Supplier Relations Analyst

The Supplier Relations Analyst is responsible for tracking and collecting supplier rebates and allowances, ensuring all merchandise credits are accurately processed, and supporting supplier negotiations. This role serves as a dedicated liaison between suppliers and internal finance and supply chain teams to maximize rebate opportunities and enhance supplier relationships within USESI.

Key Responsibilities:

Supplier Rebates & Merchandise Credits

• Track and collect all supplier rebates and allowances, ensuring proper documentation and timely submission to finance.
• Identify and recover unprocessed or unclaimed merchandise credits to maximize cost savings.

Supplier Program Management & ENABLE System Administration

• Serve as initial point of contact for new supplier engagement and new program consideration
• Manage supplier rebate programs within ENABLE, including setup, updates, and renewals.
• Serve as an ENABLE system expert to support internal teams.
• Oversee regional supplier programs, negotiating and managing renewals for existing and potential new suppliers.

Non-Merchandise Program Negotiations

• Lead negotiations for non-merchandise supplier programs, including:
  • Fleet programs (e.g., Ford)
  • Office supplies (e.g., Staples)
  • Facility services (e.g., bottled water, Cintas, forklifts)
• Identify new opportunities to reduce costs and improve supplier efficiencies.

Data Analytics & Reporting

• Monitor and track rebate program performance, generating reports for supplier reviews, conversion analyses, and monthly supplier meetings.
• Manage Region Specific (RFG) program communication and follow-up with regional purchasing teams.

Project Support & Process Improvement

• Assist in supply chain efficiency projects that drive cost savings and operational improvements.
• Provide support to key team members on supplier relations tasks, allowing them to focus on core business functions.

Qualifications & Skills:

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Finance, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• 2+ years of experience in finance, procurement, supply chain, or data analysis-preferably within electrical distribution.
• Strong financial and analytical skills.
• Detail-oriented with excellent time management and organizational abilities.
• Personable and relationship-driven, capable of engaging with suppliers and internal stakeholders at all levels.
• Problem-solving mindset with a proactive approach to identifying cost-saving opportunities.
• Proficiency in IT systems with the ability to become an expert in rebate tracking tools (e.g., ENABLE).
• Experience negotiating supplier programs or managing rebates is a plus.
• Experience with Microsoft Office suite of products, in particular MS Excel and creating spreadsheets and analyzing data.
• Basic knowledge regarding Electrical Industry Suppliers and the products they sell is advantageous.

If you are an analytical, detail-driven professional with a passion for supplier relations and supply chain optimization, we encourage you to apply!

This is a remote role, but we strongly prefer candidates residing near and working from one of our USESI locations on the East Coast to facilitate collaboration with suppliers, internal teams, and leadership.

Apply today and become part of the USESI team!