Job Description

SUMMARY: Provides assurance of accuracy on sales promotions in the trade promotion management system for a given territory. Maintains the Aging Report for the territory assigned at the level set forth by management. Assists the Accounting Department by performing Accounts Receivable functions such as, cash applications and collections. 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS – JOB DUTIES: THE FOLLOWING DUTIES ARE CONSIDERED ESSENTIAL TO THE JOB. QUALIFIED INDIVIDUALS MUST HAVE THE ABILITY - WITH OR WITHOUT REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION - TO PERFORM THE FOLLOWING DUTIES BUT NOT LIMITED TO: 

• Audit claims, clear legitimate deductions, submit for repays on invalid claims through broker, and follows up on any pertinent issues regarding trade promotion claims.  
• Communicate with brokers on various issues regarding claims and back up documentation.   
• Maintains an advanced level of knowledge on assigned territory (or territories), including the customers, the products, the volumes and the promotions, to be able to easily identify any errors and/or opportunities and to be able to offer advice on the subject.   
• Maintains advanced level of knowledge of the TPM system and NAV system.  
• Provides ongoing support by working on special assigned projects such as, post, audit research.  
• Participates monthly in the AR claims meeting. Provides additional support as required.

· Prepares cash application worksheets. Enters cash applications into the A/R system.  

• Places collection calls on past due invoices.

QUALIFICATIONS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE: Four (4) years degree or related job experience is required and training or equivalent combination of education and experience. Must have knowledge in Trade Promotion Management System and general knowledge of Accounts Receivable.  

LANGUAGE SKILLS: Ability to communicate in a clear and concise manner. Ability to read and interpret documents such as trade policies and procedures. Ability to communicate effectively.  

WRITING SKILLS: Ability to compose correspondence in a clear and concise manner. 

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS: Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, proportions, percentages and volume. Ability to apply accounting system processes and concepts and understand promotional accrual systems.   

REASONING ABILITY: Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to analyze trade promotions and deal with trade audit systems.  

COMPUTER SKILLS: To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of Excel Spreadsheet software in order to format, formula calculations, pivot tables. 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  

While performing the duties of this job the employee is required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear; the employee is frequently required to sit. The employee is occasionally required to stand and walk.  

WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.   

ABOUT US 

Since Nissin’s entry into the US in the 1970’s, our flagship brands, Cup Noodles and Top Ramen have held a fond place in US pop culture even before ramen became the trendy dish it is today. It started in post-World War II Japan amidst dire food shortages and inspired our founder, Momofuku Ando, to invent instant ramen in 1958. In order to continue this legacy of innovation, we’re looking for noodle lovers who have a passion to disregard the status quo, seek continuous growth and love being part of something special. 

· We want to cultivate a company culture that keeps people excited about our mission and thoroughly engaged. 

· Place the right people in the right positions and provide the resources to help them in their current positions while setting them up for success to grow into future roles. 

· Offer competitive pay and benefits since we want everyone to work to live (and not the other way around).We invite you to join in our mission to evolve how people think about instant ramen, expand its appeal and be a part of this $4 billion global company that was built from a simple block of noodles.  

Nissin Foods (USA) Co., Inc. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex including sexual orientation and gender identity, national origin, disability, protected Veteran Status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. 

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request an accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access our career center as a result of your disability. To request an accommodation, contact a Nissin Foods (USA) Co., Inc. Human Resources Representative.