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Vendor Services | Hybrid in Brampton, Ontario, Canada | Full Time

Job Description

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. 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 will act as a primary point of contact at S2G for selected Vendors and will be responsible for all aspects of inventory management, vendor services and communication across all S2G business units. In addition, this role will provide support for various administrative functions including but not limited to maintaining system data integrity and ad-hoc reporting.

Duties & Responsibilities:

Inventory Management

  • Regular analysis of S2G inventory across companies to maintain weeks on hand targets.
  • Review sales forecasts/plans and sales trends to ensure correct levels of inventory are purchased.
  • Question and challenge Vendor/Sales on unrealistic inventory asks and elevate as necessary.
  • Work with vendor partners to address and clear out inventory issues as they arise.
  • Advise senior Vendor Services team of issues that need escalation.
  • Ensure all components needed for retail sale of any bulk purchased products are available in matching quantities and timelines.
  • Coordinate/authorize payments (CIA or otherwise) where applicable to ensure timely product flow.
  • Communicate special buy opportunities to senior Vendor Services team.
  • Prepare weekly purchase forecasts for S2G AP review.
  • Regularly analyze S2G cost factors to ensure accurate costing within S2G systems.
  • Review vendor announced price protections to ensure item system costs are updated correctly for future sales and purchases.

Vendor Liaison

  • Work with Vendor and S2G admin team to maintain accurate and up to date vendor item database in S2G systems.
  • Ensure products are ordered and delivered to S2G in a timely manner to meet S2G and retailer needs.
  • Communicate to Vendor any S2G level issues with the potential to affect their business.
  • Ensure Vendor is billed accordingly for special projects outside of normal S2G service offering.
  • Ensure that Vendor expectations mirror S2G capabilities.
  • Attend Vendor sales meetings (online and/or in person) as needed.
  • Ensure Vendor staffing changes are communicated to the greater S2G team.
  • Collaborate with the reporting analyst to provide vendors with required reporting needs
  • Assist Vendor Services admin staff for new vendor onboarding

Sales and Operations Interaction

  • Communicate Vendor opportunities and challenges with senior S2G sales staff.
  • Ensure Vendor region-specific activities are communicated to senior Vendor Services team to maximize S2G opportunity.
  • Coordinate product delivery schedules with S2G Operations/Traffic/Sales in conjunction with S2G admin team to ensure optimal inbound and outbound flow of Vendor’s products.
  • Coordinate and communicate Vendor initiated special projects (rework, printing, bundling, displays, etc.)
  • Coordinate all inbound POP and GWP items with S2G Ops and CSR/Sales teams.
  • Work with Operations to determine feasibility of any Vendor special requests.
  • Communicate new vendor details with the sales teams.

Skills & Qualifications:

  • Diploma or Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration or a related field.
  • 4+ years of industry experience.
  • Proven experience dealing with suppliers/vendors and developing ongoing relationships.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Excellent math skills.
  • Expertise in Microsoft Excel, and proficiency with remaining Microsoft Office products.
  • Excellent overall PC skills.
  • Knowledge of Microsoft Dynamics Great Plains inventory system is an asset.
  • Excellent problem-solving skills.
  • Exceptional interpersonal skills, with a focus on client service.
  • Strong organizational skills with the ability to meet tight deadlines and handle stressful situations.
  • Ability to work as a team player as well as independently.
  • Represent the Company with a high level of integrity and professionalism at all times even while under pressure.

The successful candidate will receive a conditional offer which will be contingent upon a successful background clearance obtained through our contracted third-party vendor. The standard clearance requirements depend on the position and may include some or all of the following: criminal or credit clearance, 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 committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce. For individuals requiring accommodations or support throughout the recruitment process please contact the HR team.

For more information on Solutions 2 GO Inc., please visit About Us.