Manager Pricing, Purchasing & Analytics

About the Role:

The Manager of Pricing, Purchasing & Analytics plays a critical role in driving the financial performance and competitive positioning of our retail operations across the United States. This position is responsible for developing and executing pricing strategies that maximize profitability while maintaining market competitiveness. The role involves overseeing purchasing activities to ensure optimal inventory levels, cost efficiency, and supplier relationship management. Additionally, the manager will lead data-driven analytics initiatives to provide actionable insights that support strategic decision-making across merchandising and supply chain functions. Ultimately, this role ensures that pricing, purchasing, and analytics efforts are aligned to deliver sustainable business growth and enhanced customer value.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Finance, Supply Chain Management, Economics, or 3-5 years experience in a related field.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in pricing, purchasing, or analytics within the retail industry.
• Proven experience managing supplier relationships and negotiating contracts.
• Strong analytical skills with proficiency in data analysis tools such as Excel, SQL, or business intelligence software.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills with experience managing a team.

Preferred Qualifications:

• 4 yr. degree in Business Administration, Data Analytics, or 3-5 YEARS experience in a related discipline.
• Experience with advanced analytics platforms such as Tableau, Power BI, or Python for data modeling.
• Knowledge of retail merchandising and inventory management systems.
• Certification in Supply Chain Management (e.g., APICS CPIM or CSCP) or Pricing (e.g., Certified Pricing Professional).
• Experience working in a fast-paced, multi-location retail environment.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement comprehensive pricing strategies based on market trends, competitive analysis, and internal financial goals.
• Manage purchasing processes including supplier negotiations, contract management, and inventory optimization to reduce costs and improve supply chain efficiency.
• Lead the collection, analysis, and interpretation of sales, pricing, and purchasing data to identify opportunities for margin improvement and operational efficiencies.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with merchandising, finance, marketing, and supply chain teams to align strategies and support business objectives.
• Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) related to pricing, purchasing, and inventory to ensure targets are met and report findings to senior leadership.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives by leveraging analytics tools and methodologies to enhance decision-making and forecasting accuracy.
• Supervise and mentor a team of pricing analysts and purchasing specialists, fostering a culture of data-driven performance and professional development.

Skills:

In this role, strong analytical skills are essential for interpreting complex data sets to inform pricing and purchasing decisions that directly impact profitability. Proficiency with data analysis and visualization tools enables the manager to generate clear, actionable insights and communicate findings effectively to stakeholders. Leadership and communication skills are used daily to guide and develop a team, ensuring alignment with strategic goals and fostering collaboration across departments. Negotiation and supplier management skills are critical for securing favorable purchasing terms and maintaining strong vendor partnerships. Additionally, adaptability and problem-solving abilities help the manager respond to market changes and operational challenges with innovative solutions.