Director, Strategic Pricing

C&S Wholesale Grocers; Windsor Locks (CT); On-site; USD 122,910 - 162,870; Full time

Job summary

C&S Wholesale Grocers in Windsor Locks, CT is seeking a Director of Strategic Pricing to lead the development of pricing strategies that enhance customer profitability. The successful candidate will operate within a collaborative environment, leveraging analytical and communication skills to guide the commercial organization.

The position requires a Bachelor's Degree in Finance and a minimum of 10 years of experience in pricing and financial analysis. C&S Wholesale Grocers is a leading supplier in the grocery sector, servicing thousands of supermarkets with a commitment to community support.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in pricing, financial analysis, and/or related field preferred.
• Prior experience in a leadership role is preferred.
• Strong change management skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and execution of the Pricing Strategy.
• Collaborate with leadership to evaluate and analyze business drivers.
• Provide guidance and share best practices of strategic pricing to increase sales.

Skills

Strong understanding of CPG, wholesale or retail industry

Highly analytical and strong communication skills

Strong project management skills

Excellent Microsoft Suite skills

Strong negotiating skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree - Finance

Master's Degree - Business Administration

Job description

Position Overview

The Dir, Strategic Pricing will lead the development and execution of the Pricing Strategy to drive improved customer profitability across independent customers nationally. In this role, the Director is responsible for creating and implementing standardized processes, tools, checks and balances, and ongoing maintenance of customer pricing and profitability.

Job Description

• Develop and maintain effective working relations with cross-functional areas of the company to understand the needs of the organization. Partner with key stakeholders to implement new processes as they relate to strategic pricing.
• Collaborate with leadership to evaluate and analyze business drivers, and identify risks and opportunities in an effort to drive commercial execution.
• Translate financial analysis into actionable plans for the commercial sales organization.
• Adapt and enhance the pricing strategy to deliver the expected competitive positioning while achieving budget goals
• Develop, implement and continuously pursue innovative concepts and strategies that bring added depth and breadth to corporate business strategies for driving improvement in customer value perception.
• Provide guidance on, identify, and share best practices of strategic pricing to increase sales and maximize profitability.
• Travel Required: Yes

Environment

• Office: 65F to 75F

Skills

• Specialized Knowledge: Strong understanding of the CPG, wholesale or retail industry; In-depth knowledge of the functional strategies, business strategies and company goals functioning in a sales or related role; High-level technical expertise, financial acumen, business and industry knowledge
• Special Skills: Highly analytical and strong communication skills with a demonstrated ability to influence; Strong project management skills; Excellent Microsoft Suite skills; Excellent presentation skills; Strong compliance mindset; Strategic ability to develop high-impact pricing strategies; Strong negotiating skills based on a thorough understanding of sales/marketing practices; Strong change management skills
• Other: Prior supervisory or demonstrated experience in leadership; Experience with the theory and practice of pricing strategy

Years Of Experience

• 10-15 years: Bachelor's degree in Finance, or related field. Master's of Business Administration preferred. 10+ years of experience in pricing, financial analysis, and/or related field preferred. Prior experience in a leadership role is preferred.

Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree - Finance, Master's Degree - Business Administration

Shift

1st Shift (United States of America)

About Our Company

C&S Wholesale Grocers, LLC is an industry leader in supply chain solutions and wholesale grocery supply in the United States. Founded in 1918 as a supplier to independent grocery stores, C&S now services customers of all sizes, supplying more than 7,500 independent supermarkets, chain stores, military bases and institutions with over 100,000 different products. C&S also proudly operates and supports corporate grocery stores and services independent franchisees under a chain-style model throughout the Midwest, South and Northeast. We are an engaged corporate citizen, supporting causes that positively impact our communities.

Working Safely is a Condition of Employment at C&S Wholesale Grocers, LLC. C&S Wholesale Grocers is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. The Company provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act.

Salary Range

$122,910-$162,870

Company: C&S Wholesale Grocers, LLC

Job Area: Retail Services

Job Family: Sales

Job Code: JC1562

Job Type: Full time

Pay Range: $122,910 - $162,870

ReqID: R-267792