Trade Account Specialist

ROLE SUMMARY
The Customer Account Specialist is the positive Pfizer face to Pfizers Trade customers which include wholesalers pharmacies and healthcare providers. This position supports the day-to-day Sales Order Management process for the following US businesses: Pfizer pharmaceuticals and
Oncology. This role works collaboratively with internal stakeholders to review and release all sales orders
in SAP proactively works with external buyers to maintain high service levels for Pfizers product line and works to quickly resolve any distribution related claims. Position handles incoming calls and request from customers which require the colleague to have a detailed understanding of Pfizers trade policies a strong working knowledge of Pfizers product line possess sound decision making and a have solid understanding
of financials around claims management. Position requires self-direction and the ability to apply complex business rules to achieve business objectives and compliance with internal controls.

ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES

This customer facing position provides dedicated support to Pfizers major Trade account base (primarily wholesalers and specialty pharmacies) which include the following responsibilities:

• Perform assigned customer service tasks to ensure the highest quality of operationalsupport for Pfizers major trade accounts.

• Collaboratively engage customers on order analysis forecast adjustment inventory levels and cycle time delays.

• Sales Order Management (SOM) transactional responsibilities include processingEDI orders process claims for shipping exceptions provide ordertracking through carriers and perform deduction research/reconciliation as necessary.

• Extensive use of the data warehouse and SAPs Business Objects application to review customer orders analyze operational trends and research customer reported issues.

• Customer Account Specialist works collaboratively with internal resources including the customer operational analysis team that have responsibility overseeing the order management process for all branded accounts.

• Participate in customer score carding processes and monthly operational alignment meetings (with buyers) which include possible customer site visits.

• Proactively interacts with Supply chain on high impact orders the warehouse (on shipping exceptions) as well as other internal stakeholders (deployment traffic acctmgmt etc) to quickly resolve potential customer facing issues.

• Closely work with customers (assigned buyers) to identify and communicate relevant market-related data and competitive intelligence to Pfizers supply chain and customer operations team as necessary.

• Research complex claims. Work collaboratively with customers deduction specialistand the credit department to resolve deductions which include DSA failure to supply shipping discrepancies pricing returns to name a few.

Maintains a detailed working knowledge of Pfizers trade policies SOPs and standard business processes and consistently applies that knowledge to daily operational tasks. Proactively workwith management to address exception situations.

Positively represent Pfizer by providing exceptional customer service to a wide range of external customers including consumers pharmaceutical buyers and medical professionals. Handles both internal and 800 calls as well as email correspondence in a professional and punctual manner. Communicates policy and has a strong working knowledge of Pfizers product line.

Team player to include:

• Excellent communicator. Provides operational assistance to customers and internalclients that support the attainment of business objectives.

• Assist both customers and CSR colleagues with escalated inquiries or problemsincreasing the ability to provide our customers with prompt resolution

• Support special projects as assigned including claims initiatives collection efforts and miscellaneous internal and external requests

• Successfully operate in a collaborative team environment ensuring individual/teammetrics & working to improve quality while maintaining respect for people.

Collaborate with management team to examine practices and procedures as part of a continuous business improvement effort.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• Applicant must have a bachelors degree with 0 years of experience; OR a high school diploma (or equivalent) and 4 years of relevant experience in call center functions understanding of debits/credits deduction resolution and/or order processing.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with demonstrated telephone skills.

• Strong interpersonal skills in a multi-team environment required

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office with a strong working knowledge of Excel.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience in SAP ERP Sales Order Management

  Experience working in pharmaceutical industry

• Account management experience

OTHER JOB DETAILS:

• Last Date to Apply for Job: October 10th

• Work Location Assignment:Memphis GFS Site (Hybrid)

The salary for this position ranges from $21.82 to $36.36 per addition this position offers eligibility for overtime weekend holiday and other pay premiums depending on the work schedule and the Companys policies. We offer comprehensive and generous benefits and programs to help our colleagues lead healthy lives and to support each of lifes moments. Benefits offered include a 401(k) plan with Pfizer Matching Contributions and an additional Pfizer Retirement Savings Contribution paid vacation holiday and personal days paid caregiver/parental and medical leave and health benefits to include medical prescription drug dental and vision coverage. Learn more at Pfizer Candidate Site U.S. Benefits (). Pfizer compensation structures and benefit packages are aligned based on the location of hire. The United States salary range provided applies only to the United States - Tennessee - Memphis location.

Relocation assistance may be available based on business needs and/or eligibility.

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