Rebate Processing Jobs in Connecticut (NOW HIRING)

The Rebate Analyst I will diligently process, track, and reconcile rebate programs to ensure accuracy and compliance with contract terms. This role is crucial for maintaining accurate rebate data and supporting timely submissions to manufacturers. The Rebate Analyst will collaborate effectively with internal teams to resolve discrepancies and contribute to the efficient operation of rebate management processes.

Who are we?

Buyers Edge Platform stands at the forefront of revolutionizing the food service industry through technology, purchasing power and partnerships. We are dedicated to empowering stakeholders across the entire foodservice ecosystem (operators, distributors, manufacturers) with efficiency and unprecedented visibility. With a diverse portfolio of over a dozen brands, our mission is clear: to reduce costs, streamline the foodservice supply chain, and propel the industry from manual to automated.  

Today, we are one of the largest players in foodservice, with over 200K operator locations across North America and over $50 billion of aggregated spend volume. Our commitment to food service excellence is proven in four distinct areas of value: Digital Procurement Network, Fresh Solutions, Supply Chain Management, and Software. Buyers Edge Platform is not just a provider - we are a strategic partner on the journey towards a more efficient, connected, and automated future for the foodservice industry.

We are a growing company which performs unique analysis of purchase data. We are looking for an organized, detail-oriented Rebate Analyst to become an essential part of our team. The right person will welcome challenges, thrive in a small team environment, and be eager to learn new skills.

This role will be located near our New London, CT office and will be hybrid 3 days in office. We are unable to provide sponsorship for work authorization for this role.

Your Impact:

Rebate Processing & Administration

• Administer customer and vendor rebate programs in accordance with contract terms, including program structures, tiers, exclusions, and eligibility criteria.
• Review, validate, and reconcile rebate claims to ensure accuracy and completeness, and ensure timely submission to vendors.
• Communicate with internal teams (Procurement, Finance, BI, Products, Sales, AP/AR) to obtain rebate data, resolve discrepancies, and respond to inquiries.

Data Management & Reporting

• Maintain rebate tracking systems and databases, ensuring data integrity through ongoing validation and cleansing.
• Support month-end close and financial reporting activities related to rebate accruals, adjustments, and audits by providing documentation and analysis.
• Generate standard and ad hoc reports on rebate performance

Contract & Program Support

• Track contract milestones, renewal dates, and program changes to ensure ongoing compliance and continuity.
• Identify opportunities to improve rebate program efficiency and support process improvement initiatives.

Analytical Thinking: Interprets data to draw sound conclusions and identify discrepancies.

Accuracy & Attention to Detail: Consistently produces high-quality, error-free work with a commitment to data accuracy.

Initiative: Proactively identify issues and seek solutions without direction.

Collaboration: Works effectively across teams to achieve shared goals.

Communication: Conveys information clearly and professionally in written and verbal form.

Adaptability: Comfortable working in a dynamic environment with evolving priorities

About You:

• Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, business administration or a related field.
• Minimum of 2+ years of work experience in rebate analysis, pricing, finance, or related roles.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel competency including Power Query, Macros & VBA, and Advanced Formulas.
• Experience with SQL, Python, and other scripting or data analysis tools preferred.
• Experience with rebate or contract management platforms preferred.
• Familiarity with contract management concepts and revenue operations processes preferred.
• Experience with data visualization tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau) is a plus.
• Knowledge of basic accounting principles (debits, credits, accruals) preferred.
• Experience incorporating artificial intelligence (AI) tools into daily workflows to automate repetitive processes and enhance decision-making.

What's in this for you?

Amazing coverages to start. Medical, dental, and vision coverages are just the beginning! We also offer ancillary plans, such as flexible spending accounts for both health and dependent care, critical illness, accident, and voluntary life as well as company paid life and long-term-disability plans! On top of this, we also offer a 401(k) plan with company match.

Invest in your success. We will provide you with a thorough training and development program; and offer competitive compensation.

Live well = Work well. Relax with our Personal Responsibility Paid Time Off policy where you don't have to accrue time off in order to take it! We also offer half-day Summer Fridays!