Responsibilities:

• Take charge of projects and assign cross-functional responsibilities by team, ensuring alignment with targeted go-live dates for new vendors and/or new stores.

• Oversee the entire project lifecycle from inception to successful implementation.

• Work closely with vendors to gather necessary information required for setup across various departments and systems, including Accounting, Merchandising, and IT (EDI).

• Ensure seamless integration and alignment with organizational requirements.

• Ensure that new vendors are fully set up for ordering, invoicing, and item assortment.

• Coordinate with internal teams to facilitate the setup process and address any issues or discrepancies that may arise.

• Collect, review, and submit all required internal forms and documentation for processing across systems.

• Maintain accurate records and ensure compliance with company policies and procedures throughout the setup process.

Additional Skills & Qualifications:

• Proficiency in extracting and analyzing data, identifying trends, and comparing patterns to execute strategic decision-making. Ability to interpret complex data sets and derive actionable insights.

• Meticulous attention to detail to ensure accuracy and precision in all tasks and processes, particularly in data analysis and documentation.

• Familiarity with Distribution Channels: Understanding of Direct Store Delivery (DSD), wholesale, and Consolidated Distribution Channel (CDC), including their operational dynamics and requirements.

• Strong Excel skills, including knowledge of advanced formulas, pivot tables, and macros, to effectively manage and manipulate large datasets for analysis and reporting purposes.

• Excellent organizational skills and time management abilities to prioritize tasks, manage deadlines, and handle multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.

• Strong verbal and written communication skills to effectively collaborate with internal teams, external vendors, and stakeholders, conveying complex information clearly and concisely.

• Ability to thrive in a dynamic environment, demonstrating flexibility and adaptability to evolving priorities and changing circumstances.

Experience Level:

Intermediate Level

About Aston Carter:

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Aston Carter, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:

• Hiring diverse talent

• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection

• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes

• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com (%20astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com) for other accommodation options.