Vendor Marketing Finance Analyst

  • Full-time

Company Description

Winsupply is in the business of creating and enabling entrepreneurs to achieve their dreams through wholesale distribution. Winsupply is a group of over 670 locally-owned companies that operate across a variety of industries, including HVAC, Plumbing, Electrical and more. The purpose of the support services campus is to eliminate obstacles and provide support to help our entrepreneurs succeed. Support service employees assist entrepreneurs in achieving their dreams through finance, accounting, IT, and other back-office operations.

Job Description

Position Summary Winsupply Sourcing Services (WSS) operates ~2 million square feet of wholesale warehouse space and offers inventory and vendor management solutions to be the premier vendor partner for our customer base. Our customer base consists of aspiring entrepreneurs who own and operate wholesale distribution businesses, now over 680 nationwide. Therefore, this job provides the opportunity to have a direct impact on the success of small entrepreneurial companies across the United States, particularly those that rely on WSS to improve their inventory turnover. WSS transacts with vendors and customers nearly three-quarters of a million times in a given fiscal year. As a pivotal member of the team, you will lead the team of marketing Project Coordinators and Marketing Associates. You will lead partnerships with the team and Local Companies in managing projects, ensuring timelines are met, projects are assigned efficiently, and relationships are well maintained. This role requires a strategic thinker with excellent communication skills, a keen eye for detail, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced and collaborative

 

Accountabilities/Responsibilities

Financial Reporting and Analysis

  • Support the consolidation and reporting of marketing funds at Winsupply Inc. and the location level. Partner with Winsupply’s preferred partners on reporting.
  • Develop, maintain, and communicate marketing financial performance reports by vendor and program. o Support each location with financial support for marketing plans.
  • Analyze performance data, vendor investment, and campaign return-on-investment, while driving continuous improvement.
  • Prepare clear, concise financial reports and dashboards for internal stakeholders.

Compliance and process controls

  • Deep understanding of each structure for each co-op or marketing funding for each preferred vendor of Winsupply.
  • Lead support on spend compliance with vendor guidelines and contractual agreements.

 Business Partnering

  • Act as the finance support for national vendor programs on CO-OP and Marketing. Partner with national contacts to obtain reporting and track spend.
  •  Including accurate billing, funds collection, and allocation of funds.
  • Support the Local Companies, Vendor Relations, events, and marketing team with financial insight, and spend optimization.  
  • Partner with the vendors, accounting teams, and Information Technology to manage and report the status of co-op and marketing funds. Includes submitting and tracking the progress on CO-OP claims through vendor portals.

 Other Duties as Assigned.

Competencies for Success

  • Detail-oriented
  • Analytical/critical thinking; data analysis
  • Effective communication
  • Customer-focused and deadline-driven mindset

Qualifications

  • B.S. in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field. In lieu of a degree, relevant experience is considered.
  • CPA or CMA licensure is a plus; experience in the wholesale industry is a plus. Proficient with office technology/software.

Additional Information

Physical Demands

The physical demands here are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodations:

  • Sitting for extended periods of time
  • Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard, mouse
  • Extended work hours at month end and during year end

We are committed to inclusion, diversity, and equal employment opportunity, regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, gender, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, veteran status, or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

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