Manages supplier cost data, product and price files, and internal support requests related to cost issues. Investigates discrepancies, maintains data accuracy, expedites supplier responses during annual price increases, and supports cost analysts and cross-functional initiatives. The role requires strong Excel and Access skills, analytical problem-solving abilities, organization, communication, and the ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced corporate environment.
As the Associate Analyst - Cost, you will be responsible for managing internal commercial/corporate support requests for assigned suppliers. You will be responsible for supplier cost data file maintenance, and will be the primary point of contact for internal stakeholders on all cost related issues. You will expedite supplier responses during annual increase process to ensure timely receipt of files and deadlines met. You will support Analysts, and Senior Analysts.
Responsibilities:
- Primary contact for internal stakeholders support on all cost issues
- Loads and maintains product data, cost files and published price files
- Investigates cost discrepancies, expedites responses for department KPI management
- Supports Analyst, Cost Management as it relates to the department and cross functional initiatives
- Monitors and ensures data accuracy, integrity and consistency
- Loads supplier price increase files
Qualifications:
- Associates’ Degree required.
- Data maintenance and loading processes.
- Customer Service, especially in a fast paced, online environment.
- Corporate, head office experience for mid to large company.
- Strong computer skills, particularly Microsoft Excel and Access.
- Ability to interact and work with management and peers.
- Ability to set priorities with strong organizational skills.
- Strong analytical and problem solving skills.
- Ability to communicate clearly and concisely; both orally and in writing.
- High paced environment, meet deadlines.
- Must be able to multi-task.
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In addition, Wesco offers a benefits program for eligible employees, which may include paid time off, medical, dental, and vision coverage, and retirement savings plans. Additional details about benefits are available here.
This posting is for a current, active vacancy intended for immediate hire.
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