Business Order Specialist

The Business Order Specialist oversees and executes Sales Orders, processes, and fulfillment logistics to ensure company, client, and team goals are met. This role is responsible for placing Orders, communicating internally and cross-functionally to track Order progress, recommending process updates to maximize efficiency and accuracy, and completing all tasks related to client and internal Orders. This role may also be tasked with projects and/or process improvement initiatives that elevate the client/customer and employee experience in day-to-day execution (example: documentation, automating workflows, training).

What will be my duties and responsibilities in this job?

• Manage Keeper (client retained inventory) process – complete Orders, work with both internal and external partners to facilitate processes, calculate forecasts, manage SKU allocation, create and send tailored documentation and communication according to client specific requirements
• Establish and maintain structured and organized process and records for client priorities, needs, Orders, status, internal performance, etc. Provide updates and feedback to teams as needed
• Serve as POC and escalation owner for client account teams and Operations. Communicate with POCs for clients, internal teams, and customers regarding individual Orders and broader needs or initiatives
• Work collaboratively with DCC operations, Finance, sales, account teams, and other cross-functional teams to ensure client needs are met and opportunities to simplify, automate, and enhance the process/client experience are identified and executed
• Investigate and troubleshoot system issues and client questions related to Orders
• Cross train on other AVR roles to serve as a resource for additional tasks as needed
• Complete Purchase Order transactions for internal inbound inventory
• Act as subject matter expert for AVR on the systems, processes, and opportunities related to client transactions
• Support strategic initiatives by assisting the Director of AVR Pricing and Sales Analytics on projects and participating in strategic planning

What are the requirements needed for this position?

• 1+ years’ experience organizing information into concise, comprehensive summaries (words and visuals) using Microsoft Word, PPT, and Excel
• 2+ years’ experience working with Excel, including ability to manipulate (pivot tables, basic math functions) and consolidate (XLOOKUP/VLOOKUP, COUNTIFS) data
• 2+ years’ experience in sales support or customer service role

What other skills/experience would be helpful to have?

• Effective communication abilities, both oral and written
• Strong planning, organization, and time-management skills with a keen eye for detail
• Resilience with the ability to thrive in a rapidly changing environment
• Willingness to work extended hours including nights and weekends when required
• Excellent problem-solving skills
• Ability to communicate effectively with peers and management team
• Ability to work collaboratively across multiple departments
• Strong interpersonal skills to engage with cross-functional teams
• Proven strategic thinking skills with the ability to implement process improvements effectively
• Experience with ERP systems such as Oracle
• Supply chain knowledge and experience
• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, supply chain management, or a related field
• Proficiency with inventory management systems
• Working knowledge of mobile phones, carriers, and OEMs

Pay Range:

$ 23,13 - $ 38,18

Any posted pay range considers a wide range of compensation factors, including candidate background, experience and work location, while also allowing for salary growth within the position.

Expected application deadline is

02/28/2025

If date is blank then this is a pipeline requisition, and we will continue to collect applications on an ongoing basis.

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What’s the culture like at Assurant?
Our unique culture is a big reason why talented people choose Assurant. Named a Best/Great Place to Work in 13 countries and awarded the Fortune America’s Most Innovative Companies recognition in 2023, we bring together top talent around the world. Although we have a wide variety of skills and experiences, we share common characteristics that are uniquely Assurant. A passion for service. An ability to innovate in practical ways. And a willingness to take chances. We call our culture The Assurant Way.

Company Overview
Assurant is a leading global business services company that supports, protects, and connects major consumer purchases. A Fortune 500 company with a presence in 21 countries, Assurant supports the advancement of the connected world by partnering with the world’s leading brands to develop innovative solutions and deliver an enhanced customer experience through mobile device solutions, extended service contracts, vehicle protection services, renters insurance, lender-placed insurance products, and other specialty products.

Equal Opportunity Statement
Assurant is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and does not use or consider race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law in employment decisions.