Job Description
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Primary Purpose:
The Accounts Payable Vendor Contact Specialist is responsible for addressing vendor inquiries, in a timely and professional manner. The role acts as the primary liaison between assigned vendors and applicable Accounts Payable (AP) and field personnel.
What You'll Do:
Provides customer service to vendors with regards to past due invoices, in a timely manner
Resolves vendor disputed deductions, by providing copies of debit memos when requested
Follows up with appropriate buyer/branch, when a vendor is requesting a payback
Handles vendor payment inquiries, when a payment has not yet been received
Advises management in a prompt and timely manner of any vendors issues or questions that could lead to escalation (i.e. credit hold, terms request)
Completes vendor maintenance requests (setup, address or name change) when requested from vendor, AP supervisor, or AP imaging team
Responsible for handling and reviewing merchandise credit memos issued by vendor to determine if they are valid for deduction
Reviews vendor statement to ensure all invoices have been received and processed for payment
Responsible for requesting copies of missing invoices, and documentation for miscellaneous items on the statement
Lead special account handling, including cost support processing, vendor rebates, wire transfers, check requests, prepayment anddebit balances
Responsible for tracking all vendor inquiries via a monthly/spreadsheet as status reports are due to supervisor at the end of each month
Performs filing duties and other related duties as required or requested
What You'll Need:
High school diploma or GED required
1-3 years Accounts Payable experience
SAP experience preferred
Strong MS excel experience with strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Excellent time management and prioritization skills in a high pressure environment
Ability to communicate efficiently with all levels of people, both internal and external, under critical and highly charged conditions
Highly adaptable andinquisitive with strong interpersonal skills
Where You'll Work:
This is a hybrid role that will report out of our Dublin, OH location
Univar Solutions is a leading, global distributor of chemicals and ingredients essential to the safety, health, and wellbeing of our daily lives from life-saving medicines and vitamins to hand sanitizers and industrial materials used for cleaning, construction, and more. Our global team of more than 10,000 employees support our vision to redefine distribution and be the most valued chemical and ingredient distributor on the planet!
We offer a Total Rewards package that includes market aligned pay and incentives as well as a diverse benefits offering to support our employees' physical, emotional, and financial wellbeing.
Univar Solutions supports sustainable solutions for the world around us so that we can do our part to help keep our communities healthy, fed, clean, and safe!
We are committed to a diverse workforce and a culture of inclusion. Together, we are building a culture that acknowledges the unique experiences, perspectives and expertise of individuals and provides the development and growth opportunities to empower us to redefine our industry.
Univar Solutions is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against based on their race, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected classification.
Univar Solutions does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or staffing firms (collectively Recruiting Firms). Recruiting Firms must enter into a Master Services Agreement (MSA) with Univar Solutions prior to submitting any information relating to a potential candidate. All searches must be initiated by Univar Solutions' Talent Acquisition team and candidates must be submitted via Applicant Tracking System (ATS) by approved vendors who have been expressly requested to make a submission for a specific job opening. No placement fees will be paid to any firm unless the aforementioned conditions have been met. Contacting our hiring managers directly is prohibited.
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Univar is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All aspects of consideration for employment and employment with the Company are governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other category protected by federal, state, or local law.
