Procurement AP Analyst

SHORT DESCRIPTION:

The Procurement AP Analyst serves as a primary problem solver/facilitator to the entire Procure to Pay process. This role will have a primary focus on resolution of VIM exceptions with a focus on continuous improvement of the procure to pay process.

COMPLETE DESCRIPTION:

This role will work with the continuous improvement team on PO improvements vendor communication vendor data improvements and with a focus on improving paid on time percentage ACH percentage and automation rates. Must have innate curiosity and detective type of mindset.

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Vendor Invoice Management Purchasing point of contact for resolution of Missing Mandatory information such as Purchase orders number Invalid Tax Codes Vendor Mismatch Invalid Vendor Company Code Mismatch etc. 50%

2. PO Closing/Improvements Review and close POs that have meet closure criteria. Review of vendor specific situations where PO rewrites can reduce exceptions and improve performance. 15%

3. Vendor Master Cleanup and Support work with Vendor Master department to enhance quality of vendor master data to avoid use of incorrect vendors by Procurement or vendor updates due to legal entity changes. 20%

4. GEP/Concur System Learn and perform back up functions in 2 key procurement systems. 15%

RELATIONSHIPS:

Key Internal: Corporate Procurement Accounts Payable Vendor Master Analyst All Business Units

Key External: Suppliers

LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS:

Required: Must maintain valid Florida drivers license.

Preferred: Certification in ASCM Supply Chain or AP Specialist Certifications

EDUCATION:

Required: Bachelors Degree

EXPERIENCE:

Required: 2 years work experience in Accounts Payable Help Desk or Exception Analyst Role.

Preferred: SAP Experience AP Entry Experience Procurement Buyer Experience

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES:

Required:

Advanced level of MS Excel.

Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Strong investigativeresearch abilities.

Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously.

Strong analytical skills

Ability to provide timely solutions to internal business customers requests supplier issues.

LEADERSHIP COMPETENCIES:

Champions Safety Health and the Environment

Takes Ownership and Acts with Integrity

Drives Business Excellence for Customers

Builds Collaborative Relationships

Cultivates Innovation and Embraces Change

Thinks Strategically and Exercises Sound Judgment