Strategic Pricing Analyst

Description

We are a global leader in food & beverage ingredients. Pioneers at heart, we operate at the forefront of consumer trends to provide food & beverage manufacturers with products and ingredients that will delight their consumers. Making a positive impact on people and planet is all part of the delight. With a deep-rooted presence in the countries where our ingredients are grown, we are closer to farmers, enabling better quality, and more reliable, traceable and transparent supply.

Supplying products and ingredients at scale is just the start. We add value through our unique, complementary portfolio of natural, delicious and nutritious products. With our fresh thinking, we help our customers unleash the sensory and functional attributes of cocoa, coffee, dairy, nuts and spices so they can create naturally good food & beverage products that meet consumer expectations. And whoever we’re with, whatever we’re doing, we always make it real.

This role will be responsible for price management of the Industrial Onion and Garlic business. It will provide analytical thought leadership to develop pricing strategy recommendations, work cross-functionally to gather required inputs to support price setting decisions, and own performance analytics and insights to drive profitability improvements. It will be responsible for understanding the competitive landscape, analyzing and interpreting market trends and internal cost structures.

• Responsible for developing and implementing strategic pricing as an end-to-end process from strategy development to price setting techniques, governance and supporting technologies in alignment with business strategy.
• Develop strategies that optimize our product mix and maximize margin while fully utilizing our production capabilities.
• Conduct competitive market analysis and benchmarking to identify trends, risks and opportunities.
• Collaborate with sales & marketing to understand and balance customer requirements with production and logistics constraints when developing optimal pricing strategy.
• Lead and influence stakeholders on market conditions, economic value assessments and pricing strategies through completion of complex analysis, planning and communication.
• Lead change management initiatives across the broader business as the company evolves into a value-based pricing culture.

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, economics, accounting, business administration, or related field is required. Master’s degree is a plus.
• Minimum of four years of related work experience in commercial management, pricing, sales or finance.
• Experience in pricing, trade analytics, FP&A or profit and loss responsibility.
• Track record of identifying, developing strategies and executing on margin improvement opportunities.
• Must possess proficient skills in Microsoft Office Suite; experience with other accounting and integrated reporting solutions is a plus.
• Excellent communication skills including written, verbal, presentation, and listening are required.
• Attention to detail and ability to handle multiple tasks accurately and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment is required.
• Ability to work cross functionally and influence without authority.

Fresno, CA, US

ofi provides employees with a comprehensive & competitive benefits package that is designed to support your career, health, and future. A Rewarding Career Awaits!

The pay for this role ranges from $71,000 - $95,000 annually and is based on the position responsibilities and geographic location. Actual pay within this range may be determined based on the candidate's experience, qualifications, and/or other determining factors.

Performance-based Bonuses: Discretionary bonus rewarding company performance as well as your contributions and impact, for eligible roles.

Comprehensive & Affordable Benefits: Coverage for you (and your eligible dependents) with plans designed for peace of mind and savings for the future.

A Culture of Well-being: Paid Volunteer time off, access to events, resources, and learning opportunities that inspire a physical, social, emotional, and…