Trade Spend & Deduction Management Analyst

Company: LHH US
Location: Wayne
Posted on: January 29, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description LHH Recruitment Solutions has partnered with a leading organization providing end-to-end solutions in sales operations, retail execution, digital commerce, logistics, supply chain, data analytics, and marketing services. Our mission is to deliver exceptional value to clients through operational excellence and strategic insights. As a Trade Spend & Deduction Management Analyst , you will be responsible for managing trade spend forecasting, execution, and deduction resolution for key accounts. This role ensures financial accuracy, supports sales performance, and drives timely resolution of trade-related discrepancies. Job Title: Trade Spend & Deduction Management Analyst Location: Wayne, PA 19087 Salary: $25-$30/hr. Key Responsibilities Trade Spend Management: Enter and maintain shipment forecasts and trade spend data in the client's Trade Investment Management (TIM) system. Translate data from internal portals to client platforms with precision and accuracy. Deduction Analysis & Resolution: Review trade deductions and allocate them to the correct category, customer, and event within the TIM system. Investigate unplanned or invalid charges and communicate findings to internal stakeholders for resolution. Partner with sales leads to research and reconcile deductions with key customers. Financial Reconciliation: Reconcile actual trade spend against client financial reports to ensure alignment and accuracy. Support timely deduction clearance to maintain accurate financial reporting. Documentation & Compliance: Retrieve brand and trade documentation from client SharePoint sites and upload to internal systems. Maintain organized records for audit and compliance purposes. Client & Internal Collaboration: Serve as a primary point of contact for deduction-related inquiries. Collaborate with internal teams and client partners to resolve issues efficiently. Core Competencies Customer & Client Focus: Build trust and maintain strong relationships through proactive communication. Analytical Thinking: Ability to interpret data, identify discrepancies, and recommend solutions. Organizing & Planning: Manage multiple priorities effectively and meet deadlines consistently. Technical Learning: Quickly adapt to new systems and processes. Time Management: Maximize efficiency and productivity in a fast-paced environment. Qualifications Education: Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience required. Experience: Minimum 3 years in deduction management, collections, accounting, or related financial roles. Skills: Advanced proficiency in Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUP, data analysis) and PowerPoint . Strong organizational and prioritization abilities. Excellent verbal and written communication skills for internal and external stakeholders. Intellectual curiosity and adaptability to changing priorities. Entrepreneurial mindset with proactive problem-solving. Work Environment Hybrid schedule: In-office Tuesday-Thursday (or 3 days/week), remainder remote. Minimal travel as needed. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to https://www.lhh.com/us/en/candidate -privacy The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable: • The California Fair Chance Act • Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance • Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers • San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance Pay Details: $25.00 to $30.00 per hour Search managed by: Cassandra Coakley Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled Military connected talent encouraged to apply To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to https://www- uat.lhh.com/us/en/candidate -privacy The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable: The California Fair Chance Act Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance Massachusetts Candidates Only: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

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