Pricing Specialist

Summary Pricing Specialists accurately maintain and monitor supplier pricing calendars, including inputting and adjusting pricing structures based on management and supplier agreements. Primary Responsibilities Gather, organize and prepare data entries; cost of and sell price to the trade into the system including research of cost discrepancies and analyze costs components Communicate and deliver approved pricing to respective departments for pricing submittal to retail and graphics for price catalogs Track Freight on Board (FOB), front line and post off pricing changes; notify purchasers, chain and sales departments Maintain and create new product files including paperwork preparation Review invoice pricing variances and month end depletion bill backs to suppliers Work with Pricing Analyst to find unprofitable products/programs and recommend solutions Develop and maintain positive, cooperative and team-oriented relationships with co-workers, supervisors, managers and others you come into contact with through your job Key Competencies Excellent oral and written communication skills Excellent customer service skills Strong analytical skills for managing pricing data Basic math skills Intermediate working knowledge of Microsoft Office suite VIP and Cognos experience Effective organizational and time management skills People Management None Work Environment Work indoors in a sedentary office setting Physical Demands Lift/carry up to 20 lbs. Sitting for entire shift Expected Hours of Work This is a full-time position. Days/hours of work vary. Travel Local travel only Required Education and Experience High school diploma or GED required Preferred Education and Experience Minimum two (2) years of pricing and/or accounting experience. Compensation Actual compensation packages are based on a wide array of factors unique to each candidate, including but not limited to skill set, years and depth of experience, certifications, and specific location. Employees (and their families) are eligible for medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance. Employees are able to enroll in our company's 401k plan. Employees are also eligible for 80 hours of vacation every year and 7-8 days of paid holidays throughout the calendar year (depending on location). Hired applicant may be eligible for [incentives/ bonuses/ annual bonuses]. Classification: Non-exempt Reports to: Pricing Manager