Pricing Analyst II

Pricing Analyst II

At Valvoline Global Operations, we're proud to be The Original Motor Oil, but we've never rested on being first. Founded in 1866, we introduced the world's first branded motor oil, staking our claim as a pioneer in the automotive and industrial solutions industry. Today, as an affiliate of Aramco, one of the world's largest integrated energy and chemicals companies, we are driven by innovation and committed to creating sustainable solutions for a better future. With a global presence, we develop future-ready products and provide best-in-class services for our partners around the world. For us, originality isn't just about where we began; it's about where we're headed and how we'll lead the way. We are originality in motion. Our corporate valuesCare, Integrity, Passion, Unity, and Excellenceare at the heart of everything we do. These values define how we operate, how we treat one another, and how we engage with our partners, customers, and the communities we serve. At Valvoline Global, we are united in our commitment to: Treating everyone with care. Acting with unwavering integrity. Striving for excellence in all endeavors. Delivering on our commitments with passion. Collaborating as one unified team.

When you join Valvoline Global, you'll become part of a culture that celebrates creativity, innovation, and excellence. Together, we're shaping the future of automotive and industrial solutions.

Careers for the Driven Valvoline has a rewarding opportunity as a Pricing Analyst II. We whole-heartedly adopt a 'never idle' mindset. We also know that outstanding service begins and ends with our employees. So, we're looking for good people to join our team. You bring your skills, talents, and drive. We will give you a great place to work, a competitive salary and benefits, and the resources and support to develop and advance within our global company.

Job Purpose

The Pricing Analyst II supports strategic pricing initiatives for both new and existing customer opportunities by providing analytical insights and data-driven recommendations. This role independently analyzes pricing performance, market trends, customer profitability, and competitive positioning to develop pricing recommendations that align with business objectives. The analyst serves as a trusted partner to Sales, Marketing, Finance, Product Strategy, and Operations by interpreting pricing data, addressing pricing inquiries, recommending process improvements, and ensuring pricing accuracy across systems.

How You Make an Impact

Analyze customer pricing, financial, and market data to identify trends, providing actionable recommendations that align with business objectives Interpret pricing reports and dashboards to identify patterns, explain business impacts, and communicate insights to leadership and business partners Perform pricing root cause analysis to investigate pricing discrepancies, margin erosion, customer pricing issues, and system exceptions Review pricing exceptions, discount requests, promotions, rebates, and marketing programs to ensure alignment with pricing strategy and business objectives Support pricing approval workflows, including the setup of new customers and the maintenance of pricing data within systems Maintain and audit customer pricing records, price lists, and pricing agreements to ensure data accuracy and integrity Develop and maintain pricing models, reports, dashboards, and analytical tools that improve pricing visibility and decision-making Partner with Sales, Marketing, Finance, Product Management, and Operations to evaluate pricing strategies and support customer negotiations Identify opportunities to improve pricing processes, reporting, automation, and system functionality while driving best practices across the organization Contribute to special projects and ad hoc analyses to support business priorities

What You Bring to the Role

BS in Finance, Accounting, Management, or related field preferred Preferred but not required, 2+ years of pricing and/or finance related experience, preferably in a distributed services organization Analytical and critical thinking skills with the ability to identify trends, patterns, and root causes; experience with financial or business modeling is a plus Proficiency with Excel Effective verbal and written communication skills Ability to clearly present insights to both technical and non-technical audiences Understanding of pricing concepts, including discounts, rebates, promotions, pricing governance, and customer profitability Ability to independently research business issues and develop practical, data-driven solutions Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and data accuracy Ability to drive change and implement best practices to enhance operational performance Familiarity with financial reporting Ability to prioritize multiple projects in a fast-paced environment Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team environment Experience working with SalesForce, CPQ, PriceFX, or pricing software is preferred but not required

Benefits That Drive Themselves Health insurance plans (medical, dental, vision) HSA and flexible spending accounts 401(k) Incentive opportunity* Life insurance Short and long-term disability insurance Paid vacation and holidays* Employee Assistance Program Employee discounts Tuition reimbursement* Adoption assistance* *Terms and conditions apply, and benefits may differ depending on position. Valvoline Global is an equal opportunity employer. We are dedicated to fostering an environment where every individual feels valued, respected, and empowered to contribute their unique perspectives and skills. We strictly prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind, regardless of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability, genetics, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other legally protected characteristic.

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Email: Valvolineglobalcareers@valvolineglobal.com