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The Kendall Group Claims Pricing Administrator in Portage, Michigan
Position: Claims & Pricing Administrator
Location: Portage, MI
Job Id: 1696
of Openings: 1
Claims & Pricing Administrator
About The Kendall Group
The Kendall Group seeks a talented, creative, self-motivated individual for our Claims & Pricing Administrator position. The Kendall Group is comprised of seven divisions with 75+ locations in eleven states. Combined, we serve the Electrical, Automation, Pipe, Valve, and Fittings products, Steam, Lighting, Industrial Controls, and Instrumentation Industries. The Kendall Group is a 100% employee-owned company. Kendall offers a great opportunity for a rewarding career.
Why The Kendall Group?
Our employee ownership model is the core of who we are. You will not only own part of the company, but you will own your future. At Kendall, you'll have opportunities to learn and grow while being coached and mentored along the way. We're that company where people stay! We're proud to say that more than 60% of our associates have more than 5 years of tenure, and more than 40% have greater than 10 years. At Kendall, you will be valued and supported, your ideas will be heard, your voice will matter, and you'll work alongside incredible people who care about your success.
Role Summary: Reporting to the Purchasing and Pricing Manager, the Claims & Pricing Administrator is responsible for processing rebate claims, reconciling payments and working with vendors to perform pricing audits. The Claims & Pricing Administrator will work with internal customers at all levels within Leadership, Sales and Operations to ensure precise documentation and reporting of pricing contracts.
Exciting work you will do:
The essential duties and responsibilities of the Claims & Pricing Administrator position will consist of, but are not limited to, the following:
Process ship from stock and credit claims with vendors
Reconcile claims and ensure proper payments from vendors
Document and track progress on vendor claims
Load vendor pricing agreements in ERP
Audit sales orders and purchase orders to confirm accurate data in ERP
Process and document customer and vendor incentive rebates
Coordinate audits of vendor contracts
Prepare sales reporting and conduct analysis on rebate claims
Train and assist sales staff on proper use of pricing contracts
Other duties as assigned
Competencies you possess: Service Excellence
Results, Action Oriented
Accountability and Responsibility
Teamwork and collaboration
Problem Solving
Strategic Ability
Self-starter, self-motivation
What you'll need: Experience: 3 years' experience in distribution industry; 2 years' experience processing orders or advanced utilization of ERP systems
Education: High school diploma or GED
Analytics/Computer Skills: Ability to use standard office equipment, proficient with Microsoft Office products, intermediate Excel skills; strong analytical skills
Organization Skills: Highly organized and detail-oriented; ability to multi-task and shift priorities as needed; ability to work in fast-paced, continuously evolving, and at times ambiguous environment; ability to prioritize, document processes and track progress
Cross-functional skills: Self-motivated; ability to understand reporting and make quality decisions independently
Communication Skills: Strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to communicate well with all levels of the organization
Physical, Mental and Visual Skills: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform t