Pricing Analyst

**Pricing Analyst**

**About Pratts Food Service**:
For over a century, Pratts Food Service has been a cornerstone in the broad-line distribution industry across Western Canada, serving regions from British Columbia to Nunavut. As a proudly Canadian, family-owned business, we have built a legacy on integrity, innovation, and exceptional customer service. Our team of over 850 dedicated employees, including a robust sales force, ensures that we deliver industry-leading selection and reliable supply to help our customers thrive. With our extensive network and unwavering commitment to excellence, Pratts continues to shape the future of food service distribution.

**Position Overview**:
The Pricing Analyst ensures accurate customer pricing while safeguarding Pratts' profitability. This role involves close collaboration with the Multi-Unit team, Category Managers, Supply Chain Planners, and Accounts Payable to maintain precise pricing strategies and vendor relationships for both Retail and National Accounts.

**Key Responsibilities**:

- **Contract Pricing Administration**: Manage and administer monthly contract pricing across three branches, ensuring accuracy and consistency.
- **Vendor Contract Management**: Take charge of vendor contracts for all National and Retail accounts, ensuring compliance and correct and maintained customer pricing.
- **Pricing Discrepancy Resolution**: Proactively identify and resolve any discrepancies in pricing, maintaining transparency and trust with our partners.
- **Vendor and Account Relations**: Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with both vendors and National account personnel, fostering a collaborative environment.
- **Collaboration with Purchasing**: Work closely with the purchasing department to track and respond to cost changes affecting National Chain and Retail customers.
- **Sales Department Liaison**: Coordinate with the sales team to ensure prices are adjusted in line with market dynamics and contractual agreements.
- **Data Analysis for Pricing Adjustment**: Analyze sales data and market trends to make informed decisions on customer pricing strategies.
- **Contract and Allowance Entry**: Accurately enter fixed dollar contracts and off-invoice allowances into our systems.
- **Customer Contract Management**: Interpret and implement customer pricing contracts, maintaining customer profitability and upholding pricing integrity.
- **Training and Development**: Provide skills training for Sales and Marketing teams on pricing strategies and tools.

**Qualifications**:

- **Multi-tasking Excellence**: Demonstrated ability to juggle multiple tasks and responsibilities with precision and poise.
- **Contracting Expertise**: A solid understanding of contracting processes and systems, backed by 1-2 years of relevant experience.
- **Experience with AS400**: Practical experience with AS400, particularly in a contracting or pricing role.
- **Teamwork and Independence**: Ability to work seamlessly within a team while also thriving in autonomous work situations.
- **Strong Analytical Skills**: Both quantitative and qualitative, with the ability to mine data and drive action.
- **Effective Communication**: Clear and concise in both written and verbal communications, with a professional manner.
- **Educational Background**: Secondary education or equivalent experience, with post-secondary education in Business Administration or related program being an asset.
- **Technical Skills**: Proficiency in Business Intelligence tools such as SQL, Tableau, and Power BI. Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel, including pivot tables, various lookup formulas, and data visualization.

**Why Join Pratt's Food Service?**

At Pratts, we are more than just a distributor; we are a family, a community, and a partner to our clients. By joining us, you become part of a legacy of service, integrity, and innovation. We offer competitive compensation, a collaborative work environment, and the opportunity to grow and thrive in your career. Make your mark with us, and help shape the future of food distribution in Western Canada.

**Job Type**: Full-time, In-person
**Location**: Rocky View, AB (Calgary Office)

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $47,266.40-$64,725.92 per year

**Benefits**:

- Company events
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Store discount
- Vision care

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday

Application question(s):

- This position is on-site, full time, and not remote. Are you currently in the Calgary Metropolitan Area and able to commute reliably to Rocky View/Balzac area for this position?

Work Location: In person