Pricing Analyst

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We are looking to offer a Pricing Analyst the opportunity to join our expanding Plant & Fleet team based in Castleford. As a Pricing Analyst you will be a part of our commitment to deliver what we promise for our clients, within the leading essential infrastructure services provider operating within the UK & Ireland. Does this sound like a role for you? Read more… About M Group Services Plant and Fleet and your team With 8 depots across the UK, M Group Services Plant & Fleet Solutions provide innovative plant and fleet asset management solutions across M Group Services. We provide our business with more than 9,000 vehicles and over 25,000 owned or externally hired plant assets. Our team has grown rapidly and we are responsible for the supply and management of specialist equipment and vehicles, supplying the Water, Energy, Transport, Data and Telecommunication sectors. Who you are? Do you have experience researching and analysing pricing best practices? Have you performed competitor analysis on similar products and services to increase market share and profitability? Do you like a challenge? Are you keen to develop your skills and enjoy finding solutions? If you want to make a difference working with a supportive team environment, we would be pleased to hear from you. As the Pricing Analyst, you’ll get the opportunity to: Provide analytical and statistical modelling support; including ad hoc analysis when required Conduct analysis of various competitive metrics across different products Provide maintenance support of our pricing systems Assist in supporting the end-to-end delivery of value adding Price Optimisations Monitor the performance of Price Optimisation Competitor Analysis and understanding Market activity Provide feedback to improve the teams productivity. Understand the costing cycle and able to calculate and update cost files Review and automate cost calculations Provide evidence to support cost price reviews Analyse, model and interpret the profitability impact of pricing changes Collect, clean and conduct analysis on competitor data and recommend actions based on findings Independently generate well-developed, accurate, and clearly formatted quote proposals Researches information such as list pricing, current contract pricing, equipment specifications and configurations, profit and loss analysis, previous discounting structures, and unsupported equipment. As well as international pricing and SLA changes and/or requirements.What you’ll bring? A minimum of three years’ experience as a pricing analyst in a similar industry. Proficiency in business intelligence (BI) software In-depth knowledge of statistical methods and data analysis. Extensive experience in analysing pricing strategies and forecasting revenue and market share. Experience in collaborating on pricing strategies with commercial departments. Ability to keep abreast of industry trends and develop dynamic pricing tools. Advanced ability to present pricing analysis reports to relevant stakeholders. Excellent analytical and communication skills. Ability to deliver to strict deadlines whilst maintaining reliability and accuracy. Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; gathers and analyses information skillfully. Looks beyond the obvious and doesn’t stop at first answers. Outside the box thinker who looks for creative solutions. Ability to demonstrate high levels of problem-solving skills and initiative Embracing teamwork by supporting and respecting others. A continuous appetite to learn and develop skills Understanding of different statistical techniques for analysis is an advantageWhat’s in it for you? 25 days’ annual leave plus statutory holidays Discretionary annual bonus Contributory Pension scheme Life Assurance Access to our Employee Assistance Programme Cycle to work scheme Access to a wide range of discounts and special offers through our online rewards platform Our Vision and Values Our vision is to be the leading service provider for essential infrastructure in the UK and Ireland. The core values for our sustainable growth are: People - engaging and empowering everyone to deliver and grow Safety - putting health, wellbeing and safety of people first Delivery - helping deliver our clients’ business needs Integrity - behaving respectfully and in a sustainable manner to our communities and the environment, maintaining accountability and honesty in the way we work. About The Company M Group Services delivers a range of essential infrastructure services within the water, energy, transport and telecommunications sectors in the UK & Ireland. We have built and maintained relationships with our clients over a number of years and have a strong culture that continuously focuses on safety, operational delivery, efficiency and customer service. We are committed to profitable growth both organically and through acquisitions. M Group Services, a trusted employer to over 10,000 skilled specialists working from 240 locations, operates a divisional structure aligned with its end markets. At M Group Services we recognise and value the benefits from our workforce diversity. We work hard to build and maintain inclusive environments and develop a culture where our people feel included and valued