Pricing and Product Analyst

Title : Pricing and Product Analyst

Location : St. Cloud, MN-Hybrid

Job Type : Permanent/Direct-Hire

Compensation : $65,000-$75,000 + Bonus Opportunity

Industry: Manufacturing

About The Role Our client, a growing manufacturer and distributor in the architectural and commercial lighting industry, is seeking a Pricing and Product Analyst to join their team. This position plays a key role in developing competitive pricing strategies, maintaining product data integrity, supporting new product launches, and providing analytical insights that drive profitable growth.

The ideal candidate combines strong Excel and analytical skills with a market research mindset and an interest in both pricing strategy and product management. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys working with data, forecasting trends, evaluating margins, and influencing business decisions in a fast-paced, growth-oriented environment.

Job Description As the Pricing and Product Analyst, you will be responsible for managing product pricing, maintaining product information across systems, conducting competitive market analysis, and supporting the introduction of new products. Working cross-functionally with sales, marketing, operations, and accounting teams, you will help ensure products are priced competitively, data remains accurate, and business decisions are supported by meaningful analysis.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain product pricing to support competitiveness and profitability.
• Analyze product costs, margins, and market conditions to recommend pricing adjustments.
• Create forecasts and pricing models to support business planning and decision-making.
• Monitor competitor pricing and industry trends to identify opportunities and risks.
• Conduct market research and benchmarking to inform pricing and product strategies.
• Maintain accurate product data, specifications, pricing, and SKU information across business systems.
• Support new product launches, including SKU setup, product data management, and inventory planning.
• Analyze product sales and inventory performance to identify opportunities for optimization.
• Coordinate custom and special-order requests, including pricing, specifications, and vendor communication.
• Collaborate with sales, marketing, product, and accounting teams to support business objectives.
• Generate reports and insights using Excel and other analytical tools to support ongoing decision-making.

Qualifications Required Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in pricing, product management, purchasing, business analysis, or a related analytical role.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including data analysis, modeling, and reporting.
• Strong analytical, mathematical, and problem-solving skills.
• Experience evaluating costs, margins, profitability, and pricing strategies.
• Ability to conduct market research and competitive pricing analysis.
• High attention to detail with strong organizational skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively across departments.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Marketing, Economics, Supply Chain, or a related field.
• Experience in manufacturing, distribution, consumer products, industrial products, or related industries.
• Experience supporting product lifecycle management and new product introductions.
• Knowledge of CRM, ERP, or product information management systems.
• Experience with Salesforce, QuickBooks, or similar business platforms.
• Experience working with international suppliers or cross-cultural business partners.
• Familiarity with inventory planning, forecasting, and demand analysis.
• Knowledge of EOS/Traction or other business operating systems.

Benefits This position offers an excellent benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, along with a Health Savings Account (HSA) featuring a company match. Employees are also eligible for a 401(k) plan with up to a 4% company match, paid holidays, paid time off (PTO), and life insurance. In addition, team members can earn an annual bonus based on both individual and organizational performance.

How To Apply Take the first step on your new career path! To submit yourself for consideration for this role, simply click the apply button and complete our mobile-friendly online application. Once we’ve reviewed your application details, a recruiter will reach out to you with next steps!

Equal Opportunity Statement As an equal opportunity employer, Dahl Consulting welcomes candidates of all backgrounds and experiences to apply. If this position sounds like the right opportunity for you, we encourage you to take the next step and connect with us. We look forward to meeting you!

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