Warehouse VMI Lead MO Vendor Managed Inventory

Alloy Fasteners, Inc; Cranston (RI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits

Job summary

Alloy Fasteners, Inc in Springfield, MO is seeking a results-driven Warehouse VMI Lead to direct our VMI warehouse operations. You will coach a team, manage packing, shipping and receiving, and ensure daily shipping goals are met while delivering excellent customer service.

This role emphasizes hands-on leadership, strong process improvement, and collaboration with sales and corporate leadership. The ideal candidate has extensive warehousing and VMI experience, solid people-management skills,

Qualifications

• Strong warehousing and VMI distribution experience.
• Proven people-management skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365 and strong overall computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide direction to VMI warehouse staff to achieve daily shipping goals and ensure smooth, efficient facility operations
• Maintain full VMI accountability for purchasing, receiving, shipping, and inventory activities at the branch
• Ensure excellent customer service standards are met, respond efficiently to customer and sales team inquiries, and support high customer satisfaction
• Oversee training and ongoing development for all new and existing employees
• Ensure compliance with the ISO Quality Program, safety standards, and company policies
• Collaborate closely with the sales team to support customer needs and new business opportunities
• Communicate effectively with other branch managers and corporate leadership
• Run and analyze daily operational reports, including open customer orders, open purchase orders, and open transfer orders
• Step in to cover operational needs during employee absences as required
• Ensure the facility, equipment, and supplies are maintained in good working order and that operational needs are anticipated and addressed
• Identify opportunities to streamline processes, improve efficiency, and reduce operational costs

Skills

Warehousing & VMI

People management

MS Office 365

Job description

We are currently seeking a results‑driven Warehouse VMI Lead to lead operations at our Springfield, MO distribution facility. This role is responsible for overseeing all aspects of warehouse VMI operations while leading, coaching, and developing a team to meet company objectives and deliver exceptional customer service.

Our company has proudly served customers for more than 65 years and continues to grow through a commitment to operational excellence, quality, and customer satisfaction. We offer competitive benefits and are willing to provide training to the right candidate who demonstrates strong leadership, a solid work ethic, and a customer‑focused mindset.

Position Summary

The Warehouse VMI Lead is ultimately accountable for the overall performance, efficiency, and compliance of the MO VMI warehouse operation. The successful candidate will have a thorough understanding of all warehouse VMI functions, including packing, shipping, and receiving, and will lead by example to uphold the highest operational standards with a hands on approach.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide direction to VMI warehouse staff to achieve daily shipping goals and ensure smooth, efficient facility operations
• Maintain full VMI accountability for purchasing, receiving, shipping, and inventory activities at the branch
• Ensure excellent customer service standards are met, respond efficiently to customer and sales team inquiries, and support high customer satisfaction
• Oversee training and ongoing development for all new and existing employees
• Ensure compliance with the ISO Quality Program, safety standards, and company policies
• Collaborate closely with the sales team to support customer needs and new business opportunities
• Communicate effectively with other branch managers and corporate leadership
• Run and analyze daily operational reports, including open customer orders, open purchase orders, and open transfer orders
• Step in to cover operational needs during employee absences as required
• Ensure the facility, equipment, and supplies are maintained in good working order and that operational needs are anticipated and addressed
• Identify opportunities to streamline processes, improve efficiency, and reduce operational costs

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong warehousing and VMI distribution experience
• Proven people‑management skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365 and strong overall computer skills
• Working knowledge of purchasing, sales support, and quality systems
• Strong administrative capabilities and attention to detail
• Strong computer skills
• Excellent communication, team‑building, and motivational skills
• Strong problem‑solving skills and effective time‑management abilities

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation and benefits package
• Training and development for the right candidate
• A stable, well‑established organization with long‑term growth opportunities
• A collaborative, team‑oriented work environment

As an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE/AA), our company does not discriminate in employment decisions based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability, or any other protected characteristic.