Pricing Clerk

Tower Group; Durban; On-site; ZAR 120 000 - 180 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading FMCG company in Durban seeks a Pricing Clerk to maintain accurate product pricing and ensure compliance with pricing strategies. This role requires proficiency in ERP systems and a Matric qualification in Mathematics or Accounting. The ideal candidate will have 1-3 years experience in a pricing or costing role within the FMCG sector. Responsibilities include capturing product pricing, monitoring cost fluctuations, and preparing updated price lists for sales and finance teams.

Qualifications

• Matric with Mathematics or Accounting is required.
• Diploma in related fields is advantageous.
• 1-3 years of experience in pricing or costing within FMCG.

Responsibilities

• Capture and update product pricing on internal ERP systems.
• Monitor and adjust pricing based on cost fluctuations.
• Compile and distribute updated price lists to departments.

Skills

Mathematics

Accounting

Proficiency in ERP systems

MS Excel

Education

Matric / Grade 12 with Mathematics / Accounting

Diploma / Certificate in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or Supply Chain

Tools

ERP systems (Sage Evolution or similar)

Job description

Job Summary

The Pricing Clerk is responsible for maintaining accurate and up-to-date product pricing. This includes ensuring compliance with company pricing strategies, monitoring cost fluctuations, updating systems, and supporting sales and finance teams with accurate price information.

Key Roles and Responsibilities

• Capture and update product pricing on internal ERP systems.
• Monitor and adjust pricing according to raw material costs, packaging costs, and market fluctuations.
• Ensure correct pricing is reflected on invoices, quotations, and product lists.
• Verify price changes are authorized and implemented consistently across all platforms.
• Maintain accurate records of all pricing changes, approvals, and effective dates.
• Assist with pricing audits and ensure compliance with company and statutory requirements.
• Compile and distribute updated price lists to relevant departments (sales, invoicing and accounts).
• Track supplier costs (grain, packaging materials, logistics) and report potential price impact.
• Assist management in reviewing competitor pricing and market trends.
• Provide costing support for new product development or repackaged items.

Qualifications and Skills

Education / Experience :

• Matric / Grade 12 with Mathematics / Accounting
• Diploma / Certificate in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or Supply Chain (advantageous).
• 1–3 years’ experience in pricing, costing, or admin within FMCG / warehousing / manufacturing.
• Experience in FMCG industry advantageous.
• Proficiency in ERP systems (Sage Evolution, or similar) and MS Excel.