Pricing Agent

POSITION: Pricing Agent

Status: Non-Exempt

Location: Auburn, Washington

Department: Pricing

SUMMARY:

The Pricing Agent is responsible for the monitoring and augmentation of the companies pricing strategies. The position performs an integral function in the achievement of operational objectives by helping to determine the price points to create a win/win situation for the customers and bottom line targets. The position will take a proactive approach in reviewing current component prices, determining demand, and working with the Sales and Customer Service teams to come up the optimal price points for repair and sales jobs. The position reports directly to the Purchasing Manager.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist with developing and executing pricing strategies that balance the Company’s objectives and customer satisfaction.
• Work with buying personnel to gain advice regarding products expected to be in demand and use this information to update product pricing.
• Ensure parts and materials are competitively priced.
• Assist with continuous improvement of pricing systems and procedures focused on company profitability.
• Work with Sales and Customer Service teams to determine price points customers are comfortable with and determine efforts to hit prices while still achieving Company goals
• Back up all departmental functions and perform other duties as necessary.
• Prioritize job status (Critical, Contract, etc...) and deliver repair estimate within the expected time frame.
• Work with shop leads to get a clear picture on reworks on piece parts and price accordingly.
• Verify engineering orders and machine shop reworks to finalize the repair estimate.
• Enforce and follow all policies and regulations.
• Report to work on a regular and consistent basis

REQUIRED SKILLS:

• Focus and deliver results.
• Problem-solve and achieve targeted results with minimal supervision.
• Plan, organize and set clear expectations for team and monitor progress by mentoring when required to achieve goals.
• Arrange competing priorities to meet goals and deadlines.
• Demonstrate professional and excellent presentation, verbal and written communication skills.
• Build alliances, partnerships and collaborate with customers and co-workers in a tactful, professional and respectful manner. Be a team player with strong interpersonal skills.
• Resolve workplace differences and conflict to achieve goals and objectives in a professional manner.
• Create an environment that supports new ideas, input and creative solutions when faced with challenges.
• Listen to others attentively and retain/process information effectively.
• Promote a professional culture that is trustworthy, honest, and socially responsible while championing an energetic and positive work culture.

REQUIRED EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:

• A minimum of 3-5 years’ experience in pricing, purchasing, or inventory control
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Products.
• Any combination of education and experience to demonstrate proficiency.

DESIRED EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:

• Five (5) years’ experience in an aviation related field performing pricing, purchasing, or inventory control duties.

• Bachelor or Master’s Degree in a related field from an accredited institution.
• Mastery of Microsoft Excel.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Frequent work in office environment with extended computer use and paperwork.
• Flexibility to work additional hours as needed.