Pricing and Competitive Intelligence Analyst

Summary

Pricing And Competitive Intelligence AnalystThe Pricing and Competitive Intelligence department accumulates, analyzes, and verifies dealer pricing for suitability within the Costco Auto Program. The Analyst is required to maintain a high-level working knowledge of the automobile business and a multitude of vehicle specifics with regards to, but not limited to Manufacturers, makes, models, trim levels, options, and incentives. The Analyst is responsible for understanding'market' retail vehicle pricing through a variety of resources and provides timely work performed to identify anomalies in current and potential participating dealership's program pricing.Essential Duties And ResponsibilitiesReview vehicle pricing anomalies within dealer-submitted vehicle pricing matrixesUnderstand individual dealership and market factors that affect the pricingValidate the provided pricing using available resources and by speaking with the Authorized Pricing Contact to determine if the pricing submitted is correct to what was intended, and does not circumnavigate program pricing parametersCreate rapport with assigned dealerships that supplements the ZBC and increases the dealer's knowledge of the ProgramComprehension of pricing guidelines and has the ability articulate others; provide recommendations on how to resolve inconsistenciesEscalate the pricing for further evaluation when the pricing is significantly outside of CAP benchmarksDetermine whether a Comp Shop, a Price Verification audit, or a Shadow Shop is needed to validate the pricing, make the request and follow-up for results.Provide ongoing support for Zone Business Consultants in assigned territoriesDocument all conversations with participating dealerships in databaseMaintain open dialog with PCI Department Manager and Executive Director, as well as Field Regional Managers and the Executive Director of Field Operations and SupportReview and determine Pricing Proposals for new Participating Dealers.Review and determine Price Variances as requestedSuggest improvements to the data gathering and implementation process.Other duties as assigned.Requirements/QualificationsTwo-year College or university; and/or related experience; or equivalent combination of education and experienceExcellent written and verbal communication skillsDetail-oriented; able to multi-task and organizeExcellent follow-up, relationship building and interpersonal skillsSelf-motivated, must be able to work independently with minimal supervisionContinually strives to improve skills and knowledgeMust be flexible and adaptable to changeMust be able to meet deadlines.Must be a team player and work well with others.Friendly demeanor & positive attitudeIntermediate PC user with knowledge of MS Office software and the internet

Job Description

Pricing And Competitive Intelligence AnalystThe Pricing and Competitive Intelligence department accumulates, analyzes, and verifies dealer pricing for suitability within the Costco Auto Program. The Analyst is required to maintain a high-level working knowledge of the automobile business and a multitude of vehicle specifics with regards to, but not limited to Manufacturers, makes, models, trim levels, options, and incentives. The Analyst is responsible for understanding'market' retail vehicle pricing through a variety of resources and provides timely work performed to identify anomalies in current and potential participating dealership's program pricing.Essential Duties And ResponsibilitiesReview vehicle pricing anomalies within dealer-submitted vehicle pricing matrixesUnderstand individual dealership and market factors that affect the pricingValidate the provided pricing using available resources and by speaking with the Authorized Pricing Contact to determine if the pricing submitted is correct to what was intended, and does not circumnavigate program pricing parametersCreate rapport with assigned dealerships that supplements the ZBC and increases the dealer's knowledge of the ProgramComprehension of pricing guidelines and has the ability articulate others; provide recommendations on how to resolve inconsistenciesEscalate the pricing for further evaluation when the pricing is significantly outside of CAP benchmarksDetermine whether a Comp Shop, a Price Verification audit, or a Shadow Shop is needed to validate the pricing, make the request and follow-up for results.Provide ongoing support for Zone Business Consultants in assigned territoriesDocument all conversations with participating dealerships in databaseMaintain open dialog with PCI Department Manager and Executive Director, as well as Field Regional Managers and the Executive Director of Field Operations and SupportReview and determine Pricing Proposals for new Participating Dealers.Review and determine Price Variances as requestedSuggest improvements to the data gathering and implementation process.Other duties as assigned.Requirements/QualificationsTwo-year College or university; and/or related experience; or equivalent combination of education and experienceExcellent written and verbal communication skillsDetail-oriented; able to multi-task and organizeExcellent follow-up, relationship building and interpersonal skillsSelf-motivated, must be able to work independently with minimal supervisionContinually strives to improve skills and knowledgeMust be flexible and adaptable to changeMust be able to meet deadlines.Must be a team player and work well with others.Friendly demeanor & positive attitudeIntermediate PC user with knowledge of MS Office software and the internet