Vendor Relations Clerk I

• Addresses day-to-day issues related to the Vendor contracts, and works with internal partners to resolve issues in a timely manner.
• Assist Manager in any internal oversight or external regulatory audits.
• Ensures Vendors are meeting contractual obligations.
• Assist as necessary with the on-boarding process of all new vendors.
• Reviews and analyzes processes and procedures to identify needs and provide recommendations with high emphasis on continuous improvement.
• Runs analysis on vendors and departmental performance. Examines, draws conclusions, and provides recommend actions.
• Interacts externally to resolve issues effecting operations. This includes, but is not limited to vendors, and other outsourced companies.
• Codes payable invoices with correct general ledger codes to ensure proper entry into computer.
• Records all incoming issues, reconciling and settling all AP inquiries such as vendor statements, negotiating payment terms, and following up with vendors to ensure deadlines are met.
• Assists with developing and implementing process improvement solutions related to vendor processes and works with operating areas to implement.
• Resolves issues with individual invoices to allow the invoices to be approved for payment

• High School Diploma or G.E.D, and at least one year of previous experience.
• Associate's Degree or equivalent experience, and at least one year of previous experience.

Demonstrates expertise in vendor management, including contract compliance, issue resolution, and process improvement. Proficient in accounts payable processes and financial reconciliation to ensure timely vendor payments.

• Vendor Management
• Contract Compliance
• Process Improvement
• Accounts Payable
• Issue Resolution

• Invoice Coding
• General Ledger Coding
• Data Analysis
• Performance Analysis
• Process Review

• Communication
• Problem-Solving
• Collaboration

• High School Diploma
• G.E.D.
• Associate's Degree

• Vendor Contracts
• Regulatory Audits
• Continuous Improvement
• Operational Issues
• Payment Terms Negotiation