Vendor Managed Inventory (VMI) Sales Representative .

More Like This Salary Not Available Position range in Kansas City, MO-KS Metropolitan Statistical Area $34k - $42k Per Year Vendor Managed Inventory (VMI) Sales Representative Applied Industrial Technologies, Inc

Occupation:

Door-to-Door Sales Workers, News and Street Vendors, and Related Workers

Location:

Kansas City, MO - 64116

Job Type:

Full Time (30 Hours or More)

Posted:

02/19/2026 Positions available: 1

Source:

Applied Industrial Technologies, Inc.

Web Site:

www.applied.com Job #:

JR102510

Job Requirements and Properties Help for Job Requirements and Properties. Opens a new window. Work Onsite Full Time Schedule Full Time Job Description Help for Job Description. Opens a new window. Vendor Managed Inventory (VMI) Sales Representative Engineered Sales, Inc. — A Subsidiary of Applied Industrial Technologies Engineered Sales, Inc. (ESI), a trusted leader in fluid power and industrial solutions, is seeking a highly motivated, career-minded Vendor Managed Inventory (VMI) Sales Representative to join our team. This role is ideal for someone who thrives on building relationships, delivering exceptional service, and growing business within a defined territory. About the

Role:

As a VMI Sales Representative, you will be the face of ESI at customer locations—managing inventory, identifying opportunities, and ensuring customers receive the products and support they need to keep their operations running smoothly. You'll work closely with Outside Sales to strengthen existing accounts and develop new ones, all while maintaining a consistent service schedule and delivering a best-in-class customer experience.

Key Responsibilities:

Customer Service & Relationship Management

• Build, strengthen, and maintain long-term customer relationships across your assigned territory.
• Serve as a trusted resource for customers, ensuring their inventory needs are met with accuracy and professionalism.
• Provide exceptional customer service during every visit and interaction. Inventory Management & Field Service
• Restock and maintain customer inventory levels at designated customer locations.
• Conduct scheduled site visits to monitor stock, assess needs, and ensure product availability.
• Review customer usage patterns and requirements to identify additional needs or opportunities. Sales Growth & Account Development
• Grow existing accounts by identifying product gaps, recommending solutions, and expanding product usage.
• Partner with Outside Sales to develop new accounts within your defined geography.
• Promote ESI's full range of products and services, with an emphasis on fluid power and industrial solutions.

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Qualifications:

Required

• Strong communication skills with the ability to build rapport quickly.
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple tasks effectively.
• Clean driving record and ability to travel within assigned territory.
• Ability to lift 70 pounds unassisted. Preferred
• Experience in the fluid power industry or familiarity with related industrial products.
• Prior experience (two years+) in field service, route sales, or inventory management. What We're Looking For We want someone who is:
• Self-driven and eager to build a long-term career.
• Comfortable working independently in the field.
• Skilled at spotting opportunities and turning them into results.
• Committed to delivering excellent service every day.

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