Inventory Technician - WESCO

Job description

WESCO International, Inc. (NYSE: WCC), a publicly traded Fortune 500 holding company headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, is a leading provider of electrical, industrial, and communications maintenance, repair and operating (MRO) and original equipment manufacturers (OEM) product, construction materials, and advanced supply chain management and logistic services. 2015 annual sales were approximately $7.5 billion. The Company employs approximately 9,300 people, maintains relationships with over 25,000 suppliers, and serves over 80,000 active customers worldwide. Customers include commercial and industrial businesses, contractors, government agencies, institutions, telecommunications providers and utilities. WESCO operates nine fully automated distribution centers and approximately 500 full-service branches in North America and international markets, providing a local presence for customers and a global network to serve multi-location businesses and multi-national corporations.

JOB SUMMARY:

The VMI (Vendor Management Inventory) Associate operates as an on-site problem solver and project facilitator who interfaces directly with suppliers/manufacturers and sales/branch personnel to ensure a successful flow and sale of products and services between our suppliers and customers. The primary function of this role is to expand and deliver WESCO's Value-Added practices through the timely response of product shortages, new product delivery, daily inventory analysis, and e-solutions (website) exposure with our customers. Duties will also include the review, control and release of all customer orders, daily customer status reporting, and maintaining bar coding/scanning practices for proper product identification and alignment.

SUMMARY OF KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Maintain all on-site daily product reporting and analysis to ensure supply chain controls

Educate, expose and maintain new E-Solutions/E-Stock with existing and potential customers

Conduct sourcing, upselling and relationship building with existing and potential customers

Provide daily support of OSR's sales efforts and account maintenance functions

Perform daily scanning/sync tasks

Interface with customers to see if any other needs exist or assistance is required; communicate these needs to outside sales reps

Ensure actual inventory count and daily communication with warehouse personnel

Assist with on-site customer location product identification

Maintain labels and webpage revisions to ensure that min./max. meet customer inventory expectations

Enter, review and release orders to support e-commerce solution

Communicate any changes, shortages and concerns directly to customers and branch management

React to any customer concerns/returns promptly

Deliver custom presentations on WESCO Lean Customer Value such as Point of Use (Vending Applications), Job Trailers and WESCO/EESCODIRECT as well as ESTOCK

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:

Ability to perform multiple tasks simultaneously

Ability to use Microsoft Office and intermediate computer skills

Ability to communicate clearly, both verbally and in written form and have strong attention to detail

Ability to use a win-win approach to resolve controversy; stay objective and fair when dealing with sensitive situations; maintain constructive working relationships despite disagreement

Ability to take action in solving problems while exhibiting judgment and a realistic understanding of issues

Ability to meet emerging customer needs, influence others, and perform physical tasks

Ability to drive a company vehicle

Travel to multiple work sites per week will be required

EXPERIENCE:

Knowledge of electrical, construction or mechanical products

Ability to work in a team environment

Ability to prospect and market concepts to existing and potential accounts

Technical aptitude for equipment and service related issues and ability to interpret complex technical information

Ability to communicate professionally with customers at their facility

EDUCATION AND LICENSES:

High school diploma or equivalent required; Associates degree (U.S.)/College diploma (Canada) preferred

Valid driver's license required

At WESCO, we offer a competitive compensation and benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, paid time off (PTO), 401k, tuition reimbursement, STD/LTD, Legal assistance and more.

WESCO International, Inc., including its subsidiaries and affiliates ("WESCO"), is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. It is the policy of WESCO to not discriminate against any job applicant or employee based on age, race, religion, color, handicap, sex, physical condition, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status or any other protected status. This policy includes but is not limited to the following: recruitment and employment, promotion, demotion, transfer, compensation, selection for training including apprenticeship, layoff, or termination."

Job Type: Full-time