Entry Level - Pricing Analyst

Pricing AnalystKavaliro is seeking a Pricing Analyst for one of our Jacksonville clients. This position will be onsite five days a week and top candidates will be able to provide a high level of customer service and insights into a variety of reporting. Key ResponsibilitiesCollaborate with pricing and planning teams to develop and recommend pricing strategies that enhance profitability across products, customers, or regions, including modeling revenue and margin opportunities. Conduct detailed analyses of product and competitive data to optimize regular pricing for merchandising categories and track performance metrics such as sales and margins. Partner with inventory management, marketing, and merchandising teams to optimize promotional pricing, analyze outcomes, and recommend items and pricing for future campaigns. Support the development of pricing strategies by assisting in policy creation and ensuring alignment with competitive positioning and profitability goals. Assess pricing exception requests for feasibility and reasonableness. Perform data analysis using Excel and database tools to support pricing initiatives. Contribute to strategic pricing projects identified by company leadership. Combine diverse information and use research, intuition, and experience to design workflows and successfully implement sales and marketing programs that deliver measurable growth. Analyze market trends and competition to identify opportunities and risks while adapting to dynamic conditions. Align pricing activities with strategic organizational goals, focusing on profitability and market competitiveness. QualificationsHigh school diploma or GED required; bachelor's degree preferred. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a detail-oriented mindset. Preferred experience in retail/wholesale pricing, merchandising, or marketing analysis at both strategic and tactical levels. Familiarity with pricing optimization and modeling within retail or wholesale environments. Knowledge of statistical and pricing models with experience in financial and business analysis related to sales and margins. Proficiency in Excel (advanced level) and SQL; understanding of business intelligence tools is a plus. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to present to executive leadership. Self-motivated with a strong sense of ownership and the ability to work independently. Experience interacting with executives and managing presentations effectively. Familiarity with AS400 systems is an advantage. Passion for learning, growth, and improving processes. Comfort navigating ambiguity and adapting to shifting priorities. Proficiency in English to ensure compliance with safety standards, policies, and procedures.