial, medical and specialty gases, as well as hardgoods and related products; one of the largest U.S. suppliers of safety products; and a leading U.S. supplier of ammonia products and process chemicals. Through the passion and diversity of its 18,000 associates, Airgas fosters a culture of safety, customer success, sustainability and innovation. Airgas associates are empowered to share ideas, take initiative and make decisions. Airgas is a subsidiary of Air Liquide, a world leader in gases, technologies and services for industry and healthcare. Present in 60 countries with approximately 66,500 employees, Air Liquide serves more than 4 million customers and patients. Join us for a stimulating experience: At Airgas, you matter and so does the work you do. As a member of our team, you play an important role in the success of your team, making sure our products are created sustainably and delivered safely and efficiently. In turn, you’ll find a welcoming workplace where you’re valued for who you are and where you can fill your potential while growing a fulfilling career — whatever path you choose.

Equal Employment Opportunity Information

We are an equal opportunity employer. We welcome all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. Airgas, an Air Liquide Company is a Government contractor subject to the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974 and Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973. Airgas does not discriminate against qualified applicants with disabilities, and is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to the known disabilities of such individuals so as to ensure equal access to benefits and privileges of employment. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact us by email at [e-mail].