Financial Analyst II

Description

Locations: Overland Park, KS or Frisco TX

Position : Bid & Proposal Pricing Analyst

Overview:

Are you ready to join a team that is renowned for teamwork and innovation? We are seeking a talented Bid & Proposal Pricing Analyst who is passionate about using strategic pricing and finding persuasive ways to tell that story to drive growth. In this role, you will blend complex pricing strategies with compelling customer-centric narratives to enhance our value propositions and support our Proposal Management team. This role serves as both an entry point into our bid management function and a platform for building a rewarding career.

If you thrive on overcoming challenges, collaborating with diverse stakeholders, and turning data into impactful insights, we want you on our team. Join us and be part of a dynamic environment where innovation is celebrated, and your ideas will make a difference.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Develop a deep understanding of industry, corporate, and customer drivers through market analysis and research of industry benchmarks (pricing, quality, service levels, trends) to deliver compelling price/value content.
2. Establish and maintain communication channels with leadership, key team members, and key internal stakeholders to gather and analyze data and support requirements.
3. Use proposal automation tools to incorporate the right boilerplate content with approved customer pricing to meet opportunity requirements.
4. Build comprehensive financial/quantitative models to illustrate the total cost of ownership and return on investment details for customer proposals.
5. Provide analytical support by framing complex pricing problems, identifying variable relationships, distilling insights from data, and presenting findings.
6. Continue learning to improve your knowledge and use of technologies and efficiencies to improve processes.

Who You Are:

1. Curious and Energetic: You have a strong drive to learn and absorb technical subjects and thrive in a fast-paced, competitive industry.
2. Competitive Drive: You are motivated to answer every question and articulate every advantage to stand out in the competitive landscape.
3. Collaborative: You excel in a team-oriented environment, practicing active listening and engaging on-camera during all meetings.

Minimum Qualifications:

1. Technical Skills: Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and data visualization, Word, and PowerPoint.
2. Education: A bachelor's degree in a related discipline is preferred, but a combination of education and experience is just as valuable.