What are the responsibilities and job description for the Pricing Manager position at Central Garden & Pet?
The Pricing Manager will manage highly confidential data and work closely with cross-functional department teams such as: Sales, Marketing, E-Comm, Finance, Master Data and Customer Service involving pricing. The pricing manager will be responsible for the price accuracy for 3 business units: TFH/Nylabone, Four Paws, IMS Trading LLC, and TDBBS.
This position is based out of our Neptune City, NJ facility 5x a week.
MEASURES OF SUCCESS:
This position is based out of our Neptune City, NJ facility 5x a week.
MEASURES OF SUCCESS:
- Improve sales process by streamlining price and discount approval process while balancing the need to maintain financial performance by analyzing historical pricing and discount data.
- Setup, implement and maintain the pricing structures to remain accurate within the business ERP systems.
- Manage, develop, train, and mentor staff on pricing processes and procedures.
- Responsible for the creation and verification of all master price file uploads.
- Reconcile and correct any pricing discrepancies in ERP system.
- Support any price increases for the organization. Work with sales, management and product managers to implement the price changes into the market.
- Work with sales teams to establish deadlines for new/updated product line-item pricing setup responsibilities.
- Collaborate with Customer Service on item transitions, ISO’s, and new product launches to ensure pricing is available prior to PO placement.
- Partner with Customer Service management and EDI manager with price discrepancies on customer purchase orders compared to systems approved price.
- Completion of customer by brand and pricing reports analysis and projects as required
- Work effectively under daily/monthly deadlines and high- profile deliverables with minimal supervision.
- Prepares financial summaries and pricing analyses which will be presented at various review meetings.
- Support all SOX related activities both internal and external. This includes providing all requested documentation for an audit in a timely manner.
- Above average math comprehension is needed due to the financial nature of the position.
- Identify opportunities for process improvement and implement solutions.
- Evaluate customer accessorial and contract terms to minimize risks and strengthen profitability.
IDEAL CANDIDATE ATTRIBUTES:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Business, or related field.
- Proficient in MS Office including advanced level Microsoft excel skills required
- Experience with complex financial modeling, strong mathematical and accounting skills
- Strong analytical skills coupled with the ability to effectively articulate insights and recommend actions
- Experience in marketing and pricing for SaaS products including performing and interpreting quantitative research of pricing strategies
- Strong organizational and time management skills
- Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment and successfully manage multiple projects simultaneously
- Ability to dig into detail, manage complexity and drive decision making
- Must have the ability to communicate effectively across the entire organization
BENEFITS PACKAGE & EMPLOYEE PROGRAMS:
- Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance.
- Free Life and Disability Insurance.
- Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts.
- 401k with a 3% company match and annual employer discretionary contribution.
- Paid vacation, holidays, and sick time.
- Employee Assistance Program.
- Access to thousands of free online courses.
- Discounts on cell phones, movie tickets, gym memberships, and more!
- Education Assistance (both college degrees and professional certifications)
- Referral Program with a cash bonus.
- Access to on-demand pay.
- Paid parental leave.
Central Garden & Pet Company (NASDAQ: CENT) (NASDAQ: CENTA) understands that home is central to life and has proudly nurtured happy and healthy homes for over 40 years. With fiscal 2022 net sales of $3.3 billion, Central is on a mission to lead the future of the Pet and Garden industries. The Company’s innovative and trusted products are dedicated to helping lawns grow greener, gardens bloom bigger, pets live healthier and communities grow stronger. Central is home to a leading portfolio of more than 65 high-quality brands including Amdro®, Aqueon®, Cadet®, Farnam®, Ferry~Morse®, Four Paws®, Kaytee®, K&H®, Nylabone® and Pennington®, strong manufacturing and distribution capabilities, and a passionate, entrepreneurial growth culture. Central Garden & Pet is based in Walnut Creek, California, and has over 7,000 employees across North America and Europe. Visit www.central.com to learn more.
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.
