RO Strategy & Solutions Analyst

Cencora•Conshohocken, PA

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

This analyst is responsible for analyzing the existing business relationship with our large strategic accounts while maintaining customer compliance and ensuring manufacturer performance. Recommends and contributes to improve strategies in customer relations resulting in increased value for Cencora. Analyze Large Strategic Accounts; forecasts, sales vs. plan and purchasing trends, whether based on historical demand or new customer requirements to maximize Cencora Distribution Service Agreement (DSA) compliance. Builds and maintains relationships with Large Strategic Accounts, Suppliers and other functional areas in order to improve performance, buy side profitability, inventory productivity and overall team effectiveness. Develops new solutions to various tactical challenges strategic accounts face as it relates to procuring product and supplier and distribution center relations. Works with Large Strategic Accounts Manager on opportunities such as deals, rebates, allowances, new item purchases and promotional activities for suppliers and customers. Ability to resolve issues with guidance and oversight from manager. Ability to multi-task and perform varied functions in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment. Participates in strategic decisions to find solutions to increase profitability. Performs related duties as assigned.

Requirements

Requires broad training in fields such as business administration, accountancy, sales, marketing, computer sciences or similar vocations generally obtained through completion of a four year bachelor’s degree program or equivalent combination of experience and education.
Normally requires a minimum of one to three years directly related and progressively responsible experience.
Possesses and applies a broad knowledge of fundamental concepts, principles, practices and procedures in Procurement
Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing
Knowledge of ABC policies, programs & services and products
Ability to multi-task
Strong interpersonal skills
Strong negotiating skills
Strong analytical skills
Strong mathematical skills
Strong organizational skills; attention to detail
Ability to implement processes resulting in satisfactory audit practices
Strong computer skills in order to operate effectively with company systems and programs; knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook

Responsibilities

Analyze Large Strategic Accounts; forecasts, sales vs. plan and purchasing trends, whether based on historical demand or new customer requirements to maximize Cencora Distribution Service Agreement (DSA) compliance.
Builds and maintains relationships with Large Strategic Accounts, Suppliers and other functional areas in order to improve performance, buy side profitability, inventory productivity and overall team effectiveness.
Develops new solutions to various tactical challenges strategic accounts face as it relates to procuring product and supplier and distribution center relations.
Works with Large Strategic Accounts Manager on opportunities such as deals, rebates, allowances, new item purchases and promotional activities for suppliers and customers.
Ability to resolve issues with guidance and oversight from manager.
Ability to multi-task and perform varied functions in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
Participates in strategic decisions to find solutions to increase profitability.
Performs related duties as assigned.