Aids in implementing pricing strategies while supporting Sales/Operations and other members of the Houston Market.  Participates in maintaining price and cost information.

 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

 

Support the creation of Market level pricing strategies by analyzing and understanding existing processes and tools. Execute system setup and maintenance required to seamlessly implement pricing systems, tools, and processes. Host market specific training, tailoring content to market needs and highlighting best practices. Coordinate with Pricing Manager to develop training content for tools and reports necessary to achieve goals and objectives. Leverage cost analysis tools and exception reporting to ensure timely and accurate updates of replacement costs. Present system enhancement recommendations to Product Owner to address Sales/Operations' needs. Foster culture of people development and continual learning by coaching teammates to ensure individual, team, and company success. Leverage analytics suite to identify sales and margin opportunities and present recommendations to Market Leadership. Engage with Sales/Operations to support recurring process to establish and maintain accurate and competitive pricing.

 

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

 

This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

 

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

 

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

 

Bachelor’s degree, preferably in Finance/Accounting, Industrial Distribution, Engineering. Minimum of 2 years of related work experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience required. Proficiency managing large datasets in Microsoft Excel. Intermediate Microsoft Office Skills (Excel – xlookups, sumifs/countifs, pivot tables, etc) Excellent communication skills – verbal and written

 

COMPETENCIES

Customer Minded - Manages difficult or emotional customer situations; Responds promptly to customer needs; Solicits customer feedback to improve service; Responds to requests for service and assistance; Meets commitments. Organized - Prioritizes and plans work activities; Uses time efficiently. Ability to proactively anticipate needs. Attentive - Focuses on solving concerns, not blaming; Keenly aware of details; Listens to others without interrupting; Keeps emotions under control; Remains open to others' ideas and tries new things. Great Communicator - Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; Listens and gets clarification; responds well to questions.  Writes clearly and informatively; Edits work for spelling and grammar; Varies writing style to meet needs and audience. Team minded - Balances team and individual responsibilities; Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; Gives and welcomes feedback; Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Puts success of team above own interests; Able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives; Supports everyone's efforts to succeed. Analytical - Leverages data to solve problems; Looks for abstract ways to approach challenges; Strives to understand the root cause; Possesses a growth mindset. Ethical - Treats people with respect; Keeps commitments; inspires the trust of others; Works with integrity and ethics; Upholds organizational values. Inclusive - Shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences; promotes a harassment-free environment. Agile - History of thriving, navigating, and executing in fast-paced and ambiguous environments.

WORK ENVIRONMENT / PHYSICAL ACTIVITY

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Work is in an office setting and generally sedentary with physical effort associated with using a computer, but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time. May be required to occasionally lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects up to 25 pounds. Working after hours may be required to maintain accurate pricing in OnLine/Trend. May require some travel to attend market specific engagements.