Pricing Specialist

SCOPE

The Pricing Specialist, Domestic performs data entry, updating part numbers, creating spreadsheets, competitive analysis and communication with internal customers via phone and email to support the Products and Pricing teams.

ACCOUNTABILITIES

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 profitability and competitive position.

Review part numbers that appear on low margin reporting to confirm prices are both profitable and competitive. 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. 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.

Investigative and methodical in the approach to daily work activities. Ability to consciously and confidently implement changes that may directly impact corporate profitability.

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.

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.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

Four year post-secondary degree or equivalent combination of education and work experience.

CHARACTERISTICS

Energy Multi-Tasking

Attention to Detail Acceptance of Diversity

Self-Control Interpersonal Insight

Productive Attitude Criticism Tolerance

Self-Reliance Task Focus

SKILLS & CERTIFICATIONS

• 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
• Skill evaluation: Math 90%, Spelling 90%, Advanced Excel 70%, Typing 40 WPM

This is a summary of the primary accountabilities and requirements for this position. The company reserves the right to modify or amend accountabilities and requirements at anytime at its sole discretion based on business needs. Any part of this job description is subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.

Category:Supplier Operations

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and veterans.