Strategic Pricing Analyst I

HarbisonWalker International; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

HarbisonWalker International seeks a Strategic Pricing Analyst to drive pricing actions and measure outcomes using qualitative and quantitative techniques. The role focuses on setting competitive prices to gain market share and meet revenue goals.

The ideal candidate will have 2–4 years of pricing/business analytics experience, strong Excel skills, and the ability to collaborate with sales, marketing, and finance across regions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Marketing, Business Administration, Economics, or related field; MBA a plus.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and advanced Excel.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills; ability to work in a team.
• Strong analytical skills; ability to assemble and analyze data.
• Experience in qualitative and quantitative analytics.
• Excellent organization skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks in a dynamic environment.
• 2–4 years of pricing/business analytical experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform pricing analysis, guidance, and quote administration for glass and precast shape applications.
• Coordinate loading of pricing data into Oracle pricing module.
• Collaborate with field sales, marketing, and finance on customer pricing and profitability.
• Analyze price realization (erosion) across regions and market segments.
• Support execution of pricing actions addressing identified opportunities.
• Maintain documentation of competitive price data and outcomes.
• Assist with presentations and reports across business functions.
• Support continuous process improvement activities within HBS.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Team collaboration

Interpersonal communication

Advanced Excel

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance/Marketing/Business Admin/Economics

MBA (preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Job Description

HWI has a fantastic opportunity to join our Pricing team as a Strategic Pricing Analyst.

Summary

The Strategic Pricing Analyst is accountable for the execution and measurement of pricing actions and strategies. The position will use qualitative and quantitative techniques to help HarbisonWalker International determine and set competitive prices to gain market share and achieve revenue goals.

Responsibilities

• Performing pricing analysis, guidance, and quote administration for glass and precast shape applications
• Coordinating loading of pricing data into Oracle pricing module
• Collaborating with field sales, marketing, and finance regarding customer pricing and profitability across all regions and markets
• Participating in monthly analysis of price realization (erosion) on specific areas, quotes, market segments and/or customers
• Supporting the execution of pricing actions that addresses identified pricing-related performance improvement opportunities
• Contributing to documentation, communication and review of internal and external comparative price data, including wins and losses due to price
• Assisting with the development of presentations and reports across the business and functions
• Supporting the HarbisonWalker Business System (HBS) including 5S by identifying and implementing opportunities for continuous process improvement as metrics warrant

Requirements

• B.S. degree in Finance, Marketing, Business Administration, Economics, or related field
• MBA a plus
• Requires computer operation skills including, proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and advanced Excel expertise
• Requires strong interpersonal and communications skills and the ability to work effectively in a team environment
• Requires strong analytical skills and the ability to assemble and quickly analyze data
• Requires experience in qualitative and quantitative analytics
• Requires excellent organization skills with accurate and precise attention to detail
• Ability to maintain professional composure in a dynamic work environment that often requires management/completion of multiple tasks
• The Strategic Pricing Analyst requires two (2) – four (4) years of pricing/business analytical experience.

Physical And Environmental Requirements

• Physical Activity: Requires more than 2/3 of time sitting, and talking or hearing; 1/3 to 2/3 of time standing, walking, using hands/fingers to handle and/or feel and reaching with hands and arms; less than 1/3 of time climbing or balancing and stooping, kneeling, crouching or crawling.
• Lifting: Requires lifting up to 10 pounds less than 1/3 of time.
• Vision: Requires accurate close, distance and color vision, and the ability to focus.
• Environment: Requires more than 2/3 of time in an office setting with very limited exposure; less than 1/3 of time exposed to wet/humid conditions, fumes or airborne particles, toxic/caustic chemicals, outdoor weather, and extreme heat/cold.
• Noise: Requires exposure to moderate noise conditions.