.Senior Special Order Associate - Remote in Jacksonville, FL page is loaded## Senior Special Order Associate - Remote in Jacksonville, FLlocations: Remote-FL-US: FL318 - Jacksonville FLtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted 2 Days Agojob requisition id: R26000693Must reside in the state(s) specified above. This position is only open to residents in the state(s) specified above.This role will have remote flexibility with an in office presence as needed.Candidates must be within a comfortable driving distance of a local facility to be considered.This role will be based out of the location below:Jacksonville, FL**- 9000 Southside Blvd, Jacksonville, Florida 32256****Job Summary**Research and source items for all special order requests in assigned product lines. Responsible for processing all return requests, and reconciling all invoice discrepancies for these items.**Major Tasks, Responsibilities, and Key Accountabilities*** Researches, sources and assigns margins on special orders by determining appropriate margin for non-catalog items under an assigned dollar amount that are in a specific product category. Completes the special order purchase process within specified timeframe.* Determines customer product needs, conducts price negotiations with both vendors and customers, and determines final customer price.* Maintains vendor pricing catalogs and vendor contact information, conduct vendor training as needed for call center staff, works with vendors to ensure all documentation is completed and calls vendors for order status and updates.* Reconciles accounts payable discrepancies by reviewing all invoice discrepancies on special order parts and providing payment instructions.* Responsible to process returns for customers and ensure systems are updated to reflect issues and resolution.* Follows up on unaccepted customer quotes with the intention to convert to a sale. Verifies quote information is current and accurate (i.e. PO numbers, payment terms, pricing and part numbers).* Ensures accuracy on all inbound and outbound information for assigned product categories. **Nature and Scope*** May modify processes to resolve situations.* Under limited supervision, relies on experience and exercises independent judgment to determine the best approach to achieve desired outcomes. Course of action is often determined by interpreting procedures and policies. Work typically involves periodic review of output by a supervisor or direct customers of the process.* Is sought out and/or assigned to provide general guidance/direction, training, and technical assistance to junior level support personnel. Contributes to employees' professional development but does not have hiring/firing authority. **Work Environment*** Located in a comfortable indoor area. Any unpleasant conditions would be infrequent and not objectionable.* Most of the time is spent sitting in a comfortable position and there is frequent opportunity to move about. On rare occasions there may be a need to move or lift light articles.* No travel required. **Education and Experience*** Technical certification or associate degree may be required in some areas. Generally 5-7 years of experience in a related area of responsibility.**Our Goals for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion**We are committed to creating a culture that promotes equity, respect, and advocacy for every HD Supply associate. We value the diversity of our people.**Equal Employment Opportunity**HD Supply is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.At HD Supply, we believe that our core purpose is to improve our associates’ lives and equip them with the tools needed to provide exceptional customer experiences every day. As one of the largest industrial distributors in North America, we enable our customers’ success by consistently delivering what they need, where and when they need it. has more than 80 years of experience supporting our customers with leadership positions in the maintenance, repair and operations (MRO). With 44 distribution centers spread across 25 states and two Canadian provinces, HD Supply provides an expansive offering of approximately 200,000 SKUs featuring high-quality, name-brand and proprietary products – all at competitive prices.Combine this with our industry-leading, value-add services – including localized jobsite delivery, will-call and direct-ship options, diversified logistics and innovative solutions – and you can see why our more than 300,000 customers continue to trust HD Supply as their first choice supplier for getting the job done.