Manager, Pricing Analytics

7595 Technology Way, Denver, CO 80237, USA Req #39364 Monday, April 29, 2024

We are Builders FirstSource, America's largest supplier of building materials, value-added components and building services to the professional market. You'll feel proud of the work you do here every day to transform the future of home building and help make the dream of home ownership more achievable. At BFS, we believe building a successful career is not solely defined by a degree. Your experience, skills, and passion are just as important, if not more so. As such, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace that welcomes candidates from all backgrounds and exper

PURPOSE

The Manager of Pricing Analytics is a crucial member of the Corporate Pricing Team. Aids in shaping the vision and strategies for the Pricing Team and manages and leads the execution of those strategies. Sets the tone for coaching team members and reinforcing the team's culture. Engages with leaders across the country to identify needs and develop creative, yet scalable solutions. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Engage with Sales/Operations to craft Market level pricing strategies ensuring alignment with sales growth and profitability goals. Lead implementation of pricing systems, tools, and processes, ensuring alignment to Market specific goals and objectives. Assess customer needs across the organization and determine training requirements highlighting best practices. Coordinate with Sales Analytics team to drive development of tools and reports necessary to achieve goals and objectives. Support VP of Pricing in crafting and implementing company-wide initiatives. Collaborate with Supply Chain, Operations, and Pricing Team to expand tools and processes related to managing Replacement Costs. Present system enhancement recommendations to Product Owner to address Sales/Operations' needs. Craft individual development plans for team members, and provide necessary coaching to ensure individual, team, and company success. Leverage large data sets and analytics packages to present price, cost, and margin recommendations to Sales/Operations. Help lead the development of key exception reporting to assess system architecture and data accuracy. Participate in cross-functional engagements to drive system integration ensuring pricing needs are represented.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

Supervises assigned employees including staff selection and training; planning, assigning and directing work; conducting performance reviews; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving probl Provide leadership and guidance to coach, motivate, and lead team members to their optimum performance levels and career development.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Bachelor's degree preferably in Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, Mathematics, Information Technology or a related field. Minimum of 5 years of related work experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience required. 5 years of experience in analytical field - preference given to disciplines focused on Sales, Margin, or Cost Analysis. 3-5 years of experience leading and developing teams. Demonstrated success crafting and implementing strategies and initiatives. Proven ability to leverage data in decision-making. Advanced Microsoft Office Skills - specifically Excel. Excellent communication skills - verbal and written.

COMPETENCIES

Customer Minded - Manages difficult or emotional customer situations; Responds promptly to customer needs; Solicits customer feedback to improve service; Responds to requests for service and assistance; Meets commitments. Organized - Prioritizes nd plans work activities; Uses time efficiently. Ability to proactively anticipate needs. Attentive - Focuses on solving concerns, not blaming; Keenly aware of details; Listens to others without interrupting; Keeps emotions under control; Remains open to others' ideas and tries new things. Great Communicator - Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; Listens and gets clarification; responds well to questions. Writes clearly and informatively; Edits work for spelling and grammar; Varies writing style to meet needs and audience. Team minded - Balances team and individual responsibilities; Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; Gives and welcomes feedback; Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Puts success of team above own interests; Able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives; Supports everyone's efforts to succeed. Analytical - Leverages data to solve problems; Looks for abstract ways to approach challenges; Strives to understand the root cause; Possesses a growth mindset. Ethical - Treats people with respect; Keeps commitments; inspires the trust of others; Works with integrity and ethics; Upholds organizational values