Trade Finance Support Analyst

Title: Trade Finance Support AnalystLocation: Solon, OHCompany: Fortune 100 Food & Beverage Manufacturing (FuseGlobal has worked with this company for 20 years)Initial term: 12 months (position expected to run longer)Schedule: Monday - Friday, 40 hours/week, Hybrid About This Role:  The Trade Finance Support (TFS) Analyst plays a critical role in supporting sales and finance with trade operations by entering data, validating financial transactions, reconciling trade activities, and delivering timely reporting and insights to stakeholders. Each TFS Analyst is assigned to specific account managers and customer accounts, serving as the primary point of contact for all trade promotion-related work. This includes managing system updates, maintaining compliance, and driving accuracy across trade processes. The role requires close collaboration with CAM/DSM teams, field finance, and account managers to ensure seamless execution of trade programs and financial integrity. What You'll Do:   Data Management & System Updates Input and maintain accurate trade updates and changes in XTEL. Validate and update necessary changes to ADL (Assortment Distribution List). Work with CS to ensure customer profiles are accurate and up to date.   Forecasting & Planning Send sales reports to CAM/DSM for review and schedule forecast review calls. Validate forecast numbers and ensure alignment with TRR (Trade Review Report). Support planning tools such as X11 Planning Tool and Weekly Event Spend Report. Review and revise the forecast before the lock date of each month. Call out gaps and trends based on prior month/year performance.   Trade Management & Reconciliation Review and reconcile events to ensure goals and TRR align with Sales Finance. Manage promotional data updates and ensure accuracy across systems. Review daily SDB (sales bulletins) and follow-up actions   Invoice & Deduction Processing Validate invoice backup and process payments in XTEL. Match deductions to promotions; collaborate with Business Partners to resolve mismatches. Manage weekly deduction reports and escalate unresolved issues. Collaborate/assist on UADs. Review the 054/055 report to determine if money can be applied to UADs. No Paperwork Deductions - review and assist on aged cases over 60 days.   Cross-Functional Collaboration Participate in monthly Sales and Trade review calls with Field Finance, Account Managers, and CAM/DSM. Coordinate with CAM/DSM for updates, clarifications, and issue resolution. Facilitate Monthly Training – Refreshers and Best Practices.     What You Bring: Education Requirements Bachelor’s degree required; or equivalent experience defined as a minimum of 4 years of relevant, professional-level experience in a similar field.   Experience & Skills Requirements 1–2 years of professional experience in areas such as Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Sales, or Sales Support. Ability to work ind...