Pricing Analyst

Overview:

The Pricing Analyst is responsible for maintaining the integrity and profitability of PeopleReady pricing for selected service lines through on-going review and evaluation of market and employment trend data as well as internal information. The individual will establish develop pricing proposals for National and Strategic Account customers, aid in the Request for Proposal (RFP) responses that align with company values and represent TrueBlue standards. The Pricing Analyst will provide guidance to the National Sales and Account Management teams regarding unemployment trends, impacted job families, and product pricing strategies that will impact pay/bill rates throughout the US to ensure PeopleReady pricing is both competitive and value based.

Location: Remote

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain pricing tools and profitability models.
• Help to develop National Account strategies based on internal and external analysis of market conditions.
• Assisting anyone on the National Sales team (NSD, NAM’s etc.) with market analysis and pricing. (Non RFP related) based on market conditions or contract terms/specific service requirements/ unemployment/ current fill rates that might increase our spend, or require higher pay rates for eligible employees. (If these do not match up well we risk not being able to service the customer.)
• Assist Proposal Writer & Sales Team with Request for Proposal (RFP).
• Maintain knowledge and stay abreast of developments in the industry via information obtained from financial publications and services, government agencies, company sources, and personal interviews
• Operate in a consultative role to National Sales to help grow total gross margin dollars by identifying pricing actions that encourage higher sale values, conversion rates, margin rates, impact of promotional and seasonal pricing, and customer satisfaction.
• Monitor input costing changes and develop sensitivity analysis thresholds to provide reporting on potential changes to finished National Account Pricing.
• Present pricing analysis at a quarterly team meeting, with insights, trends, and suggestions.
• Lead pricing-related projects including establishing timelines, defining deliverables, and drafting communications or presentations
• Complete ad hoc reporting as required.
• Effectively collaborate with cross functional departments including but not limited to: Legal/Contracts, Risk, Implementation, Major Accounts, Field Sales, Compliance, Finance and Field Sales to ensure competitive and successful pricing. (National Accounts and Field)
• Additional job responsibilities not outlined may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business, finance or related area; equivalent education and experience will be considered.
• 2+ years analysis experience; compensation administration and/or pricing strategies a plus.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and trends, as well as assess margins and growth projections; ability to develop and implement change based on analysis.
• Strong decision making and problem solving skills.
• Project management skills ability to manage multiple assignments and communicate effectively with employees and management.
• Strong interpersonal skills, including the ability to work effectively with all levels of the organization.
• Excellent communication skills both written and verbal, including the ability to persuade an audience.
• Desire to work in a collaborative, ever changing environment team environment.
• Proficiency with Excel
• In-depth knowledge of BI tools (Power BI, Cognos, Amazon Quicksight) and practical experience analyzing data, program metrics, and performance.
• Demonstrates complex problem resolution proficiency and the ability to identify/implement process and system enhancements.
• Dynamic team player.
• Willingness and curiosity to learn new applications.

Work Environment and Physical Demands 

Employee is frequently required to stand, walk, sit, talk, and/or hear for long periods of time. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move 25 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move 50 pounds. Occasionally exposed to outdoor weather conditions. Required to inspect equipment, detect safety hazards, judge and communicate risks.

Salary Range: $53,900 - $67,400 annually, depending on experience and geographic location.

Please note that actual compensation offered may vary based on local pay requirements, and will meet or exceed state-specific minimum wage or salary thresholds.

Benefits and Well-Being:

We offer a competitive benefits package, including 6 paid holidays, 1 paid floating holiday and up to 20 days of Paid Time Off per year, Medical/Dental/Vision insurance, Company-matching 401(k) and Employee Stock Purchase Program, in addition to other programs and perks. More details about our benefits can be found here.

We consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with applicable law.

TrueBlue, Inc. and its brands welcome and encourage applications from candidates with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in the application or interview process. If you require disability-related accommodation during the application or interview process, please contact your Recruiter directly, Employee Relations at HR-Advice@trueblue.com, or 1-800-610-8920. TrueBlue, Inc. and its brands will consult with all applicants who request disability-related accommodation during the application or interview process to ensure that the accommodation provided takes into account the applicant’s individual accessibility needs.

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law.