This job performs a broad range of duties in support of the cash disbursements process to include: invoice processing and vendor problem resolution. Associate will work closely with internal stakeholders within S&F, commercial operations, Mars Global Services, manufacturing sites and our third party invoice processor, Genpact, to ensure our suppliers are paid in a timely manner.  This includes, but is not limited to, working on activities that include vendor inquiries, and account reconciliations, and discrepancy resolution by maintaining good relationships with vendors and internal company customers.

What are we looking for?

• Bachelors' degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Project Management or relevant technical discipline
• Working experience with MRP systems & Invoice Resolution
• Working experience in SQL.
• Experience with Alteryx is preferred.
• Good interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
• 2-4 years of experience in a variety of Supply Chain and Customer Care roles

What will be your key responsibilities?

• Research invoices in Cora to determine correct course of action to resolve issues in a timely manner. 

• Support accounts payable function through efficient and accurate processing of invoices per the company Best Practice guidelines 

• Responsible for tracking all invoice errors that allows for root cause and corrective action. Work closely with commercial operations, site, SAP FE, and vendors to drive continuous improvement and reduction in days payable.  

• Support the development and documentation of company processes and procedures. 

What can you expect from Mars?

• Work with over 130,000 like-minded and talented Associates, all guided by The Five Principles.
• Join a purpose driven company, where we’re striving to build the world we want tomorrow, today.
• Best-in-class learning and development support from day one, including access to our in-house Mars University.
• An industry competitive salary and benefits package, including company bonus.

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About Mars:
Mars is a family-owned business with more than $35 billion in global sales. We produce some of the world’s best-loved brands: M&M’s®, SNICKERS®, TWIX®, MILKY WAY®, DOVE®, PEDIGREE®, ROYAL CANIN®, WHISKAS®, EXTRA®, ORBIT®, 5â„¢, SKITTLES®, BEN’S ORIGINAL® and COCOAVIA®. Alongside our consumer brands, we proudly take care of half of the world’s pets through our nutrition, health and services businesses such as Banfield Pet Hospitalsâ„¢, BluePearl®, Linnaeus, AniCura, VCAâ„¢ and Pet Partnersâ„¢. Headquartered in McLean, VA, Mars operates in more than 80 countries. The Mars Five Principles – Quality, Responsibility, Mutuality, Efficiency and Freedom – inspire our 130,000 Associates into taking action every day towards creating the world we want tomorrow.

Disclaimer:
Mars is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you need assistance or an accommodation during the application process because of a disability, it is available upon request. The company is pleased to provide such assistance, and no applicant will be penalized as a result of such a request.​​​​​​​

Note to Search Firms/Agencies:
Mars, Incorporated and its subsidiaries and affiliates (Mars) do not compensate search firms for unsolicited assistance unless they have a written search agreement with Mars and the requisition is position-specific.  Any resumes, curriculum vitae, and other unsolicited assistance from search firms that do not have a written search agreement or position-specific requisition submitted to any Associate of Mars will be deemed the sole property of Mars and no fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by Mars.