Proactively work with Applied’s Canadian Pricing Team, Chargeback Team, Strategic Account team (SA), Branch Service center (SC) Field Sales/Operations and Corporate Operations teams to support Applied’s revenue and margin growth plans
Lead or assist in Pricing activities including pricing and margin analysis, gross margin enhancement activities, rebate analysis, and other activities as required
Work with the Digital Order Desk Team and Field to help onboard and implement digital/portal accounts
Lead/support efforts to normalize and identify products contained in Strategic Account client Request for Pricing (RFP) data files and repricing exercice
Provide input into how Applied’s Client RFP processes can be improved and automated
Work with SAMs/BDMs/field personnel to establish appropriate Pricing and supplier Chargebacks (CB) for each Client RFP
Input all required data into SAP in a timely and efficient manner
Ensure that the correct landed, rebated costs, gross margins (or mark ups), and price levels are calculated correctly for all primary and alternative suppliers requested/allowed by SA or Field clients during each RFP
Proactively enhance product knowledge in primary product Bearing & Power Transmission (BPT) and product Fluid Power & Industrial Maintenance Supply/Maintenance area
Support the utilization of tools and processes, that that can improve Applied’s quotation and pricing activities
Communicate with clients as required to support the development of an accurate SA client RFP response
Other activities to support business needs as required
Train and mentor other team members as required
Requirements
Good data manipulation and normalization skill level
Strong communicator and negotiator
Proactive, confident and self-assured
Highly ethical and acts with integrity at all times
Competitive, driven and detail oriented
Able to handle ambiguity and conflict
Strong interest in learning new technologies
Experience with SAP Pricing modules is an asset
High proficiency in Microsoft Excel (Good at manipulating data within spreadsheets and databases)
Fundamental understanding in pricing structures and strategies
Goal and results oriented individual who can juggle priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Excellent communication, negotiation, and analytical skills
Must be able to set priorities, manage and organize a diverse set of job responsibilities, and work within deadlines
Positive can-do attitude, team player
Strategic thinker with a strong business analytic skill set (think outside the box
Industry knowledge in wholesale or distribution
Able to work independently
Exhibits leadership skills to others within the group
Attention to detail and accuracy is essential
The ability to interact with client and supplier personnel in an effective and professional manner
5 or more years of industry experience is an asset
Experience and knowledge in Bearings & P.T.
Experience with FP & MRO products is an asset
Benefits
Competitive compensation and bonus opportunities
Health, vision, and dental coverage, RRSP w/ company match
Paid vacation, sick time, and company holidays
Tuition reimbursement and opportunities for development
Company supported community involvement opportunities
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