Pricing Manager
CurrentResponsible for Management of computerized Customer Pricing for over 50 branches, developed and manage customized Pricing Matrix and oversee all Customer Price OverridesIntegrate Pricing Strategy with Marketing Promotions: Sales Management, Special Events, and AdvertisingDevelop Customer Segmentation and analyze Price Elasticity in order to attain Financial Budget ObjectivesSupport Division Managers (Plumbing, HVAC, Commercial, Municipal Utility, Builder Products, Electrical, and Tools) in developing Pricing Strategies for all product groups Support 20+ buyers in the control of Product Cost Basis, establishing guidelines for managing volitile commodity costingActive Inventory Control team member that develops Purchasing and Inventory Control Processes, oversees Central Warehousing operations; developed Inventory Devaluation and Liquidation process for slow moving inventorySupport all branches with training and assistance in developing habits that enhance Gross Profit growth and retention; providing regular review and evaluation of customer pricingMarch 1998 - May 2001 - Branch ManagerFebruary 1997 - March 1998 - Buyer