The Category Management Financial Coordinator serves as the central liaison between Category Managers (CMs), Buyers, Accounting, and external partners including suppliers and brokers. This role is responsible for managing financial processes related to repay requests, invoice approvals, vendor setup, credit reconciliation, and various billing functions. The coordinator ensures timely and accurate communication, documentation, and resolution of financial matters, allowing CMs to focus on strategic initiatives.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct thorough investigations and gather relevant documentation for repayment verification and information requests.
• Coordinate repayment requests, resolve unpaid invoices, and inform vendors and brokers of the outcomes.
• Verify and process vendor setup and modifications, ensuring effective communication of details to Contract Managers, Buyers, and brokers.
• Work with Accounting to establish vendor numbers and update MDM.
• Manage the billing process for vendor setup fees and ensure accurate maintenance of the vendor billing tracker.
• Approve Symphony invoices for Center Store CMs as needed.
• Investigate and address invoice discrepancies in collaboration with Category Managers, Brokers, and Vendors.
• Monitor surplus credit reports and collaborate with the accounting department and Credit Managers to reconcile outstanding balances.
• Coordinate quarterly review with Lowe’s regarding unresolved credit matters.
• Review short freight claims and validate with MTH.
• Assess MDI liability and address discrepancies in split receipts.
• Process Carlie C’s Reserve monthly and report any discrepancies.
  Authorize warehouse returns (MKPU); for substantial returns, seek approval from CMs.
• Create and share reports on shipper flags, reason codes, brand errors, and abbreviations.
• Collaborate with CMs and Assistants to resolve item categorization and data issues.
• Verify new items in One World Sync/Stibo system
• Ensure a thorough and up-to-date directory of supplier and broker partners is maintained. Distribute communications including announcements and updates.
• Track and process various credits, contracts, and billings while maintaining accurate records and communicating updates.
• Review cash discount and swell reports monthly, ensuring policy updates are communicated effectively.

Qualifications: 

•Associate or bachelor’s degree in business, finance, or related field preferred.
•2+ years in a financial coordination, accounting, or vendor management role.
•Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
•Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
•Proficient in Microsoft Excel and vendor portals.
•Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.
•Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.

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