Pricing Analyst

Job Description

Position Overview:

We are seeking a dedicated and analytical Pricing Analyst to join our team in supporting the Food, Grocery and Retail Business Unit. The Pricing Analyst will play a crucial role in developing effective pricing strategies, analyze financial data, and ensure competitive pricing while maintaining profitability. The ideal candidate will possess strong quantitative skills, financial acumen, and the ability to work harmoniously across departments, including our Commercial Team.

Responsibilities:

• Analyze historical financial data, cost structures, and industry trends to provide informed recommendations for pricing decisions.
• Evaluate the potential effect of pricing changes on overall profitability and the company's financial health.
• Responsible for deal management, market analytics, competitive data modeling, and developing regional pricing strategies to increase volume and profitability of Food, Grocery and Retail accounts.
• Partner with sales teams to deliver accurate and compelling pricing information for bids and proposals.
• Integrate cost components into pricing models to ensure precise pricing calculations.
• Create financial models to assess the financial impact of various pricing scenarios on volume, revenue, margin, and profitability.
• Monitor the financial performance of implemented pricing strategies, analyzing actual outcomes against projected results.
• Ensure the accuracy and integrity of financial and pricing data used in analysis, pricing systems, and decision-making.

Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree in finance, Economics, Business, or a related field. Masters degree or relevant certification (CFA, CMA) is advantageous.
• Proven experience as a Pricing Analyst, Financial Analyst, or a comparable role, preferably within the packaging industry.
• Demonstrated analytical mindset whether on the job or education related.
• Strong technical skills and experience with Excel required. SAP experience preferred.
• Strong financial acumen, with advanced skills in financial modeling, data analysis, and Excel.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills for productive collaboration with diverse teams.
• Capacity to manage multiple tasks, prioritize responsibilities, and meet deadlines.
• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
• Detail-oriented mindset to ensure precise financial calculations and analyses.

A reasonable estimate of the current range is $60,000-$90,000 + bonus + benefits. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target salaries for the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. At Novolex, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case.

The benefits for this role include 401(k) plan with company match, comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance, flexible spending and health savings accounts, paid vacation, and sick days, paid parental leave, paid holidays and wellness program.