Job Information
United Electric Supply Co., Inc. Cost & Pricing Coordinator in New Castle, Delaware
Cost & Pricing Coordinator
Who We Are:
United Electric Supply Co. Inc. is a nationally recognized, 100% employee-owned company that is a large multi-regional supplier of electrical products and advanced services for the construction and industrial markets. United Electric offers a full range of electrical products and services with concentrations in industrial automation, building automation, lighting, wire/cable/conduit, distribution and control, data communications, electro-mechanical and energy solutions. With over 300 employees, United Electric is headquartered in New Castle, Delaware with locations throughout Delaware, Pennsylvania, Maryland, New Jersey, Virginia and New York.
Position Summary:
The Costing Assistant will play a key role in supporting the execution of all costing functions. This individual will ensure that costs are accurately recorded during their effective dates, and all eligible rebates are properly claimed and paid. The role requires close collaboration with team members to achieve department goals, while also contributing valuable feedback and suggestions to improve processes, increase accuracy, and enhance overall team efficiency.
Position Responsibilities:
Monitor and update all sources of cost changes and execute as needed to ensure costs are accurate and timely:
Vendor price files
Emails, trackers, and phone calls
Commodity cost updates per weekly meeting
Westway MAP adjustments
Weekly and daily Eclipse reports – new customer, new product, product status change, purchase price override, SPJ
Provide backup support for Vendor SPA contract file updates
Provide backup support for EDI queues – 844, 849, 845
Ensure all logs and records associated with cost changes by source listed above are maintained and securely stored
Enforces policies concerning requests for cost adjustments
Provide backup support for utility and vendor rebate claims processes and reconciliation. Provide backup support to ensure all costs associated with rebate programs are accurately loaded into Eclipse.
Provide backup support in performing vendor’s specific claim process, SPA contract maintenance, templates, and portals.
Be the backup point of contact for cost and rebate related issues; develop positive ongoing relationships with vendors
Ensures the efficiency and effectiveness of all costing functions by developing improved operating policies and procedures.
Act as data steward working to improve costing and product data accuracy for all items stocked at the company.
Proficient in the utilization of business systems to achieve department goals (ie Phocas, Excel, vendor portals, Eclipse)
Learn new reporting tools as necessary (eTerm, Excel, Phocas).
Works closely with all internal departments, combining individual efforts to better serve the customer
Performs other duties as obvious or assigned.
Commitment to Safety:
Adhere to all United Electric health, safety, and environmental policies.
Act in a safe and positive manner always, ensure that those around you do not put themselves or others at risk. Your personal safety is your responsibility.
Complete an accident/Incident report for any safety and/or health infractions that occur or are witnessed.
Support all United Electric health, safety, and environmental policies for all employees within your branch.
Qualifications:
Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Excel.
Strong interpersonal understanding and conflict resolution skills.
Excellent organizational & time management skills.
Professional phone manners and take-charge personality.
Ability to work efficiently to achieve goals and meet deadlines.
Minimum High School Diploma, Bachelor’s Degree preferred.
Compensation & Benefits:
Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
Disability Insurance and Life Insurance
401(K) and Stock Ownership
Paid Vacation and holidays
Educational Benefits
Wellness Programs
Work/Life Balance
Eligible for Bonus
We are an equal employment opportunity employer.