Pricing Analyst, Commercial

As a Pricing Analyst at Redwood Materials, your role is to maintain accurate pricing models for battery recycling feedstock, analyze market trends, and report on internal performance metrics. Your analytical skills will assist in identifying new revenue streams and improving purchasing agreements.

To excel as a Pricing Analyst at Redwood Materials, candidates should possess a Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Engineering, Business Administration, Finance, or a related field, along with 3+ years of experience in analytics, product management, or corporate strategy. Knowledge in battery materials or commodities is a plus.

In the Pricing Analyst position at Redwood Materials, you directly contribute to sustainability by optimizing the pricing of recycled battery materials. Your work helps create a circular supply chain that reduces waste and lowers environmental impact, aligning with the company’s mission.

For the Pricing Analyst role at Redwood Materials, proficiency in Excel, SQL, and various CRM systems is essential. You’ll also need to work with data visualization tools to communicate insights effectively to stakeholders with varying expertise.

The work environment for a Pricing Analyst at Redwood Materials is dynamic and fast-paced, characteristic of a startup. You will be encouraged to think independently while collaborating with various teams to meet common goals in a supportive atmosphere.

Successful Pricing Analysts at Redwood Materials display strong analytical skills, a sense of urgency, problem-solving abilities, and a passion for sustainability. Being a proactive communicator who can influence others and work cross-functionally is critical for success.

Yes! Working as a Pricing Analyst at Redwood Materials provides ample growth opportunities. You’ll gain insights into the electric vehicle supply chain, enhance your skills, and potentially progress to senior analytical or managerial roles as the company expands.

When developing pricing models, I focus on analyzing historic data, current market trends, and competing pricing strategies. My approach includes collaborating with cross-functional teams to gather insights and adapt the model as necessary, ensuring it stays relevant and accurate.

In my previous role, I presented market trend analysis that highlighted an emerging opportunity. By tailoring my presentation to the needed business outcomes, I was able to persuade stakeholders to adjust our pricing strategy, leading to a significant increase in revenue.

I utilize industry publications, join relevant webinars, and network with colleagues and suppliers to gather insights. Additionally, I analyze our internal sales data to identify patterns and inform my understanding of market conditions.

One challenging project I led involved revising a pricing model under tight deadlines. I overcame this by prioritizing key deliverables, leveraging automation tools for data analysis, and collaborating closely with my team to ensure we met our deadlines while maintaining accuracy.

To ensure competitiveness, I regularly benchmark our pricing against industry standards, access real-time market data, and engage with suppliers for their forecasts. This helps us adjust our pricing strategies proactively based on market shifts.

Excel and SQL are critical tools, but I also rely on data visualization software to present findings. Each tool helps to manipulate, analyze, and communicate complex data effectively to different audiences.

I simplify complex findings by focusing on the actionable insights and implications. I use visuals, like charts and graphs, to convey the data clearly, and I always ensure that I relate it back to business objectives.

When discrepancies arise, I take a systematic approach to validate the data through cross-referencing multiple sources. I will investigate the origin of the differences and make necessary adjustments before final reporting.

In my experience with RFQs, I ensure to develop clear and comprehensive requests that align with our organizational needs while evaluating supplier responses based on both cost and quality metrics.

I'm particularly drawn to Redwood Materials because of its innovative approach to battery recycling and commitment to sustainability. I share the passion for creating a circular supply chain and believe my skills can significantly contribute to this mission.