Pricing Analyst

Based in St. Louis, Core & Main is a leader in advancing reliable infrastructure with local service nationwide. As a specialty distributor with a focus on water, wastewater, storm drainage and fire protection products and related services, Core & Main provides solutions to municipalities, private water companies and professional contractors across municipal, non‑residential and residential end markets nationwide. With over 370 locations across the U.S., the company provides its customers local expertise backed by a national supply chain.

Core & Main's 5,700 associates are committed to helping their communities thrive with safe and reliable infrastructure. Visit to learn more.

Gather disparate data from various data sources, analyze and normalize the data to ensure quality of data for analysis. Responsible for providing consistent, relevant and accurate data as well as guidance/knowledge of the data and definitions that are available for analysis.

• Serves as a resource to assigned client in area of expertise.
• Gathers and compiles raw data; conducts research for industry trends and benchmarks; and normalizes data to be incorporated into a centralized data format.
• Analyzes, reports, makes comparisons to industry/company benchmarks, determines trends, and prepares cost analyses.
• Defines data definitions and documents data limitations.
• Prepares spreadsheets for data analysis; prepares reports with charts and graphs, mailing lists, maps and ad hoc requests. May make presentations.
• Provides recommendations based on findings and analysis; provides input on policies and procedures.
• Participates in department and interdepartmental projects.

• Expertise in working with spreadsheets, databases, strong understanding of financial concepts and data.
• Experience in aggregating large volumes of operational/financial/customer data for analysis.
• Experience with data analysis in large distribution businesses.
• Certification on database/analysis tools.
• Knowledge of Excel, Word, Access, PowerPoint, Internet research.

Typical Training/Experience

• Typically requires BS/BA in a related discipline.
• Generally, 2–3 years of experience in a related field; certification is required in some areas or MS/MA with generally 1–2 years of experience in a related field.
• Certification is required in some areas.

Problem Complexity

• Demonstrates skill in data analysis techniques by resolving missing/incomplete information and inconsistencies/anomalies in more complex research/data.

Autonomy

• Work review typically involves periodic review of output by a supervisor and/or direct customers of the process.

• Must be a minimum of 18 years of age or older.
• Must pass pre‑employment assessment(s) if applicable.

• Located in a comfortable indoor area. Any unpleasant conditions would be infrequent and not objectionable.
• No travel required.
• Most of the time is spent sitting in a comfortable position and there is frequent opportunity to move about. On rare occasions there may be a need to move or lift light articles.

This information indicates the general nature and level of work performed by associates in this role. It is not designed to contain a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of associates assigned to this role. This description supersedes any previous or undated descriptions for this role. Management retains the right to add or change the duties of the position at any time.

Core & Main is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Employment at Core & Main is based solely on a person's merit and qualifications directly related to professional competence. Core & Main does not discriminate against any employee or applicant on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, national origin, nationality, ancestry, age, disability, veteran status, pregnancy or related condition (including breastfeeding), affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, citizenship, or any other basis protected by law.

None of the questions in this application are intended to elicit information regarding any protected characteristics, nor imply any limitation, illegal preferences or discrimination based upon non‑job‑related information or protected characteristics.

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