Pricing Analyst

The Pricing Analyst will be responsible for programming pricing consistent with channel/region/territory alignment with sales, marketing and business strategies for DAP Canada and Export sales organizations.  The analyst is responsible for managing all programs from routing the initial request for approval to loading data in our systems and ultimately ensuring pricing and rebates are processed correctly.

The analyst will review all invoice holds and release the orders based on pricing strategies, promotions and incentives as approved for the individual accounts.  Responsibility entails administration program approvals, pricing and rebates as required for each business segment.

The analyst will also manage rep agency payments in accordance with approved agreements.

Close communication with sales representatives, Marketing, Credit, Finance and Customer Service is essential in providing sales administrative support for DAP’s accounts. 

Responsibilities

Pricing & Promotional Support


* Program and monitor pricing consistent with Channel, Region, Territory and National Account alignment 


* Coordinate programs cross-departmentally aligning with key business objectives 


* Coordinate discount and rebate account accruals in SAP with account payment activity 


* Work closely with Customer Service to ensure account orders are priced correctly and invoiced on a timely basis


* Provide data and back-up documentation for auditor pricing verification


* Explore, test and audit for software efficiencies in running promotions and programs


* Work with RPM sister companies and DAP to ensure intercompany orders are processed correctly.

Administration/Analytical Support


* Create reports and visuals that evaluate programs, pricing, and impacts therein


* Analyze impact of account pricing, promotions and other programs and communicate to key stakeholders


* Manage all account Off-Invoice and Backend Promotion Programs for the Canadian and Export sales organizations. 


* Coordinate with Marketing, Sales, Accounting and Credit personnel. 


* Understand and follow all established policies and procedures. 


* Coordinate and support rebate payment process for customers and buying groups.


* Coordinate and support rep agency payments in accordance with contractual agreements.


* Provide communication support on written material to company personnel on all group related programs.

REQUIREMENTS:


* Bachelor's Degree, associate's degree.


* 1+ years of relevant experience. 


* Effective communications skills – verbal and written, SAP experience a plus.


* Grace under pressure – remain positive and focused to the task at hand.


* Effective problem-solving skills – quick on your feet and can think outside of the box. 


* Ability to multi-task and prioritize work all with a sense of urgency.


* Familiarity with use of PC system for order placement, pricing, and dist...