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OVERVIEW:

Finance at DICK'S Sporting Goods - we're more than just a team of people behind excel spreadsheets. We are fiduciaries driving financial excellence for our teammates, athletes and shareholders. We are trusted business partners guiding decisions & strategy, delivering meaningful business insights, and leading with innovative ideas.

Here at DICK'S, we're building a diverse Finance culture that differentiates us as a career destination that will consistently challenge and reward. On our team, you'll focus on relentless improvement and innovation to support our growing business. Learn more about #DSGFinance here: https://bit.ly/3nnLkvG

Manage a portfolio of strategic vendor accounts focusing on identifying, investigating, and resolving discrepancies in financial transactions, inventory records, or other critical data. This role requires a high level of attention to detail, strong analytical and problem-solving skills, and system agility. Effective negotiation skills are essential for resolution efforts. Building strong partnerships and collaborating effectively with various stakeholders are crucial for success in this role.

Data Analysis and Investigation:

• Conduct comprehensive review and analysis of data to identify shipping and receiving discrepancies and inconsistencies of strategic vendor accounts.

• Determine the root cause of discrepancies.

• Navigate various internal systems and freight carrier sites to obtain necessary documentation.

Resolution and Negotiation:

• Communicate effectively with stakeholders (Logistics, AP, Distribution Centers, Buyers) to ensure accuracy and integrity in findings.

• Prepare settlement offers based on historical trends and the quality of investigative findings.

• Negotiate directly with vendors to resolve disputes.

Inventory Integrity:

• Collaborate with Inventory Control, Stores and Loss Prevention as needed to correct inventory out of balances.

• Ensure compliance with financial policies and procedures for all adjustments.

Reporting:

• Maintain accurate records of all discrepancies and resolutions.

• Prepare summary reports of vendor balances, findings and resolutions from investigations.

• Track and present monthly KPI's to management, highlighting significant issues or trends.

Training/Support/Process Improvement:

• Assist in training new Vendor Correspondences team members on key systems.

• Continuously review process to identify opportunities for enhancements and improvements.

• Support leadership and team members with special projects to meet business needs.

• Assist with cyclical physical inventories to ensure accurate and timely results.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, Supply Chain

• 1 - 3 Years experience in Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Supply Chain

• SharePoint knowledge

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