driving strategic growth, expanding market presence, and strengthening Vendor Managed Inventory (VMI) Program performance
partner with leadership, customers, and cross functional teams to evaluate new opportunities
implement VMI programs, and ensure consistent execution aligned with organizational strategy
conduct customer site visits to research and analyze business opportunities
evaluate future geographic expansion opportunities
collaborate on execution plans for markets in alignment with Customer Group and Area VMI strategy
prepare business proposals, and present recommendations to senior management
work closely with National Accounts and VMI leadership teams to drive growth
serve as a liaison between National VMI strategy and local area/customer needs
partner with Category Management to evaluate and select vendors
lead all aspects of the development of key projects
train onsite customer personnel and internal teams on VMI startup procedures
oversee the development, implementation, and progress of strategic business targets
demonstrate software solutions for inventory management as a value added service

5+ years of business development experience preferred
prior VMI, Branch Management, Operations, or Sales experience strongly preferred
Bachelor’s degree preferred; equivalent work experience will be considered
Proven track record of achieving strong sales results
Strong commitment to exceptional customer service
Excellent negotiating, problem solving, and interpersonal skills
Strong organizational, planning, and follow-up abilities
Solid business judgment and high integrity
Ability to deliver effective presentations and project recommendations
Valid driver’s license required; role involves regular travel

Inventory Solutions Development Manager, VMI

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