Tasked with delivering cost savings and service plan effectiveness through analysis, negotiations, and building strong vendor relationships. The primary focus is to examine and negotiate new and existing contracts, primarily for tier II and tier III clients.
PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:
- Meet and exceed cost reduction targets by leveraging analytical skills, service knowledge, and strong negotiation skills to identify and execute savings opportunities in all waste disposal plans and rate structures for locations in assigned territories or for assigned clients.
- Examine waste service contracts for open market accounts and update system with contract details.
- Review expiring waste contracts within assigned territory and/or clients and use negotiation skills to establish new contracts.
- Efficiently process incoming requests and questions within the established time frame based on request type.
- Leverage service plan, pricing, vendor, contract, and market related data in WasteVision to drive savings.
- Gather market information related to waste collection and disposal to support analysis activities.
- Other duties as assigned.
SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- An ability to manage multiple tasks and relationships simultaneously.
- Aptitude for negotiation.
- Strong analytical skills.
- Ability to effectively operate in a fast-paced environment.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite.
MINIMUM LEVEL OF PREPARATION AND TRAINING NORMALLY REQUIRED:
- A level of knowledge acquired through completion of a bachelor’s degree in business administration or equivalent work experience.
- 2 years of prior contract negotiation experience.
- Experience with waste industry preferred but not required.
APPLICATION PROCESS:
You can directly apply through Cass's website at https://www.cassinfo.com/careers. Please apply directly to this position via the “Apply” button. You will be required to create an account and provide your resume, contact information and other pertinent employment information. This process typically takes 20 minutes or less. Should we find that you meet the minimum requirement of the position, a member of our recruiting team will be in touch to start the interview process.
ABOUT OUR COMPANY:
Cass Information Systems, Inc. (NASDAQ: CASS) is a leading provider of integrated information and payment management solutions. Cass enables enterprises to achieve visibility, control and efficiency in their supply chains, communication networks, facilities, and other operations. Disbursing over $94 billion annually on behalf of its clients, and with total assets of $2.5 billion, Cass is uniquely supported by Cass Commercial Bank. Founded in 1906 and a wholly-owned subsidiary, Cass Commercial Bank provides sophisticated financial exchange services to the parent organization and its clients. Cass is part of the Russell 2000®. More information is available at www.cassinfo.com.
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Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in business administration or equivalent work experience
- Two years of prior contract negotiation experience
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and relationships simultaneously
- Negotiation skills
- Strong analytical skills
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office
- Experience with the waste industry
What We Do
Cass Information Systems is a leading provider of integrated information and payment management solutions, managing more than $90 billion in spend annually on behalf of clients. Cass provides customized solutions for freight payment, telecom expense management, and utility/facilities-related expense management, and is also a behind-the-scenes payment provider for America's fintechs. The support of Cass Commercial Bank, founded in 1906, makes Cass Information Systems unique in the industry. Cass (Nasdaq: CASS) is part of the Russell 2000® Index.
