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How much do vendor managed inventory jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 18, 2026, the average hourly pay for vendor managed inventory in the United States is $32.65, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.31 and $57.69 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Vendor Managed Inventory job?

A Vendor Managed Inventory (VMI) job involves overseeing the supply chain process where the vendor takes responsibility for managing inventory levels at the customer's location. This role includes monitoring stock levels, analyzing demand trends, and ensuring timely replenishment to avoid shortages or overstocking. VMI professionals collaborate with vendors, suppliers, and customers to optimize inventory efficiency and reduce costs. Their duties often involve using inventory management software, forecasting demand, and improving order accuracy.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of someone in a Vendor Managed Inventory role?

Professionals in Vendor Managed Inventory (VMI) roles are responsible for monitoring and replenishing client stock levels, analyzing usage trends, and coordinating purchase orders to maintain optimal inventory. They communicate regularly with both vendors and clients to ensure product availability and address potential supply chain issues. Additionally, VMI specialists often use data-driven reports to forecast demand, identify process improvements, and negotiate delivery schedules. These tasks require close collaboration with internal teams such as sales, logistics, and procurement, making strong organizational and interpersonal skills valuable assets for success.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Vendor Managed Inventory position, and why are they important?

To excel in a Vendor Managed Inventory (VMI) role, you need strong analytical skills, inventory management expertise, and a background in supply chain operations, often supported by a degree in business or logistics. Familiarity with inventory management software, ERP systems, and forecasting tools, as well as certifications like APICS CPIM, are highly advantageous. Outstanding communication, negotiation, and relationship-building abilities are valuable soft skills in this position. Mastering these areas ensures seamless coordination between vendors and clients, optimized inventory levels, and efficient supply chain performance.

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Vendor Managed Inventory Technician

A & M Industrial Inc

Cranbury, NJ

$44K - $53K/yr

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

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Job description

Description

A&M Industrial is a 70-year-old, family owned, leading local industrial distribution company looking for career-oriented individuals to fill critical positions on their sales and support team.


The A&M way is the fabric of our company and the essence of our value system. It guides our behaviors and practices, and defines how we relate to each other, our customers, and our business partners. This is who we are, the culture that drives our performance and extraordinary success. Contact us to learn more about the A&M way.


Vendor Managed Inventory Technician is the ambassador to the customers on their route. They evaluate the inventory position of the products being managed, establishing replenishment quantities based on established parameters. They also restocks products as needed during the same visit. In the process, the VMI Technician builds relationships with these customers and ensures they are satisfied and informed on all of the latest products and services available.


Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Travel daily in your company-provided vehicle to support the implementation of Vendor Managed Inventory programs at customer locations in your territory.
  • Ensure appropriate customer stock levels, generate new orders and obtain customer approval for new orders as required.
  • Unpack orders, check accuracy of orders and put away stock at customer locations.
  • Provide communication and feedback to sales representatives and supervisor as appropriate to ensure full customer satisfaction.
  • Perform general housekeeping for service equipment and immediate area.
  • Use company smartphone app to process orders


Physical Demands:

The VMI Technician must be able to drive up to 5 hours/day and work in industrial environments. This position does require the ability to lift and carry boxes weighing an average of 50 lbs/box.


Position Type/Expected Hours of Work/Pay/Benefits:

This is a full-time non-exempt position. Hours of work are Monday through Friday, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm; with a 60-minute unpaid lunch. 40 hours per week.

The salary for this position will be based on experience and certifications (if any). In addition, this position is eligible for benefits available to full time employees, including participation in health/dental/vision/group life/long-term-disability insurance plans, 401k, paid holidays and vacation.


Other Duties:

Please note this job description is not designed to be a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.


A&M INDUSTRIAL, INC. is committed to equal employment opportunity. We will not discriminate against employee or applicants for employment on any legally recognized basis including, but not limited to veteran status, citizenship status, uniform service member status, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, creed, ancestry, marital status, domestic partnership or civil union status, gender identity or expression, affections or sexual orientation, pregnancy, genetic testing and information, atypical hereditary cellular or blood trait, or any other factor prohibited by law.



Requirements

Must have a valid driver's license in good standing and a motor vehicle record acceptable to our insurance carrier

Computer literacy, including familiarity with Microsoft Outlook, Word and Excel.

Excellent customer service and communication skills.

Basic arithmetic skills

Ability to manage time and effectiveness, meet established goals and work effectively with other members of the team.

Follow company policies and procedures

Demonstrate core values of ambition, innovation, integrity and teamwork.

Ability to present a professional image at all times to clients and vendors.