Member Returns Analyst Position Available In Fulton, Georgia
Tallo's Job Summary: The Member Returns Analyst at UniPro Foodservice Inc provides crucial analytical support to Members and various departments within the organization. Responsibilities include investigating payment discrepancies, initiating corrections, and communicating with suppliers. This role requires a Bachelor's Degree or equivalent work experience in accounting research, strong analytical skills, and proficiency in Microsoft Excel. The position reports directly to the Member Returns Manager and involves internal and external contacts with various departments and approved suppliers.
Job Description
Member Returns Analyst Unipro Foodservice Inc And Subsidiaries 2500 Cumberland Pkwy SE Ste 600, Atlanta, GA 30339 ONLY
FULLY COMPLETED APPLICATIONS WILL BE REVIEWED SUMMARY
The Member Returns Analyst plays a key role in UniPro’s operations by providing analytical support to Members and other functional areas within the Co-op. The Member Returns Analyst actively offers research and analytical assistance to Members by ensuring income receipt accuracy, understanding income variances reported by UniPro, and addressing queries related to suppliers’ payments or deductions on Members’ bi-weekly statements. This support extends to Regional Vice Presidents, Category Management, and other management personnel seeking information on Member returns.
Essential Functions:
Investigate inquiries from Members regarding short payments, non-payments of show specials, specific promotions, or EDA/SPA programs, and collect from applicable suppliers after confirming eligibility of items purchased. Initiate corrections or adjustments to Member payments upon discovering incorrect payments. Review line-item accuracy of pending payments in “freeze-close” files and make necessary adjustments or communicate them to responsible personnel. Utilize the K-Box system to track and manage inquiries to ensure timely resolution. Conduct research on supplier-level variances as requested by Members, Regional Vice Presidents, or Regional Directors to identify factors affecting purchase and returns variances in Members’ “YTD Purchases and Returns” reports. Use accounts payables history provided by a new Member or the new Member’s “Market Basket” to initiate Supplier notification for missing payments due the new Member. Maintain invoice notes in various systems as needed based on issue resolution and communicate findings to applicable Rebate Analysts.
Supervision Given and Received:
Directly reports to the Member Returns Manager.
Internal/External Contacts:
Internal contacts include Category Management, Finance, Member Development and others in the Rebate Management Department. External contacts involve UniPro-approved suppliers and UniPro Members.
Other Functions:
Assist with special projects as needed.
Job Requirements & Qualifications:
A Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent work experience with a minimum of 2 years’ experience in accounting research. Prior experience in rebate management, financial analysis, or supplier relations preferred. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other data analysis tools. Strong analytical skills and attention to detail. Excellent communication, interpersonal and follow-up skills. Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment. AS/400 and Microsoft D365 experience is a plus. Must have proven organizational and follow-through skills, be results-oriented, and demonstrate excellent customer service skills.
