Pricing Analyst II (Elastomer Process Materials Division)

Position Summary The Pricing Analyst will work with EPM (Elastomer Process Materials) Strategic Pricing Manager to leverage strategic pricing actions to drive profitable growth. Proactively analyze, identify, and recommend data‑driven pricing suggestions to make a measurable impact on the company’s growth objectives. Work with key functions to find pricing opportunities through the development and execution of analytical tools. This role operates in a global division across multiple geographies, cultures, and time zones. Scope Global interaction with regional leaders and customer‑facing account teams to recommend and maintain pricing strategies. Regular interaction with team members within and outside the United States to analyze product pricing, co‑develop strategy with the local regional sales and marketing team, ensure the implementation of pricing actions, and report the results. Responsibilities TACTICAL PRICING and SPOT QUOTES Update the SePVA Database files and run all necessary reports to support sales actions, update Plan For Each Customer/PFEC for all OEM customers. Monitor all exception pricing quotes and rebate credits, ensuring proper approval/authority. Review and maintain SAP pricing information and structure – review active pricing keys for accuracy (price, validity, customer, MOQ, etc.), set up new pricing keys, align pricing to economic order quantity and lead time, and execute pricing with timing of planned adjustments. Act as point of contact for daily pricing requests – field questions from Sales and Customer Service, quote business with price reference aligned to price structure and business strategy. Conduct global price review for harmonization, price/cost impacts on product lines and customers. Manage and execute pricing process for LTA and channel partners. Perform periodic audits in support of data alignment, accuracy, and compensating controls. Provide spot quotes, maintain quote log, and track and report win/loss rate.

STRATEGIC PRICING

Support the forecast and budgeting process with pricing analytics and drive alignment between cross‑functional stakeholders. Assist price analysis in product markets to determine ceiling and floor prices of products, evaluate cause and effect with pricing, volume, cost, competition, distribution, and segmentation; recommend appropriate price levels. Monitor and keep division focused on corporate strategic pricing initiatives and objectives; create and reinforce continuous feedback vehicles to encourage successful pricing implementation; implement tools to be used by marketing and field sales. Using a data‑driven approach, assist the division in determining appropriate list prices, standard discounts, and rebates, and manage restructuring, updating, communication, and publication of price changes. Design and implement continuous improvement techniques and methods to internal processes and systems, eliminating waste and improving process accuracy and effectiveness. Identify pricing opportunities for profitability improvement through pricing actions/ alignment/structure. Gain necessary internal approvals in support of the recommended actions and measure and report impact/results. Qualifications Required Competencies Attention to detail: meticulous, detail‑oriented, and organized. Analytical skills: Demonstrated ability to gather, view, and analyze large quantities of data from various business systems. Proficient working with large datasets and able to draw meaningful insights. High proficiency with Microsoft Excel – data analysis using pivot tables and charts. Problem‑solving skills: Inquisitive, self‑starter with the ability to identify issues, propose solutions, act, and measure results to drive continuous improvement. Creativity, critical thinking, and a good understanding of the business and its challenges is a must. Communication skills: Communicates clearly, concisely, and effectively the findings and recommendations. Comfortable in conversations with different stakeholders; translates complex data into easily understandable terms. Negotiation skills: Able to collect and analyze market data, develop justifications for pricing negotiation. Preferred Competencies Prior EPM work experience. SAP/SBO & BI/BW experience. Power BI experience. Product and/or program management, marketing, sales, or customer service experience. Understanding and experience regarding manufacturing processes, manufacturing practices (LEAN, KAIZEN, SIX SIGMA, ZERO DEFECTS), cost accounting and business case development. Required Work Experience Minimum of three (3) years of experience in business disciplines/functional areas such as pricing, sourcing, product management, program or product management, finance, business development, or business analysis roles. Experience in business‑to‑business industrial manufacturing of engineering materials. Demonstrated ability to manage project‑based work. Required Education Bachelor’s degree in business, technical, marketing, or related field. Advanced degree such as MBA or certification preferred. Required Languages Fluent in written and spoken English. Equal Employment Opportunity Parker is an Equal Opportunity and Affidavit Action Employer. Parker is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job‑related reasons regardless of race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by law. However, U.S. citizenship, permanent residency or other appropriate status is required for certain positions, in accord with U.S. import & export regulations. (“Minority / Female / Disability / Veteran / VEVRAA Federal Contractor”) Drug Tests Drug-Free Workplace In accordance with Parker’s policies and applicable state laws, Parker provides for a drug‑free workplace. Therefore, all applicants seeking employment with Parker will be subject to drug testing as a condition of employment. #J-18808-Ljbffr PARKER HANNIFIN CORP