Vendor Master Specialist

UPMC • Pittsburgh, PA

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About The Position

The Vendor Master Specialist is responsible for validating all requests for vendor master additions, deletions, and updates to the vendor record. The Vendor Master Specialist is also responsible for performing the vendor data changes and ensuring that all necessary supporting documentation and approvals are stored electronically to the vendor record.

Requirements

• One of the following combinations of education and experience is required:
• Bachelor's degree in business, Finance, Supply Chain or related field
• Associate degree in Business, Finance, Supply Chain or related field and two years related work experience
• High School diploma and three years Accounts Payable experience Other Skills
• Must have strong organizational and communication skills.
• Courtesy in dealing with all customers is required.
• Must be able to provide clear, consistent direction and guidance regarding vendor master data, vendor due diligence, & vendor requirements (W9s/W8s, ACH information, 1099 status, etc.).
• Act 34

Nice To Haves

• Experience with Microsoft Office is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Validate all requests for vendor maintenance additions, deletions, and updates to the vendor master against established procedures.
• Verify that all documentation to support the vendor master change is complete.
• Update the vendor record in Procure to Pays ERP.
• Ensure that all required supporting documentation is attached to the record and stored electronically.
• Perform vendor master additions, deletions, and maintenance requests within defined service level expectations.
• Communicate progress/status of requests clearly
• Maintain quality of vendor master data by querying vendor master information, collecting missing data that is required, and by correcting data that is inconsistent with department standards
• Review and update business process documents and work instructions, annually, at a minimum
• Support the Disbursement or Vendor Analysts in determining the cause and resolution of issues
• Provide support during integration initiatives to ensure effective and efficient vendor master maintenance activities.
• Support 1099 and Business Associate reporting requirements
• Ensure delivery against department goals and objectives
• Respect and maintain the confidentiality of all patient, physician, and hospital related information.
• Perform related responsibilities as required

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED