Pricing Analyst

Patterson Dental Supply•St Paul, MN

About The Position

Patterson isn't just a place to work, it's a partner that cares about your success. One of the distinguishing marks of our company is the talented people who embrace the people-first, always advancing, and results-driven culture. Professional growth abounds in this motivating environment. We value the diverse talents and experiences our employees bring to Patterson and believe that they build a stronger and successful organization. Creates and captures value using innovative pricing strategies. Prices products effectively, from vendor to customer, to retain existing customers and bring on new ones through requests for proposals and bids while maintaining profitability. Provides reporting and business analysis for our customers. Essential Functions To perform this job successfully, an employee must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily, with or without reasonable accommodation. To request a reasonable accommodation, notify Human Resources or the manager who oversees the position. Ability to work in a fast paced, collaborative and constantly changing environment Independently migrates through complex systems and data with little training Simultaneously manages multiple high-level projects Works closely with the divisional team to analyze current prices and determine strategies Utilizes deep data analysis methodologies to identify alternative pricing approaches in the market Maintains pricing database with the divisional team to support pricing activities Brings outside professional knowledge and best practices into the organization to further advance the differentiation and efficacy of the pricing approach Performs special projects and ad-hoc reporting as new business opportunities and challenges warrant A dditional functions In addition to the essential functions listed above, the incumbent may perform the following additional functions. Performs other duties as assigned

Requirements

BA/BS in Business or related field
3+ years of Pricing and Financial Analysis required
Proficiency in Microsoft Applications, (Excel, Access, Word, PowerPoint)

Responsibilities

Ability to work in a fast paced, collaborative and constantly changing environment
Independently migrates through complex systems and data with little training
Simultaneously manages multiple high-level projects
Works closely with the divisional team to analyze current prices and determine strategies
Utilizes deep data analysis methodologies to identify alternative pricing approaches in the market
Maintains pricing database with the divisional team to support pricing activities
Brings outside professional knowledge and best practices into the organization to further advance the differentiation and efficacy of the pricing approach
Performs special projects and ad-hoc reporting as new business opportunities and challenges warrant
Performs other duties as assigned