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THREADED FASTENERS INC
VMI Specialist
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What they do
An Inventory Associate monitors warehouse inventory and places orders with vendors for supplies. Conducts regular or occasional audits of inventory or sections of a warehouse.
$38,697 / year median in Georgia
+9% projected growth
Job Description
Position Summary:
VMI (Vendor Managed Inventory) is one of the most visible ways TFI delivers reliable service directly to our customers. The VMI Specialist plays a critical role in that effort, serving as Threaded Fasteners, Inc.'s on-site representative and ensuring inventory is managed effectively to support the customer's operational and project needs. This is a dedicated, full-time assignment at the customer's location in Griffin, GA. As TFI's on-site representative, you will play a critical role in the project's success by managing inventory, ensuring timely material replenishment, partnering closely with the customer's team, and delivering consistent service throughout the engagement. When the Specialist runs the site well, the customer never has to think about material. It is simply there-correct, available, and on time. That level of consistency, sustained over the life of a project, builds trust and turns a single assignment into a lasting customer partnership.Duties and Responsibilities:
Commit to TFI's Mission Statement and Core Values. Own on-site inventory for the assigned project- counts, bin and storage organization, stocking levels, and discrepancy resolution
- so the customer always has what the job requires Maintain accurate inventory records on-site and in the system; investigate and resolve discrepancies the same day they are identified, not after they compound Set and maintain organized, well-labeled storage so material is easy to find, easy to count, and never lost on-site Monitor usage patterns and adjust stocking levels proactively as project phases and demand shift Anticipate material needs and trigger replenishment before stock runs short Pick, verify, and stage replenishment orders accurately; catch errors on-site Coordinate replenishment timing with the branch, purchasing, and delivery so material arrives ahead of demand, not behind it Manage returns, overages, and damaged material cleanly, keeping records and inventory aligned Serve as the primary TFI point of contact on-site•professional, responsive, and trusted by the customer's team Coordinate with the customer's project leadership on schedules, priorities, upcoming phases, and material forecasts so TFI stays ahead of the need Resolve day-to-day material and service questions on-site; escalate larger issues early and with a recommended path forward Communicate proactively with the Operations Manager so TFI stays aligned to what the project requires Hold agreed service levels steady through volume spikes, phase changes, and staffing pressure Track and report on inventory accuracy, fill rate, and replenishment performance Identify recurring issues and drive root-cause fixes rather than repeating the same corrections Document site processes so coverage and continuity hold up when you are out Ensure any VMI vehicle assigned to the project is loaded correctly, maintained, and ready•accurate and efficient every day Run the jobsite VMI process end to end: staging, delivery to point of use, and put-away, with accuracy verified before hand-off Represent TFI professionally on every interaction•on time, accurate, and courteous Complete daily vehicle and equipment checks and report issues before they disrupt operations Keep on-site storage and staging areas organized, clean, and safe at all times Follow all TFI and customer job-site safety requirements without exception; identify and report hazards before they become incidents Flag issues early•inventory shortfalls, vehicle concerns, order discrepancies•before they reach the customer Participate in the continual development and improvement of our inventory management systems.