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Meaningful Work From Day One

This position is responsible for oversight and performance of varied areas of commercial planning, procurement, analysis, reporting, and training for the region/group. Specifically, this position will be the local representative for Spend Management (Coupa/MRM). This position will work closely with US/Canada group/region budget owners, finance, external partners, accounting, IT, Global Business Services (i.e. Corporate Coupa / MRM Process Owners). This position will drive compliance in the area of spend management and will work with teams to promote standardized processes, efficiency and effectiveness.

What You Can Expect

Region/Group Leader for Spend Management including Coupa and MRM, and monitor the tools for region/group, ensuring effective use and implementation.

Spend Management training resource for region/group

Responsible for the accurate operation and utilization of Coupa and MRM

Provide assistance to SFA on the following (as needed):

Region/Group business planning/projection process for brand expense

Monthly brand expense accrual process ensuring accurate reflection of spend activity

Preparation of journal entries

Monthly reporting for brand expense trackers

Manage region/group purchase and internal orders for proper reflection in financial records

Serve as a resource for region/group to resolve issues related to customer invoices, bill backs, netting, and related customer account reconciliations .

Responsible for planning/reconciliation of distributor investment funds (where applicable).

Facilitate the efficient invoice workflow for region

Assists region/group on spend management reporting

Responsible for annual region/group Spend Management training as well as on-boarding new employees for respective region/group.

Partner with internal commercial budget owners on proper accounting of spend activities and identifying/resolving inaccurate charges in promotional spend activity.

Interacts with Brown-Forman Corporate IT / Global Business Services to resolve system issues and improve operational efficiency, along with partnering on activities / projects.

Maintain effective working relationships with all levels of personnel and partners, both internal and external.

Coordinate with all regions and GBS to identify opportunities for savings, and provide input on process improvement for planning/procuring goods/services.

What You Bring to the Table

2 – 4 years of related work experience; or 9 or more years relevant work experience

Demonstrated analytical/mathematical skills.

Demonstrated organization, prioritization, and initiative skills in working with multiple projects

Knowledge of computer operation and use, with ability to learn systems, including demonstrated competency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Google and Outlook

Demonstrated oral communication skills; ability to formulate response to detailed questions in representing corporate policy/practice within function, comfortable presenting information to internal audiences.

Strong relationship management and development skills, ability to work with and influence others at varying levels.

Demonstrated written communication skills; ability to compose final draft memos/project reports

Personal honesty and integrity

What Makes You Unique

Invoicing experience is preferred

Proficiency with systems SAP and Coupa

Who We Are

We believe great people build great brands. And we know there is Nothing Better in the Market than a career at Brown-Forman. Being a part of Brown-Forman means you will grow both personally and professionally. You will have the opportunity to solve problems, seize opportunities, and generate bold ideas. You will belong to a place where teamwork matters and where you are encouraged to bring your best self to work.

What We Offer

Total Rewards at Brown-Forman is designed to engage our people to ensure sustainable and profitable growth for generations to come. As a premium spirits company, we offer equitable pay structures for individual and company performance alongside a premium employee experience. We offer a range of premium benefits that reflect our company values and meet the needs of our diverse workforce.

Requisition Type:

Employee

Management Level:

Professional

Global Job Level:

P4

Number of Openings Available:

1