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The Container Store · 2 months ago

Pricing Lead

US-TX-Coppell

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

3+ years exp

The Container Store is a leading specialty retailer of storage and organization products in the United States. The Pricing Lead position is responsible for developing and managing strategic pricing programs to drive profitable growth while collaborating with various operational teams.

Customer ServiceDeliveryFurnitureHome DecorOffice SuppliesRetail

No H1B

Responsibilities

Drives the development of pricing, promotional and clearance programs to maximize profitability across all channels

Assesses performance of active, ‘slow-moving’ items and reviews exceptions with Demand Planner and Commercial lead to confirm exit strategies if required

Assesses performance of discontinued SKUs to and recommends further price reductions as needed to Commercial General Manager

Assesses ownership and rate of sale of discontinued product in stores and eComm/Distribution Centers and provides selling insights to Store leadership and Location Planners

Develops recommended pricing for further reductions on Clearance SKUs post the first initial reduction from Demand Planners

Collaborates cross-functionally to support execution of pricing processes, including managing price record files, executing price changes and promotions, ensuring pricing integrity and compliance

Defines, develops and implements overall pricing guardrails and methodologies (e.g., initial mark-up targets, approved exceptions, clearance pricing ladder, etc.)

Drives pricing analytics, testing and tracking; determines implications for the business and communicates findings across the organization

Ensures price competitiveness through benchmarking, testing/pilots and other diagnostics, particularly in key value perception categories

Creates ad hoc reporting to enable analysis, recaps, and refinement of pricing and promotional decisions

Leads Pricing Analyst and supports Commercial Leads in key pricing tactic decisions

Responsible for maintaining discretion related to all confidential/sensitive company and customer information

Performs other requested tasks and duties

Qualification

Pricing strategy developmentAnalytical skillsSQL proficiencyTableau proficiencyMicroStrategy knowledgePower BI knowledgeRetail experienceCommunication skillsTime managementAttention to detailCollaboration skillsLeadership experience

Required

Bachelor's degree required

A minimum of three years of experience in pricing and complex analytics required

Strong analytical skills including demonstrated aptitude with financial analysis and ability to generate insight from large and complex data sets

Strategic thinker as well as tactical executor

Proficient in SQL

Based in Dallas/Ft. Worth area

Ability to travel 10% a year, based on the business needs

Strong computer skills: proficiency in advanced Excel, Outlook, Word, PowerPoint

Is influential throughout the organization and is considered a trusted ally

Able to see and reinforce link between business strategy and pricing strategy

Demonstrates strong quantitative skills and analytical approach to problem solving

Understanding of pricing processes and best practices

Ensures collaboration across business functions

Able to ensure pricing compliance

Experience managing others including career development, directing and evaluating work

Ability to communicate clearly and effectively in a professional manner, both orally and in writing, at all levels within and outside the organization

Strong time management and organizational skills with the ability to successfully manage multiple projects at once

Possesses focused attention to detail while working quickly and accurately under pressure

Makes strategic and effective decisions in the best interest of our customers and our company, taking care to objectively process information

Preferred

Advanced degree with analytic or quantitative focus

Retail experience strongly preferred

Power BI knowledge a plus

Benefits

Competitive health, dental, and vision plans to keep you and your loved ones well.

401(k) retirement savings plan with optional investment guidance and assistance offered through Fidelity.

Unique "1equals3" website for easy access to your benefits information and company updates.

We've got your back! Competitive sick pay and PTO plan to ensure you can take time off to recharge and come back feeling your best.

Peace-of-mind benefits: Basic life insurance, disability insurance options, accident insurance, critical illness insurance, hospital indemnity insurance and flexible spending accounts (FSAs).

Family-focused support: Considerate parental leave policies, adoption and surrogacy assistance, and fertility & maternity support program.

Work-life balance boosters: Paid holidays, gym membership discounts, and a qualified transportation benefits program to save on commutes.

Discounts galore: Enjoy a hefty discount on our amazing products, including merchandise, custom spaces, and services, gift cards, and pet insurance (because fur-babies matter!).

Recognition you deserve: We honor our employees with service awards and retirement gifts, celebrate those who exemplify our core principles, and recognize exceptional daily contributions.

Thriving with diversity: Participate in our Employee Resource and Affinity Groups and help guide how we give back to the community, while having a space to connect, support one another, and celebrate cultural heritages.