Vendor Relations Advisor

Dick's Sporting Goods; Smithton (Westmoreland County); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

DICK'S Sporting Goods is seeking a Vendor Relations Advisor to collaborate with QC and QA, ensuring vendor compliance and accurate data in the compliance program. The role includes reviewing issues with DC Operations, supporting corrective actions, and engaging with corporate teams.

This is a first shift position, Monday to Friday, 7:00a–3:30p. The candidate will train internal staff on systems, review entries for accuracy, maintain vendor status, and prepare reports related to Vendor

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree
• 1–3 years of experience
• Critical thinking and reading comprehension
• Self-motivated with minimal supervision
• Ability to work in a team
• Must be able to travel

Responsibilities

• Provide system training to internal team, as well as to building staff.
• Review Compliance entries to ensure data accuracy and all required documentation is attached.
• Provide feedback to DC Operations on entry discrepancies QA.
• Maintains vendor status and purchase order flags in system for Vendor Certification program.
• Supports QA processing area related to exceptions to Floor Ready standards.
• Prepares and processes reporting for Vendor Certification charges.
• Responsible for uploading files and resolving any upload errors.
• Corresponds with Corporate Vendor Relations and Merchants on retail pricing and UPC discrepancies.
• Escalates critical issues to DC and Corporate.
• Reports and maintains weekly DC accuracy reports as needed.
• Investigates accuracy issues to provide details to Operations Team DC Operations.
• Participates in operations meetings to provide Vendor Relations information.
• Assist with education and training programs.

Skills

Critical thinking

Teamwork

Self-motivation

Reading comprehension

Willingness to travel

Education

Associate's Degree

Tools

PKMS

EDI

PMMS/JDA

TMS

Job description

At DICK'S Sporting Goods, we believe in how positively sports can change lives. On our team, everyone plays a critical role in creating confidence and excitement by personally equipping all athletes to achieve their dreams. We are committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workforce, reflecting the communities we serve.

OVERVIEW:

The Vendor Relations Advisor is responsible for working with both the QC and QA departments. All vendor compliance identified at the DC and entered into the compliance program is reviewed and approved by the adviser. The Advisor needs to also be available to review with DC Operations any accuracy error identified through the internal audit program. This individual will also be responsible for interacting with various departments at the corporate level to follow up on vendor issues identified in order to support corrective actions. This position follows 1st shift: Monday - Friday 7:00a - 3:30p

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide system training to internal team, as well as to building

• Review Compliance entries to ensure data accuracy and all required documentation is attached

• Provide feedback to DC Operations on entry discrepancies QA

• Maintains vendor status and purchase order flags in system for Vendor Certification program

• Supports QA processing area relat ed to exceptions to Floor Ready standards

• Prepares and processes reporting for Vendor Certification charges

• Responsible for uploading files and resolving any upload errors

• Corresponds with Corporate Vendor Relations and Merchants on retail pricing and UPC discrepancies

• Escalates critical issues to DC and Corporate

• Reports and maintains weekly DC accuracy reports as needed

• Investigates accuracy issues to provide details to Operations Team DC Operations

• Participates in operations meetings to provide Vendor Relations information

• Assist with education and training programs

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Associate's Degree

• 1-3 years of experience

• Exhibit critical thinking ability and reading comprehension skills

• Self-motivated with minimal supervision required

• Ability to work in a team environment

• Working knowledge of supply chain systems (PKMS, EDI, PMMS/JDA, TMS preferred)

• Self-motivated with minimal supervision required

• Strong knowledge of warehouse procedures

• Must be able to travel

VIRTUAL REQUIREMENTS:

At DICK'S, we thrive on innovation and authenticity. That said, to protect the integrity and security of our hiring process, we ask that candidates do not use AI tools (like ChatGPT or others) during interviews or assessments.

To ensure a smooth and secure experience, please note the following:

• Cameras must be on during all virtual interviews.

• AI tools are not permitted to be used by the candidate during any part of the interview process.

• Offers are contingent upon a satisfactory background check which may include ID verification.

If you have any questions or need accommodations, we're here to help. Thanks for helping us keep the process fair and secure for everyone!