Pricing Analyst

Smarta Energy; Leeds; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in renewable energy is looking for a Pricing Analyst to manage tenders and supplier relationships in Leeds. This role involves analyzing energy pricing and negotiation with suppliers to deliver cost-effective solutions. Ideal for candidates with strong MS Excel skills and a background in the energy sector. Join a motivated team focused on driving efficiency in procurement processes.

Qualifications

• Experience working within the energy/utilities sector is ideal.
• Strong analytical skills for data interpretation are required.
• Excellent negotiation skills needed to secure favorable pricing.

Responsibilities

• Manage tenders from the Business Development Team, ensuring competitive pricing.
• Perform cost analysis and provide pricing recommendations to stakeholders.
• Track supplier SLAs to ensure timely completion of tenders.

Skills

Strong MS Excel

Numerical Skills

Analytical Skills

Negotiation Skills

Attention to Detail

Education

Experience in energy/utilities industry

Job description

Direct message the job poster from Smarta Energy

Pricing Analyst
Key Responsibilities:
Tender Management & Supplier Engagement:
• Take ownership of tenders received from the Business Development Team, reviewing the requirements and initiating the process to obtain quotes from energy suppliers.
• Proactively reach out to suppliers to gather competitive pricing, ensuring the accuracy and timeliness of submitted offers.
• Negotiate with suppliers to achieve the most competitive rates and ensure value for the client.
• Track and manage supplier SLAs to ensure timely responses, ensuring tenders are completed within the required timeframes.
Cost Analysis & Pricing Recommendations:
• Input supplier offers and relevant charges (e.g. cost per kWh, standing charges, pass-through costs) into a detailed cost analysis spreadsheet for comparison.
• Analyse different charges, tariffs, and rates to determine the most competitive and cost-effective solution for the client.
• Develop pricing recommendations based on the cost analysis, providing clear rationale and insight to the BDM and internal stakeholders.
• Identify and analyse any complex pricing structures or unusual terms to ensure accurate representation of costs to the client.
Negotiation & Cost Optimisation:
• Demonstrate excellent negotiation skills to bring down supplier rates, ensuring margin protection for both the client and the consultancy.
Timely Delivery & Process Efficiency:
• Manage priorities and tight deadlines, ensuring all pricing tenders are delivered to the BDM promptly and accurately.
• Collaborate effectively with the BDMs and other internal stakeholders to ensure timely completion of the pricing process.
• Continuously monitor and improve pricing processes to increase speed and efficiency, ensuring deadlines are consistently met.
Reporting & Documentation:
• Maintain a record of pricing offers, supplier communications, and analysis results for future reference and reporting purposes.
• Provide clear, concise reports on pricing recommendations, highlighting key factors that led to the chosen supplier offer.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
• Ideally have experience working within the energy/utilities industry – billing/data
• Strong MS Excel, comfortable analysing large sets of data for clients
• Excellent written and verbal skills
• Strong numerical and analytical skills, with the ability to interpret complex data and draw actionable conclusions.
• Meticulous attention to detail in reviewing supplier offers and ensuring accurate data input.
• Excellent negotiation skills, with the ability to secure favourable pricing terms and build strong relationships with suppliers.
• Ability to manage multiple tenders and projects simultaneously, working under pressure to meet deadlines without compromising quality.

Desirable Attributes:
• Strong understanding of energy markets, supplier structures, and industry regulations.
• Proactive, self-motivated, and driven to achieve cost-effective solutions.
• Collaborative team player who is comfortable working in a fast-paced, results-oriented environment.
• Previous experience working with energy consultancy firms or in the energy procurement industry.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Analyst

• Industries

  Services for Renewable Energy

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