What are the responsibilities and job description for the Vendor Management Specialist position at Carrier Enterprise?
About Us
Carrier Enterprise (CE) is a subsidiary of the largest independent HVAC/R distribution company in the world, Watsco, Inc. At CE we proudly distribute industry leading brands such as Carrier, Bryant, Payne, GREE and other brands of HVAC and Refrigeration equipment, as well as a full-line of aftermarket parts, supplies and accessories. CE has approximately 200 locations throughout 28 states, Puerto Rico, the Caribbean, Latin America, Mexico and Canada with over 2,000 employees. Our vast footprint, inventory and e-Commerce platform allows us to provide our customers with best in class service when they need it and where they need it.
Carrier Enterprise is dedicated to providing Comfort Excellence to the HVAC/R industry. Our vision for Carrier Enterprise is simple...to become a world-class distribution company, and achieve differentiation through the relentless pursuit of service excellence. Our customers and our employees make the difference. We have vast opportunities at our stores, distribution centers, field offices, business units and Headquarter location. We embrace the diverse experiences, backgrounds, knowledge and ideas that make up our company culture. Those experiences only strengthen our teams and our business. From our retail locations to our e-Commerce and mobile platforms our team has the tools to help you grow your career at Carrier Enterprise. See where your drive will take you!
Find out more about CE at www.carrierenterprise.com.
Carrier Enterprise is an Equal Opportunity Employer. CE offers a competitive total pay (plus bonus on sales incentives) and benefits package inclusive of health, dental, vision, life insurance and 401(k).
CE Florida currently has an exciting Vendor Managed Inventory Specialist (VMI) opportunity
Company Website: www.carrierenterprise.com
Summary
The Vendor Managed Inventory Specialist (VMI) will begin by learning about HVAC Products that are part of CE’s offering. The individual will then be trained in ordering/fulfilling customer orders while at the same time being introduced to CE dealers by members of the Sales team. Next, the VMI Specialist will take responsibility for managing and replenishing the customers’ inventory by partnering with the customers, analyzing historical sales, and projecting how industry growth will affect the needs of the customers. The VMI Specialist will also become well versed in CEs new product offerings as they become available to our customers. The role involves collaboration with Product Managers, Pricing Managers, Sales staff and the Purchasing groups both within CE and in our dealers’ organizations.
Job Responsibilities: Vendor Managed Inventory Specialist (VMI)
Carrier Enterprise (CE) is a subsidiary of the largest independent HVAC/R distribution company in the world, Watsco, Inc. At CE we proudly distribute industry leading brands such as Carrier, Bryant, Payne, GREE and other brands of HVAC and Refrigeration equipment, as well as a full-line of aftermarket parts, supplies and accessories. CE has approximately 200 locations throughout 28 states, Puerto Rico, the Caribbean, Latin America, Mexico and Canada with over 2,000 employees. Our vast footprint, inventory and e-Commerce platform allows us to provide our customers with best in class service when they need it and where they need it.
Carrier Enterprise is dedicated to providing Comfort Excellence to the HVAC/R industry. Our vision for Carrier Enterprise is simple...to become a world-class distribution company, and achieve differentiation through the relentless pursuit of service excellence. Our customers and our employees make the difference. We have vast opportunities at our stores, distribution centers, field offices, business units and Headquarter location. We embrace the diverse experiences, backgrounds, knowledge and ideas that make up our company culture. Those experiences only strengthen our teams and our business. From our retail locations to our e-Commerce and mobile platforms our team has the tools to help you grow your career at Carrier Enterprise. See where your drive will take you!
Find out more about CE at www.carrierenterprise.com.
Carrier Enterprise is an Equal Opportunity Employer. CE offers a competitive total pay (plus bonus on sales incentives) and benefits package inclusive of health, dental, vision, life insurance and 401(k).
CE Florida currently has an exciting Vendor Managed Inventory Specialist (VMI) opportunity
Company Website: www.carrierenterprise.com
Summary
The Vendor Managed Inventory Specialist (VMI) will begin by learning about HVAC Products that are part of CE’s offering. The individual will then be trained in ordering/fulfilling customer orders while at the same time being introduced to CE dealers by members of the Sales team. Next, the VMI Specialist will take responsibility for managing and replenishing the customers’ inventory by partnering with the customers, analyzing historical sales, and projecting how industry growth will affect the needs of the customers. The VMI Specialist will also become well versed in CEs new product offerings as they become available to our customers. The role involves collaboration with Product Managers, Pricing Managers, Sales staff and the Purchasing groups both within CE and in our dealers’ organizations.
Job Responsibilities: Vendor Managed Inventory Specialist (VMI)
- Responsible for driving profitable sales growth by developing, maintaining, and advancing accounts by regular interaction with customers.
- Seek out new business opportunities by making outbound calls to existing and potential customers.
- Partner with customers’ employees to develop an ongoing stocking plan.
- Evaluate customer purchasing history using internal CE tools (NxTrend, Business Intelligence, EZ Stock) and customer provided data to identify gaps and opportunities for improvement.
- Manage customer orders from initial input through final payment stages.
- Run daily reports/analysis on all customer stocking levels to identify and resolve any potential issues.
- Keep abreast of new company offerings & promotions and industry trends to determine suitability for each individual customer.
- Strong computer skills including MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) required.
- Ability to learn company specific programs and technology tools (NxTrend, MicroStrategy/BI, EZ Stock, CE phone/tablet app).
- Ability to travel locally within the market
- Experience with Lean Six Sigma or commit to training
- Experience in or desire to learn how to sell HVAC Products.
- High school or equivalent (Required); AA/AS degree in Business, Operations or Supply chain logistics preferred
- Demonstrated performance history in sales and/or new market development
- Self-motivated, possessing a high energy level and a desire to achieve goals beyond what is required
- Strong business/problem solving skills, high sense of urgency and strong communication/interpersonal skills
- Prior work experience and/or internship experience in sales or marketing is a plus
- Knowledge of HVAC parts and supplies is a plus
- PC literacy required (Microsoft products)