Senior Pricing Analyst

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1 year ago

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The Opportunity:

As the Pricing Analyst / Pricing Manager of this global organising, you will take responsibility for the pricing strategies for 55,000 product lines which are sold worldwide. You will analyse and report on the results of pricing decisions in direct relation to sales using their inhouse business intelligence tool. There will also be some management responsibilities so this role would suit a Senior Pricing Analyst looking for that level of role, or a Pricing Manager seeking a responsible, global role in a fabulous organisation.

The Opportunity:

Analyse cost price movements and new price/volume opportunities and communicate these to markets across the globe.
Understanding the impact of pricing on DVP and perform financial evaluation to assess pricing action effectiveness.
Take ownership of the selling price / DVP per market, vs budget.
Maintain and regularly update a pricing history database.
Manage the function of the department and oversee a small team. You’ll be able to offer:

Proven experience at a senior level of financial analysis. Experience of Strategic Price Scenario Modelling.
Strategic thinker with strong business analytic skills sets including strong Excel and data modelling skills.
Strong Transactional SQL skills.
Excellent communication (written and oral) and be comfortable presenting to senior management.
Degree or equivalent qualified Preferably in a financial / statistical related subject.Company Benefits:

25 days paid annual leave + bank holidays
Company Pension Plan (Salary Sacrifice) - Employer contributions of 6% (with min of 3% employee contributions)
Life assurance cover 2 x basic salary (rising to 3 x basic salary for company pension scheme members)
Employee Assistance Programme
24/7 Virtual GP
Will writing – free service through YuLife
Bupa Critical Illness Plan (80% subsidised by the Company)*
Company profit share scheme (only for non-bonus related contracts), following 2 years serviceWorking Hours:
9-5.15 Monday to Friday – Hybrid working available, currently 2 days in the office, 3 from home if required

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