Vendor-Managed Inventory; VMI Specialist

Vendor-Managed Inventory (VMI) Specialist

Join Quest Safety Products
, a fast-growing leader in safety supply distribution for life sciences, utilities, and other critical industries!

Within the VMI Specialist position, activities include product receiving, stocking, product disbursement, inventory delivery via company truck, and other basic inventory management activities. The role utilizes MS Excel, Epicor Prophet 21 (P21), and the Microsoft Office suite. Tools include desktop computers, laptops, and tablets. Customer interface communication skills and a basic understanding of site-specific performance metrics are required. This is a combination of material handling and inventory management, involving lifting and moving boxes of product (20‑50 lbs.)

for customer inventory restocking and inventory analysis.

On‑site at our customer facility in Lebanon, 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM, Monday through Friday, with 1‑3 hours overtime possible per week.

To be discussed in the interview with Human Resources. This is a full‑time/regular job opportunity (40 hours/week). Exact compensation may vary based on skills and experience.

• Follow well‑defined procedures as outlined by best practices, SOPs, and work instructions.
• Analyze, maintain, and reconcile various customer and Quest reports to ensure all requirements are met.
• Communicate with the supervisor regarding any customer issues or potential problems.
• Listen to customer concerns, effectively diffuse dissatisfaction, troubleshoot, and quickly identify a course of action.
• Collaborate effectively with a diverse cross‑functional team.
• Make on‑site program replenishments and disbursements.
• Perform stockroom duties to include receiving, put‑away, stock rotation, cycle counts, and other functions according to customer requirements.
• Deliver direct shipment orders to end users; perform deliveries as required.
• Provide activity reports and customer meeting notes to the leadership team as requested.

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record
• Ability to read, write, and speak English fluently
• High level of confidentiality with both the customer and Quest
• Effective communication skills and customer focus, including always maintaining a professional appearance
• Ability to reconcile various reports to ensure customer requirements are met
• Ability to use a computer and possess basic to intermediate skills in Microsoft Office (especially Excel)
• Strong desire to serve the customer, and the interpersonal skills to deal with various levels of personnel at the customer site

• Work independently at customer locations, in and around shipping/receiving docks, stock rooms, and storage locations
• Stand, walk, and/or sit alternatingly throughout the day
• Bend, stoop, lift, push, and pull daily; occasionally up to 60 lbs. with help
• Operation of various pallet jacks and dollies
• Also in an office environment with standard office equipment such as a personal computer/laptop and smartphone
• Ability to use material handling equipment such as push carts and pallet jacks
• Depending on the work area, personal protective equipment may be required, including coveralls, face masks, safety gloves, safety glasses, and protective footwear

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Vacation, sick time, and personal days
• Paid holidays
• Retirement plan with employer match up to 3%
• Positive work environment and company culture
• Job training and professional development

Quest Safety Products is a full-line distributor of safety and environmental abatement products and disposable protective apparel. We are a focused and driven team, committed to helping our customers protect their people, products, and facilities. Our team is committed to finding the best safety equipment on the market, educating safety professionals on the products they use, and reinforcing safety cultures with best‑practice solutions.

We are a Minority Business Enterprise and HUBZone‑certified business. We believe that diversity and inclusivity fuel innovation and bring out the best in co‑workers and the company. Quest is committed to maintaining a diverse and inclusive work environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status.