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PRICING SPECIALIST

Pricing Specialist - Zambia

Sandvik Mining and Construction Zambia is a Sales Unit based in Kitwe, within Sandvik Mining and Rock Solutions, a Business Area, a leading supplier of equipment and tools, service and support for the mining industry. We also provide solutions and knowledge in a wide range of applications such as rock drilling, rock cutting, loading and hauling, tunnelling and quarrying.

We operate sustainably and responsibly. To achieve this, we always act following our high ethical standards, putting safety first and always showing respect for the environment and the communities in which we operate.

Job Description Summary

To create and maintain effective pricing strategies that promote and maximise the profitability of the organisation

Support the development and implementation of profitable and sustainable pricing strategies and plans within own area of responsibility.

Provides support within the area of Pricing, mainly, but not only, of administrative character.
Maintains databases, price lists, document archives etc.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Conduct thorough market analysis to evaluate pricing trends, competitor pricing, and consumer demand
Develop and implement pricing strategies and models that align with business objectives
Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including sales, marketing, and finance, to ensure pricing strategies are effectively communicated and executed
Utilize data analytics tools to assess pricing performance and identify areas for optimization
Prepare detailed pricing reports and presentations for stakeholders to support data-driven decision-making
Monitor and analyse the impact of pricing changes on sales performance and profitability
Support new product launches with pricing analysis and provide guidance on discounting or promotional strategies
Ensure compliance with internal policies, industry regulations and pricing integrity across all product lines
Monitor pricing performance and adjust strategies based on market changes and customer feed back.
Prepare reports and presentations for management to communicate pricing strategies, performance metrics and recommendations for adjustments

Competency

Technical/Functional

Analytical skills
Pricing Strategy Development
Collaboration
Performance Monitoring
Presentation Skills
Customer & Market Intelligence
Knowledge of Sale Channels
Negotiation skills
Business acumen

Education & Experience

Grade 12 Certificate
Degree or diploma in business, finance, marketing, sales or related fields
4 years’ experience in a pricing role
Inside market analysis experience
Intermediate English proficiency
Microsoft Office is minimum at intermediate level.

Other Requirements

Aurora experience (or other similar system) will be highly beneficial.
Ability to work flexible hours.
Availability and ability to travel within assigned area/territory as required.

A glimpse of our culture

Sandvik is an Equal Opportunities employer and seeks to recruit, retain and develop staff from all sectors of the community and will ensure that no applicant or staff member receives less favorable treatment on the grounds of gender, sexual orientation, marital status, social status, caste, race, ethnic origin, religious belief, age, HIV status, disability, or any other factor that cannot be shown to be relevant to performance.

At Sandvik, we believe that diversity of experience, perspective and background will lead to a better environment for our employees, our business, and, thereby, our customers. Visit our stories hub, LinkedIn or Facebook to get to know us better.

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