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At Echo Electric, a brand owned by Sonepar, we are a leader in electrical distribution. Echo Electric represents over $1.2 billion in sales covering Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Missouri, Ohio, Nebraska, and Southern South Dakota. As part of Sonepar, the worldwide leader in electrical distribution, we have a global reach that allows us to offer excellent benefits and develop innovative solutions, while maintaining our strong local roots and close-knit culture. We empower our associates to contribute to our success by adopting the adapt, dare, learn mindset-- adapt to new situations and people, dare to appropriately challenge the status quo, and learn from others and our own experiences.

The VMI Coordinator is responsible in supporting vendor-managed inventory (VMI) within the electrical distribution environment. This entry-level role is ideal for someone with a technical or electrical background who is looking to build a career in inventory management, field support & sales. You'll assist in tracking inventory, learning products and the specifications, and ensuring the right electrical components are stocked based on customer needs.

We are looking for associates who:

• Assist with the VMI customer space/placement, sets up the appropriate area to receive shipment of material and stocks product in the customer's designated area.
• Maintains awareness of min/max, reorder point/quantity and reports observations back to management.
• Generate and manage your own schedule based on inventory needs, ensuring timely delivery and accuracy.

• Conduct physical inventory counts.
• Replenish materials as needed.
• Ensure safe operation of warehouse equipment and vehicles.

• Collaborate with sales teams to promote products and services, assist with product evaluations, and contribute to pricing strategies
• Learn the specifications of common electrical items (e.g., conduit, fittings, wire, breakers, fuses).
• Communicate with foremen & internal teams for new sales needs or future needs.

What you bring:

• High school diploma or GED required; or electrical technology, industrial maintenance, or supply chain is a strong plus.
• Valid Driver's License
• 2 - 3 years of experience in warehouse, counter sales and/or delivery operations, preferably in the electrical distribution industry.
• Demonstrated customer and vendor relationship building and maintenance skills.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate clearly and concisely in written and verbal formats.
• Demonstrated the ability to plan and schedule the work of others.
• Demonstrated time management and organization skills, including the ability to plan and manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Proven proficiency in general personal computer application, as well as in the use of Microsoft Office software, including Word and Excel.
• Commitment to and demonstration of high ethical standards governing professional behavior and interactions.
• Strong customer service orientation.
• Ability to lift and move light inventory and perform site walks when needed.

What we offer:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance plus employer paid short term and long-term disability and life insurance.
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• 401K match
• Profit Sharing
• Tuition reimbursement and employee development.
• Annual Safety Shoe Reimbursement
• Employee Discount on products
• Access to a variety of trainings for personal development

Who we are:

We're the world's number one distributor of electrical products, solutions and related services. Echo Electric is owned by Sonepar, a global company with over 500 locations nationwide. Whether you grow at one of our local Opcos or at one in another region, we want you to grow with us! All associates are regularly trained and we value promoting from within when possible.

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Sonepar is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability unrelated to ability, marital status, family responsibilities, pregnancy, genetic information, sexual orientation, order of protection status, protected veteran or military status, or an unfavorable discharge from military service, or any other categories protected by federal, state or local law.

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