Pricing Analyst

MGA Entertainment; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 52,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

A global toy and entertainment company in Milton Keynes seeks a Pricing Analyst to maintain pricing frameworks across various channels. The ideal candidate has over 5 years of commercial partnering and pricing experience, along with strong analytical skills. Responsibilities include collaborating with multiple departments and analyzing sales promotions to maximize profitability. The role offers a competitive salary structured between $70,000 and $85,000 annually.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of commercial business partnering experience.
• 2+ years pricing experience.
• Strong understanding of enterprise financial metrics.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain consistent pricing architecture across all channels.
• Work with Sales, Operations, and Product Development teams.
• Analyze sales promotions to ensure profitability.

Skills

Commercial business partnering experience

Pricing experience

Retail math understanding

ERP systems knowledge

Analytical skills

Data analytics tools experience

Problem-solving skills

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Power BI

D365

Job description

Overview

MGA Entertainment is on a mission to inspire imagination and creativity through innovative toys, entertainment, and experiences that transform play into limitless possibilities. As the largest privately held toy and entertainment company in the U.S., MGA is a global leader in designing and delivering world-class consumer products that spark wonder and drive play forward. Headquartered in Los Angeles with offices worldwide, MGA’s portfolio spans a dynamic range of original and licensed brands — from toys, dolls, games, and electronics to fashion, home décor, and entertainment content including hit movies and TV series. The company is recognized for its bold approach to storytelling, trendsetting design, and deep commitment to quality. The award-winning MGA family includes fan-favorite brands such as L.O.L. Surprise!, Little Tikes, Rainbow High, Bratz, MGA’s Miniverse, Yummiland, CarTuned, Wonder Factory, BABY born, and Zapf Creation. To learn more, visit www.mgae.com and follow MGA on LinkedIn, TikTok, Instagram and Facebook.

Job Summary

Establish and maintain pricing for all brands and across all channels of business (Mass Market, Distributors, Value Channel, E-Commerce and Drop Ship). Develop and maintain a framework to ensure a consistent pricing architecture across brands and each unique channel of business.

Responsibilities

• Work across Sales, Operations, Product Development, and Costing to ensure margin targets are accomplished
• Ensure enterprise system alignment (D365) with the multi-channel price lists
• Analyze sales promotions/special pricing to ensure profitability
• Support the seasonal standard market pricing process
• Deliver excess inventory recommendations prior to key sales opportunities
• Assist key customer account managers with financial modelling of their range plans and customer terms

Qualifications

• 5+ years of commercial business partnering experience
• 2+ years pricing experience
• Strong understanding of retail math (IMU%, gross pricing margins, weeks of supply)
• Strong understanding of enterprise financial metrics (gross sales, discounts, net sales, gross margins)
• Advanced proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Excel (Pivot tables, xlookup, sumifs, etc.)
• In-depth knowledge of pricing structures and invoicing with commercial terms
• Ability to analyze market trends and make data-driven decisions
• High level of accuracy and ability to identify discrepancies and ensure data integrity
• Experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, D365) and familiarity with financial modelling and forecasting tools
• Strong analytical skills with the capability to interpret complex data
• Experience in using data analytics tools (e.g., Power BI)
• Comfortable with working with multiple data sources to obtain necessary information and developing new analytic tools
• Resourceful approach to challenges with strong problem-solving skills and ability to develop innovative solutions to complex problems
• Strong level of personal drive and tenacity
• Self-motivated with a proactive approach to work
• Familiarity and experience using ChatGPT
• Toy industry experience a plus
• CMA a plus

Authority

• Reports to Brand Finance Director

Salary

$70,000.00 - $85,000.00 /year