Pricing and Bid Analyst

Position: Pricing and Bid Analyst

Primary Location: Home Based, Canada or US

Reports to: Bid and Pricing Operations Manager

Compensation: $80,000 - $90,000

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Chemtrade is committed to delivering innovative solutions that address the complex challenges faced by our customers. As a responsible corporate citizen, we prioritize safety, sustainability, and environmental stewardship in all aspects of our operations. Our talented and diverse workforce is at the heart of our success, as we recognize that their knowledge, skills, and dedication drive our ability to deliver exceptional products and services. At Chemtrade, we believe in creating an environment where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to contribute their unique perspectives and talents. By putting people at the center of our operations, we build strong connections, nurture innovation, and create a fulfilling work experience for all.

About the Role

Support and collaborate with the business by timely and efficiently addressing municipal bids for the United States. Provide price support/analysis for the assigned Marketing group ensuring all pricing is up to date. Provide supply chain support during production disruptions. Is responsible for supporting management, sales, marketing, customer service, and finance by managing/administering timely and accurate systematic pricing, surcharges, audits

Competencies

Solid analytical and financial acumen to prevent profit leakage
• Solution oriented mindset driven by high attention to detail
• Applies basic concepts, principles, and technical capabilities to perform routine tasks
• Works on projects of limited scope and complexity
• Follows established procedures to resolve readily identifiable technical problems
• Works under direct supervision and receives detailed instructions
• Performs structured work assignments
• Proficient in proposing actions, identifying and illustrating opportunities, and making recommendations for efficient pricing operations
• Ability to collaborate across various functions to achieve results
• Strong organizational as well as time management skills
• Commercial mindset (customer centric)

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing or related discipline preferred, but not required.
• 3+ years of relevant work experience, preferably in a related industry.
• Excellent communication skills along with strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work as a team member.
• Must be able to work under minimum supervision in a fast-paced environment
• Good strong working knowledge and use of computer programs such as Excel, Word, Power Point.
• Must be detail oriented with good analytical skills and follow-up skills.
• SAP experience is preferred

Responsibilities

• Manages bid resources (E-mail and subscriptions) for upcoming opportunities and requirements.
• Process support and workload support to the bid specialist
• Analyses, compiles, administers, and inputs customer pricing agreements and price lists, including the update of pricing and contract term In the most effective way for SAP optimization.
• Project expert in initiatives related to improvement or implementations
• Reporting and reporting maintenance to support data driven decisions and workflow. Ensures Data Integrity
• Obtains bid results and documenting those in appropriate computer software/systems (SAP).
• Manages and documents the management approvals required for price levels, surcharge calculations, and contract terms.
• Manages and facilitates pricing audits to drive high expectations of price accuracy.
• Investigates and resolves pricing disparities with customer.
• Initiate impending bid calls to ensure bid request proposals are received on a timely basis.
• Other related duties and participates in special projects as assigned.