Pricing Analyst

The Kenan Advantage Group; North Canton (OH); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The Kenan Advantage Group is seeking a Pricing Analyst to develop, administer, and optimize pricing tools and processes that drive growth and profitability in our transportation network.

You will partner with Sales, Operations, and Billing to gather data, support RFP opportunities, and monitor profitability and efficiency across lanes. A Bachelor's degree and 1–3 years of pricing analytics are preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Logistics, Supply Chain, Business, Finance, or a related field preferred.
• 1-3 years of pricing analysis experience in the transportation/logistics industry preferred.
• Proficient in analyzing large datasets; intermediate Excel pivot tables and advanced formulas; working knowledge of Power BI is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Cross-Functional Pricing: Collaborate with internal teams (Sales, Operations, Billing) and external customers to gather data for accurate, timely rate quotes.
• RFP Process Support: Provide analytical support on larger Request for Proposal (RFP) opportunities through data analysis, financial modeling, and document preparation.
• Profitability & Efficiency Analysis: Utilize pricing tools and software to conduct ongoing reviews of customer efficiency, lane performance, and profitability.
• Rate Research & Support: Research, troubleshoot, and resolve rate-related questions from both internal and external stakeholders.
• Prioritization & Execution: Effectively plan, organize, and prioritize high-volume workloads to meet strict operational deadlines.

Skills

Pricing analysis

Data analysis

Collaboration

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Tools

Excel

Power BI

Job description

Position Overview

Primarily responsible for developing, administering, and optimizing pricing tools and processes necessary for business growth and profitability. Collaborates across internal teams and external customers to provide accurate pricing analysis, support major RFPs, and optimize efficiency.

Position Overview

Primarily responsible for developing, administering, and optimizing pricing tools and processes necessary for business growth and profitability. Collaborates across internal teams and external customers to provide accurate pricing analysis, support major RFPs, and optimize efficiency.

Essential Functions

• Cross-Functional Pricing: Collaborate with internal teams (Sales, Operations, Billing) and external customers to gather data for accurate, timely rate quotes.
• RFP Process Support: Provide analytical support on larger Request for Proposal (RFP) opportunities through data analysis, financial modeling, and document preparation.
• Profitability & Efficiency Analysis: Utilize pricing tools and software to conduct ongoing reviews of customer efficiency, lane performance, and profitability.
• Rate Research & Support: Research, troubleshoot, and resolve rate-related questions from both internal and external stakeholders.
• Prioritization & Execution: Effectively plan, organize, and prioritize high-volume workloads to meet strict operational deadlines.

Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Logistics, Supply Chain, Business, Finance, or a related field preferred.
• Experience: 1-3 years of pricing analysis experience in the transportation/logistics industry preferred.
• Data & Analytics: Proficient in analyzing large datasets; intermediate Microsoft Office skills (Excel pivot tables, advanced formulas) required.
• Business Intelligence: Working knowledge of Microsoft Power BI is a plus; eagerness and willingness to learn is required.
• Core Competencies: Strong collaborative mindset, proactive problem-solver confident in sharing data-backed opinions, and ability to prioritize under tight deadlines.

Company Expectations

All associates are expected to promote positive work habits (effective/timely communication, teamwork, and respect), provide constructive guidance to internal/external partners, and contribute to delivering the highest quality products and services to customers.

Note: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and skills required of associates so classified. Management retains the right to assign or reassign duties at any time. Job description is subject to change. All employees of the Company are expected to:

• Promote positive work habits including effective and timely communication, teamwork and respect for co-workers.
• Provide constructive guidance to other employees and representatives of third parties.
• Contribute to providing the highest quality of products and services to customers.