Cost/Pricing Associate at Gold Star Foods – Ontario, California

TITLE: Cost/Pricing Associate DIVISION: Bids

REPORTS TO: Director East – Bids & Contracts FLSA CLASSIFICATION: Non-Exempt/Hourly

Gold Star Foods is the leading food distributor to K-12 schools in the United States. We are a company devoted to providing our customers with incredible customer service. We know that it is our employees who make the difference! Join our team and find out what it is like to work somewhere where you enjoy getting up for work every day!

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

Under the direction of the Director East – Bids & Contracts, the Cost/Pricing Associate will manage all contract related functions to ensure timely and accurate processing of data.

POSITION OVERVIEW:

• Price/cost management including assurance of timely entry and maintenance of customer contracts.
• Process and manage customer price changes (i.e. market pricing, mfg list price changes, contract price increases, monthly Sodexo contract and ongoing customer contract additions).
• Conduct internal audits of customer/vendor contracts.
• Process Proof of Performance (rebate report) and low margin reports
• Preparation of RFP/Bid‘s.
• Work with CX Department to respond to customer questions or requests, including daily order substitutions.
• Work with purchasing department to ensure optimal purchasing methods and pricing.
• Create and maintain sustainable working relationships with internal and external customers.
• Assist in developing and streamlining contract/cost related procedures.
• General administration duties including emails, filing, etc.

REQUIRED SKILLS:

• Proficient in Microsoft Office, primarily excel.
• Communicating clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Strong ability to multi-task and excel under pressure.
• 10-key by touch.
• Detail oriented.
• Excellent time management and organizational skills.
• Accounting, Foodservice and/or Microsoft NAV experience a plus.

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION:

• High school diploma or equivalent.

OTHER DUTIES:

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Professional office environment, Primary office environment is ambient room temperatures, lighting and traditional office equipment as found in a typical office environment.  Individuals may need to sit or stand as needed. May require walking primarily on a level surface for periods throughout the day.  Reaching above shoulder heights, below the waist, or lifting as required to file documents or store materials throughout the workday.  Proper lifting techniques are required.  May include lifting to 25 pounds on occasion.

EOE M/W/Vet/Disabled

The above duties and responsibilities are essential job functions subject to reasonable accommodation. All job requirements listed indicate the minimum level of knowledge, skills and/or ability deemed necessary to perform the job proficiently. This job description is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements as the employee may be required to perform any other duties as assigned. In the event of an absence where the employee cannot perform these duties, the Manager will determine who shall perform these duties.

Affirmative Action Statement:

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer, and consider qualified applicants without regard to race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected factor under federal, state, or local law.