Independent Electric Vendor Managed Inventory Coordinator
Sonepar USA

Independent Electric Supply, Inc. (IES) opened in 1976 with ten employees to serve electrical contractors working in the high-tech aerospace industry. Today, IES operates 16 electrical supply branches in the Northern California area, San Francisco Bay area, Central Valley, Central Coast and 7 locations throughout Arizona.  IES focuses on traditional electrical supply with dedicated specialists in lighting, switchgear, wire management, tool & safety, renewable energy and enhance logistics solutions to meet specific customer needs.  Employing more than 525 people and managing over 1 million square feet of warehouse space, IES is one of the strongest electrical distributors in the markets we serve.

In August 2011, IES was acquired by Sonepar USA consisting of the finest locally managed electrical and industrial distributors throughout the United States.  Sonepar is the world leader in electrical distribution.

Could you be our next VMI Specialist?

The Opportunity

We are seeking a Vendor Managed Inventory (VMI) Associate to be responsible for maintaining and growing appropriate inventory at customer designated sites.  As a VMI Specialist, you will use a phone with scanner to order inventory and help maintain accurate inventory levels.  You will also make deliveries of products from the local branch to the customer locations using either a company van or a box truck.

Qualifications: 

• Inventory control experience is required

• Must have excellent presentation and communication skills
• Must be able to work independently
• Must have a valid driver’s license and acceptable motor vehicle record
• Ability to communicate with the customer, customer service reps and account reps in a professional manner
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Must have good computer skills with knowledge of MS Office software
• Ability to lift 50 to 75 pounds
• Experience with VMI is highly desired

What are the Benefits?

401K Plan, Health Insurance (medical, dental, and vision), Paid Vacation, Paid Sick, Paid Personal, Paid Holidays, Flexible Spending Accounts (Health and Dependent Care), Employee Assistance Program, Tuition Reimbursement, Employee Discounts and a definitive career path.

EOE M/F/Disability/Veteran