What are the responsibilities and job description for the Market Analyst position at Thatcher Company, Inc.?
Job Details
Description
Thatcher Company is a diversified chemical manufacturer and distributor. The company was founded in 1967 and has grown to be a major chemical supplier and distributor in the United States. Today, Thatcher Company employs more than 400 people, with headquarters located on 25 acres in the industrial area of Salt Lake City, Utah. Operating in a number of locations nationwide, Thatcher’s diversification, coupled with ever broadening product offerings, allows us to respond to the changing needs of our customers and the marketplace.
Bring your analytical and marketing skills to a company that is growing and work in an industry that has economic stability. Thatcher Company is seeking a market and sales analyst to complement a growing marketing and sales organization within the company.
Major Accountabilities
- Pricing Coordinator for $70M business segment, with responsibility for creating profitable margins for the business.
- Understand market factors such as raw material costs, freight & fuel costs, and industry trends to incorporate them into product pricing.
- ERP (Infor M3) maintenance. This includes entering, reviewing, and updating customer bid results, and publishing assembled data in the form of reports.
- Collaborate with the purchasing organization’s efforts regarding the requisition of raw materials for manufacturing and direct sales.
- Supplement the sales department by taking calls from customers with questions they may have about the market or their pricing.
- Effectively communicate verbally and in writing with customers regarding their needs, requests and changing market conditions. This may include SDS, Spec Sheets, Pricing Increases, Freight and Fuel Surcharges.
- Coordinate with operations management and the sales force to ensure accurate and timely delivery of product(s).
Qualifications
Desired Qualifications
- BA/BS degree in marketing, finance, business, technical sales, statistics, or an equivalent discipline.
- Prior “A-level” experience in technical sales or marketing (chemical industry preferred) a definite plus.
- Strong academic credentials may substitute for prior work experience.
- Above average computer literacy in MS Office, especially Excel, and the use of ERP Systems and other databases
What’s In It for You?
- Competitive salary ($50,000 - $60,000/ year)
- Defined contribution retirement plan that is 100% employer paid, up to 25% of your annual salary. The full 25% contribution has been made for 48 consecutive years.
- Hybrid work arrangements available after demonstrating proficiency and reliability in your duties
- Paid vacation and sick time that begins accruing after one month of employment.
- Benefit package includes health, accident, life, and dental insurance plans.
Salary : $50,000 - $60,000
