Pricing Specialist

ACCOUNTABILITIES & ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Review part numbers impacted by cost changes, packaging changes, etc. to ensure competitive, profitable pricing. Consider the value of available on-hand inventory along with the cost of replenishment, to protect/maximize profitability and competitive position. Review part numbers that appear on low margin reporting to confirm prices are both profitable and competitive along with investigating the root cause of the low margin to determine next actions. Consult Pricing Analysis management on inventory that may have a value too high to be competitively priced. Review part numbers, line-by-line, per competitive pricing reports. Review part numbers approved to purchase via PMRs, etc. to ensure competitive, profitable pricing prior to receipt of inventory. Communicate with Pricing Analysis management to ensure the correct pricing strategy is being applied to a product set. Be a subject-matter expert in the pricing of designated suppliers/products. Consult management as outliers are identified in a review. Review large reports outlining competitive position internationally and make recommendations based on the contents of these reports. Review websites in a variety of languages to find key information. Develop a familiarity with the Foreign Exchange (ForEx) market. Be knowledgeable of the tools/systems used to ensure anticipated results. Communicate errors that occur with these systems, conduct root cause analysis and propose potential resolutions. Investigative and methodical in the approach to daily work activities. Ability to consciously and confidently implement changes that may directly impact corporate profitability and competitive positioning. Perform data entry using various computer programs, spreadsheet or database commands and format material as required. Ensure UniVerse system is maintained with current costs and resales according to vendor price files, part entry and updates. Demonstrate a positive attitude towards self and others. Maintain a strong teamwork orientation and an ability to communicate at all levels of the organization. Exhibit a strong customer service orientation with a strong sense of urgency to respond to internal customer needs. Detailed and thorough in work habits with multi-tasking abilities while participating in the total quality process. Be proactive in scheduling upcoming projects along with Pricing Analysis Management. Build strong relationships with teams involved in upstream and downstream processes. Trustworthy and maintains confidentiality. Other duties as assigned (may include reviews of internal documents and programs). Regular attendance at work is an essential function of the job.

SKILLS & CERTIFICATIONS

Skill evaluation: Behavioral (80%); Excel (80%) Possess strong attention to detail skills with the ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals Ability to multi-task, type data for long periods of time Effective time management Able to use, read, interpret spreadsheets, printed reports and terminal screens. PC experience in a Microsoft Windows environment; proficient with internet, MS Word, MS Excel, MS Outlook and other software Strong verbal and written communication skills

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and work experience.