What are the responsibilities and job description for the Supply Chain Operations and Accounts Specialist position at POSITIVE PROMOTIONS INC?
About Us
For more than 77 years, Positive Promotions has delivered solutions for promotional, educational, wellness, safety, recognition, and reward activities for businesses large and small. We are an industry leader serving schools, the healthcare market, community organizations, nonprofits, and corporate clients. Positive Promotions manufactures and distributes world-class products and sells both retail and wholesale to other nationwide distributors.
Founded on creativity and customer-centric principles, we specialize in offering an exceptional range of branded merchandise, recognition gifts, educational tools, and quality wearables. We take pride in our ability to simplify the selection and fulfillment process for our clients, becoming a one-stop shop for awareness, promotional and recognition campaigns.
At the heart of our success is a team dedicated to understanding and fulfilling our clients’ needs. We believe in the power of recognition, which is reflected in the products we offer and the services we render. Our team is a blend of creative, enthusiastic, confident, and customer-focused professionals working together to deliver excellence.
About the Role
We are looking for a detail-oriented and organized Supply Chain Operations and Accounts Specialist to join our Supply Chain team. This position will support our team with purchase orders, vendor invoices, accounts payable and receivable activities, data entry, and general supply chain operations. The ideal candidate is comfortable working with numbers, Excel, and business systems and enjoys solving problems and following up to get things done.
This is a great opportunity for someone looking to build a career in Supply Chain, Purchasing, Operations, or Finance.
Key Responsibilities
- Review and process vendor invoices and purchase orders.
- Match invoices to purchase orders and receiving information.
- Research and resolve pricing, quantity, and invoice discrepancies.
- Assist with accounts payable and accounts receivable activities.
- Maintain accurate vendor, purchase order, and item information.
- Communicate with vendors regarding invoices, purchase orders, payments, and discrepancies.
- Track open orders and follow up with vendors as needed.
- Assist with Excel reports, data entry, and supply chain reporting.
- Work with Supply Chain, Purchasing, Warehouse, Finance, and other internal teams.
- Help identify opportunities to improve processes and data accuracy.
- Perform Other Duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- 1 year of experience in accounts payable, accounts receivable, purchasing, supply chain, operations, or a related field.
- Relevant education, coursework, or an associate's or bachelor's degree may be considered in lieu of professional experience.
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Comfortable working with numbers and spreadsheets.
- Basic to intermediate Microsoft Excel skills.
- Strong communication and followup skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
- Willingness to learn and take on new responsibilities.
Preferred
- Experience with purchase orders and vendor invoices.
- Experience with an ERP, accounting, or inventory management system.
- Experience in supply chain, purchasing, logistics, manufacturing, or distribution.
- Experience with international vendors or imports is a plus.
What You'll Gain
This role provides hands-on experience across Supply Chain, Purchasing, Vendor Management, and Finance. It is an opportunity to develop valuable skills and grow within a dynamic Supply Chain organization.
We are an equal opportunity employer. We will consider applicants for this position without regard to any category protected by applicable federal, state, or local law, including but not limited to: race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, or uniformed servicemember status.
About POSITIVE PROMOTIONS INC
For more than 77 years, Positive Promotions has delivered solutions for promotional, educational, wellness, safety, recognition, and reward activities for businesses large and small. We are an industry leader serving schools, the healthcare market, community organizations, nonprofits, and corporate clients. Positive Promotions manufactures and distributes world-class products and sells both retail and wholesale to other nationwide distributors. At the heart of our success is a team dedicated to understanding and fulfilling our clients’ needs. We believe in the power of recognition, which is reflected in the products we offer and the services we render. Our team is a blend of creative, enthusiastic, confident, and customer-focused professionals working together to deliver excellence.Work Location: In person
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