Vendor Deductions Coordinator, LATAM at Solutions 2 GO

About Us

Are you ready to move distribution forward?

Solutions 2 GO is a premier global distributor of video game products. With operations reaching 19 countries in North, Central and South America, and partnerships that further extend to Europe, Africa, Australia and Asia, Solutions 2 GO represents all publishers in the Canadian market, offers coast-to-coast distribution in the USA and is the exclusive distribution partner for Sony PlayStation in Latin America. Our leadership, processes and partnerships have earned us a reputation as the premier provider of flexible, dynamic distribution solutions for publishers, manufacturers and retailers around the world.

We are a remarkable team that delivers remarkable results. Our people help move Solutions 2 GO forward every day, through a shared commitment across every facet of our business. At Solutions 2 GO, we are moving distribution forward. If you are an achiever who is relentless in ensuring that we achieve business results and create a great company culture while doing it, then we’re looking for you!

Scope:

This role is responsible for coordinating pass through funding between vendors and customers through the organization as well as deductions taken by customers upon payment.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Point of contact for Market Development Funds (MDF), COOP Allowances (COOP), Back end rebates (BER) and Price Protection (PP) activities.
• Maintain efficient systems for tracking:

o retail activities

o vendor and customer transactions

o vendor funding and internal sales accruals

o manage & maintain the Activity Tracker with most current information and activity support

• Maintain knowledge of vendor and customer specific accounting requirements i.e. applicable taxes, credit and debit practices etc.
• Create price protection & BER announcements and communicate to internal and external partners.
• Collect, organize and verify all customer submissions for price protection & BER’s and ensure submission is complete.
• Maintain ‘In Transit’ log for price protection claims to reconcile future discrepancies.
• Review of receivables statements as provided by A/R and reconcile applicable retail deductions.
• Ensure vendor deductions are submitted correctly and on time.
• Obtain vendor approvals for undocumented retail activities and deductions.
• Issue vendor debits and submit with required backup for retail activities.
• Issue customer credits for approved activities.
• Dispute deductions erroneously taken by customers.
• Other ad-hoc tasks as required

Skills & Qualifications:

• Post-secondary degree in Business or Finance
• Spanish language ability preferred (comfortable understanding and basic communication; not required to be native/fluent)
• 3–5 years’ finance/accounting background, including Accounts Receivable experience
• Familiarity with large retail accounts and customer portals is an asset
• Strong communication skills (both verbal and written), with the ability to sort through ambiguity and promptly resolve deduction-related issues
• Ability to multitask, prioritize, and organize tasks to meet deadlines
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to work well independently and as part of a team
• Flexibility to adapt to change in a fast-paced environment
• Advanced computer skills with proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook
• Experience with Microsoft Dynamics Great Plains is an asset
• Ability to represent the Company with integrity and professionalism at all times, even under pressure
• Ability to maintain confidentiality with sensitive information
• Effective coordination skills when working with internal and external contacts, both local and off-site

The successful candidate will receive a conditional offer, contingent upon the successful completion of a background check conducted by our contracted third-party vendor. The specific clearance requirements vary by position and may include one or more of the following: criminal background check, credit check, employment verification, education verification, and driver’s abstract review. If you have any questions along the way, please do not hesitate to ask.

Solutions 2 GO Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

For more information on Solutions 2 GO Inc., please visit our website at: www.solutions2go.ca