Marketing Analyst - Pricing

Job description

Your main objective is to support FedEx with creative and solid pricing for our existing and potential customers in order to win, grow and retain revenue. You will also display an eagerness to take on new tasks and develop knowledge of the pricing function, participate in (cross-functional) projects, whilst striving to improve processes within the department. You must be comfortable prioritising a busy workload and must demonstrate a high level of analytic and quantitative competency. You will be working in an exciting, fast-paced environment and will enjoy the opportunity to drive your professional development forward.

Key Activities/Accountabilities of the role include:

• Apply your analytical skills to thoroughly evaluate quantitative information
• For every customer, balance profitability and willingness-to-pay
• Collaborate with colleagues in other business units (Sales, Sales Solutions, Legal), ensuring that company ambitions are achieved successfully
• Identify areas of improvement, and then own and drive the improvement across the team
• Monitor customers’ performance and proactively drive improvement opportunities
• Supporting or leading projects by applying area of expertise
• (In)directly support our sales organisation in RFQ and contract negotiations
• Advise Senior Leadership on commercial topics, such as market/account/industry performance, internal cost, and price/competitor positioning
• (In)directly support our sales organisation in RFQ and contract negotiations Above all: become a pricing expert and lead our organisation within your field of expertise

The ideal candidate would have:

• University Education (or equivalent through experience)
• Experience in Commercial, Finance, Pricing or Marketing environment (or other relevant area)
• Strong analytical (numeric & strategic) and process thinking capabilities · Advanced Microsoft Excel skills. knowledge of Access, SAS or equivalent tool is a plus ·
• International and Domestic business awareness/experience ·
• Fluent in English (spoken and written) as a minimum requirement, where the following additional languages are considered as a Plus: French, Italian or German
• Experience in dealing with sales and management in a fact-based and open manner
• Analytical experience with Marketing, Finance or Sales with emphasis on pricing, analysis or approval capacity in a business environment is a plus
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to work independently, manage multiple tasks simultaneously, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

What do we offer:

• Attractive compensation package
• Training to get you started and on-the-job learning opportunities
• Extensive learning resources to further develop your skills and knowledge
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Employee Assistance Program for you and your family in difficult life situations
• Employee reduced-rate shipping
• Great career opportunities
• FedEx is one of the worlds most admired companies and trusted brands year after year

Bring your ideas, individuality, and dreams to our global community. Feel good about where you work. Choose your career path - we’re ready to invest in your development. Join FedEx.

FedEx was built on a philosophy that puts people first, one we take seriously. We are an equal opportunity employer and we are committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce in which we provide growth opportunities for all

Our Company

FedEx is one of the world's largest express transportation companies and has consistently been selected as one of the top 10 World’s Most Admired Companies by "Fortune" magazine. Every day FedEx delivers for its customers with transportation and business solutions, serving more than 220 countries and territories around the globe. We can serve this global network due to our outstanding team of FedEx team members, who are tasked with making every FedEx experience outstanding.

Our Philosophy

The People-Service-Profit philosophy (P-S-P) describes the principles that govern every FedEx decision, policy or activity. FedEx takes care of our people; they, in turn, deliver the impeccable service demanded by our customers, who reward us with the profitability necessary to secure our future. The essential element in making the People-Service-Profit philosophy such a positive force for the company is where we close the circle, and return these profits back into the business, and invest back in our people. Our success in the industry is attributed to our people. Through our P-S-P philosophy, we have a work environment that encourages team members to be innovative in delivering the highest possible quality of service to our customers. We care for their well-being, and value their contributions to the company.

Our Culture

Our culture is important for many reasons, and we intentionally bring it to life through our behaviors, actions and activities in every part of the world. The FedEx culture and values have been a cornerstone of our success and growth since we began in the early 1970’s. While other companies can copy our systems, infrastructure and processes, our culture makes us unique and is often a differentiating factor as we compete and grow in today’s global marketplace.