Proven track record in enhancing receivables collection and vendor relations at Staples Canada ULC, showcasing exceptional relationship building and accounts reconciliation skills. Achieved 100% compliance in signage coordination, demonstrating unparalleled organizational abilities and effective communication. Renowned for driving efficiency and fostering teamwork across departments.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Tech Service Account Receivable Coordinator
Staples Canada ULC
08.2014 - 05.2024
Collaborated with vendors/suppliers to resolve billing disputes, preserving relationships.
Developed strong rapport with vendors and sales teams, fostering goodwill that facilitated more effective collections efforts.
Minimized instances of late payments by providing consistent follow-up reminders to clients approaching due dates.
Maintained accurate records of all financial transactions, ensuring compliance with company policies and procedures.
Expedited invoice processing by accurately assigning appropriate codes for efficient tracking and reporting purposes.
Facilitated interdepartmental communication regarding account status, ensuring prompt resolution of any issues affecting receivables collection.
Generate monthly vendor reconciliation reports
Process Vendor cheque payments
Signage Coordinator
Staples ULC
02.2014 - 06.2014
Research and investigate information gathered via a survey completed by an install team at Staples stores
Survey the stores for signage deficiences including Midstock banners so stores are "ready" for the Back to School season
Input update on store and signage characteristics int GFX system
Communicate with store managers with regard to emails and queries on signage deficiencies
Received 100% compliance from all Staples Canada stores on the store survey
Senior Line Review Consultant
Canadian Tire Corporation, Ltd.
05.2006 - 02.2013
Work with the Category Business Managers and other cross-functional teams to create retail-ready, easy-to-execute Deal Letters that meet the highest quality standards. The Deal Letter is an ordering tool used by the Canadian Tire Associate Dealers for a specific group of product assortments for the following year/season.
Identified areas of improvement, implementing targeted solutions to increase productivity.
Conduct "Pre-Doc" meetings with the Category Managers and the Category Specialists to review the process and set expectations to generate high quality Deal Letters for the Dealers.
Work with the Training Team to ensure the stakeholders understand the important requirements that are expect from them to produce high quality and easy to execute for the Associate Dealers
Marketing Pricing Specialist
Canadian Tire Corporation Ltd.
05.1998 - 04.2006
Review Vendor Offerings and provide the "landed costs" of the products in order to support the Category Manager's purchasing decision
Create and analyse pricing simulations and identify variances or fluctuations, and make recommendations to the Category Manager
Review, verify and provide approval on retail pricing information on weekly flyers and seasonal catalogues
Attend vendor meetings and visit vendor facilities with the Category Team as required
Act as a liason between the AP team and the vendor to resolve invoicing descrepancies
Maintaine all vendor offering files for audit purposes
Education
No Degree - Psychology
York University
Toronto, None
Skills
Relationship Building
Data Entry
Work Planning and Prioritization
Customer Service
MS Office
Recordkeeping
Meeting Coordination
Accounts reconciliation
Teamwork and Collaboration
Effective Communication
Organizational Skills
Phone and Email Etiquette
Multitasking and Organization
Time management abilities
Reliability
Excellent Communication
Languages
English
Professional Working
Timeline
Tech Service Account Receivable Coordinator
Staples Canada ULC
08.2014 - 05.2024
Signage Coordinator
Staples ULC
02.2014 - 06.2014
Senior Line Review Consultant
Canadian Tire Corporation, Ltd.
05.2006 - 02.2013
Marketing Pricing Specialist
Canadian Tire Corporation Ltd.
05.1998 - 04.2006
No Degree - Psychology
York University
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