Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Heritage Pool Supply Group, Inc. is a company seeking a Pricing Analyst to support pricing and profitability initiatives. The role analyzes sales and item data, maintains ERP pricing databases, collaborates with regional and branch management, implements pricing changes, and develops process automation in a primarily remote environment.
Responsibilities
- Utilize advanced Excel skills to conduct comprehensive sales and item analysis, driving price and margin optimization while ensuring accuracy and competitiveness in pricing strategies
- Maintain and update the ERP database to support efficient pricing and costing functions, leveraging office automation skills to enhance data integrity and streamline processes
- Collaborate closely with regional and branch managers to address and resolve pricing challenges, fostering strong relationships and facilitating informed decision-making for optimal pricing solutions
- Communicate effectively with all levels of management to implement daily pricing changes, including conducting quarterly reviews and implementing price adjustments throughout the year, ensuring alignment with strategic business goals
- Partner with Regional Vice Presidents and Sales Managers to gather and analyze business intelligence, enabling data-driven regional price recommendations for both commodities and large-ticket items to enhance market responsiveness and competitive edge
- Champion the development and streamlining of daily processes through innovative automation solutions, sharing best practices and efficiencies with team members to foster a culture of continuous improvement
- Maintain a high level of availability and responsiveness, demonstrating resourcefulness in resolving pricing-related inquiries and issues promptly to support dynamic business needs and objectives
- Advocate for the integration of veteran skills within the team, leveraging diverse experiences in leadership, teamwork, and integrity to enrich the organizational culture and drive collective success
Skills
- * Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Economics, or a related field preferred; equivalent work experience considered
- * Minimum of 1 year of experience in pricing analytics, office automation, or a related role
- * Demonstrated experience in conducting sales and item analysis for price and margin optimization
- * Proficient in Excel with advanced capabilities, including:
- * VLOOKUPs and other lookup functions
- * Multi-sheet management
- * Expertise in creating and utilizing Pivot Tables
- * Ability to develop and implement macros
- * Experience with ERP systems and database management
- * Strong office automation skills with the capability to streamline processes
- * Demonstrated ability to effectively manage regional pricing differences
- * Strong collaborative skills to work with regional vice presidents and sales managers for business intelligence gathering
- * Proven track record of clear and effective communication with all levels of management
- * Capability to think outside of the box to develop and share innovative solutions
- * Proactive approach to continuous learning and mastery of new skills
- * Availability, responsiveness, and resourcefulness in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
- * Highschool Diploma or equivalent
- * The Pricing Analyst at SRS Heritage Group is required to undertake periodic travel to coordinate with regional and branch managers, ensuring alignment on pricing strategies and optimization goals
- * Advanced Analytical Proficiency: Demonstrated mastery in quantitative analysis and the ability to employ statistical tools for comprehensive pricing assessments. Familiarity with data visualization platforms, such as Tableau or Power BI, to effectively communicate analytical findings
- * Strategic Pricing Experience: Proven track record in strategic pricing initiatives, encompassing dynamic pricing strategies and demand forecasting. Experience in competitive analysis and market trend evaluation to drive informed pricing decisions
- * ERP System Expertise: In-depth knowledge and operational experience with Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems, particularly in managing and updating pricing and costing data to enhance decision-making processes
- * Leadership and Collaboration Skills: Strong leadership qualities with the capability to influence and collaborate across departments, facilitating cohesive partnerships with cross-functional teams to drive regional pricing strategies in line with organizational objectives
- * Project Management Acumen: Familiarity with project management principles and tools to successfully lead and implement pricing optimization initiatives across diverse teams and geographic regions
- * Financial Acumen: Understanding of financial principles, including profit and loss management, to effectively contribute to the company's pricing profitability goals
- * Change Management Capabilities: Experience in leading and adapting to transformational change, with a focus on continuous improvement in processes and systems related to pricing functions
- * Innovative Problem-Solving Skills: Ability to apply innovative approaches to troubleshooting and resolving pricing discrepancies, with a focus on automation and efficiency improvements
- * Industry Insight: Knowledge of industry-specific dynamics, particularly in construction supply and landscape distribution, to tailor pricing strategies that align with market needs and expectations
- * Analytical Proficiency: Demonstrate strong analytical skills by utilizing advanced Excel functions and analytics tools to conduct comprehensive sales and item analysis, optimizing pricing strategies to enhance profitability
- * Technical Aptitude: Possess a solid understanding of ERP systems and office automation technologies, ensuring the accurate maintenance and updating of databases critical to pricing and costing functions
- * Communication Excellence: Exhibit effective communication capabilities, adeptly coordinating with regional and branch managers, and articulating complex pricing strategies and changes to all levels of management
- * Problem Solving and Innovation: Employ creative thinking to devise solutions for pricing challenges, integrating innovative approaches to streamline daily processes and develop automated solutions
- * Collaborative Teamwork: Engage collaboratively with Regional Vice Presidents and Sales Managers, gathering essential business intelligence to inform regional pricing suggestions, thus contributing to company-wide pricing effectiveness
- * Adaptability and Growth Orientation: Show a willingness to learn and master new skills, demonstrating a commitment to personal and professional development in alignment with organizational goals
- * Organizational Skills: Manage multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring timely and precise execution of pricing adjustments and maintaining an organized approach to dynamic pricing initiatives
- * Two years of experience selling/pricing Tile, Hardscape, and Pool Finishes: We are scaling the support of our national product lines, and the pricing analyst has the opportunity shape this effort
- * Cultural Alignment: Alignment with SRS Heritage Group's values and culture, characterized by a commitment to professional growth, teamwork, and a customer-focused mindset
- * A Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business Administration, Economics, or a related field is preferred, with additional coursework or certifications in data analytics or financial modeling considered advantageous. Substantial relevant work experience may be considered as a suitable alternative
- * Professional certification in Pricing (e.g., Certified Pricing Professional) is preferred
- * Relevant financial or analytical certifications (e.g., Certified Management Accountant, CFA) are advantageous
- * Advanced Excel or Microsoft Office certifications are beneficial
Benefits
- Remote work environment with flexibility and autonomy in managing work tasks
- Performance-based bonus programs, depending on the role
- Commissions, depending on the role
- Profit-sharing programs, depending on the role
- Car allowance or automobile and fuel program, depending on the role
- Reimbursement for travel expenses in accordance with company travel policy, depending on the role
- Discretionary bonuses
- 401(k) with company match
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- Paid time off, including vacation, sick, volunteer, holidays, birthday, and floating time
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Flexible spending accounts
- Company-paid life insurance
- Company-paid short-term disability insurance
- Optional long-term disability insurance
- Additional life insurance
- All benefits subject to eligibility
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