Pricing Analyst

About the company

Hydra-Power Systems (HPS) designs and manufactures integrated hydraulic circuit manifolds, custom power unit systems, and packaged power unit solutions, and distributes hydraulic and pneumatic components. Operations span two facilities, in Portland, Oregon and Birmingham, Alabama. Both sites are ISO 9001 certified and completed recertification in 2026. The company operates on EOS (Entrepreneurial Operating System): quarterly Rocks, weekly Level 10 meetings, scorecard measurables, and a live issues list worked through IDS. Quality measurables already appear on departmental scorecards.

About the role

The Pricing Analyst is responsible for handling day-to-day pricing requests and ensuring accuracy and compliance across all transactions. Beyond ticket resolution, this role is expected to identify broader pricing issues surfacing from operational activity and proactively propose solutions to the Pricing Manager. The Pricing Analyst also plays an active supporting role in pricing projects and strategy, bridging execution and analysis to contribute to the overall performance and continuous improvement of the pricing function.

Responsibilities

• Process and resolve incoming pricing tickets in a timely and accurate manner
• Ensure all pricing requests are handled in compliance with established pricing rules and policies
• Identify recurring issues or patterns emerging from tickets and escalate them to the Pricing Manager with proposed solutions
• Flag pricing anomalies, inconsistencies, or systemic issues observed through day-to-day ticket handling
• Assist the Pricing Manager in ongoing pricing projects and initiatives
• Contribute to pricing strategy discussions by providing ground-level insights drawn from operational activity
• Support margin analysis and reporting tasks as required
• Maintain accurate records of pricing requests, decisions, and outcomes
• Collaborate with sales, product, and finance teams to resolve complex pricing queries
• Participate in price revision processes and assist in updating price lists and tools

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree (B.A.) from a four-year college or university, and two years related experience or 5-8 years’ experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations
• Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from managers, clients, customers, and the general public
• Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, margins, commissions, proportions, and percentages
• Strong analytical and data interpretation skills to evaluate pricing and profitability scenarios
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft 365 (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) – intermediate to advanced Excel required
• Experience with Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems; Microsoft Dynamics 365 (D365) preferred
• Ability to create and maintain spreadsheets, reports, and presentations
• Competence in database tools and report writing applications
• Effective use of email and scheduling software for communication and coordination
• High degree of critical thinking and problem-solving skills
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form
• Ability to analyze and resolve problems involving multiple variables in standardized situations

Physical demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that an employee must meet to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions.

• Regularly required to sit, talk, or hear
• Frequently required to walk
• Occasionally required to stand, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl
• Must occasionally lift and/or move up to 15 pounds

Work environment

The work environment characteristics described here represent those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

• Moderate noise level in the work environment
• Occasional exposure to chemicals, odors, loud noise, and mechanical moving parts on the production/warehouse floor

Pay

Base salary of $29.00 - $33.00 per hour depending on experience, plus a target annual bonus. Placement within the range is determined by demonstrated experience, education, and certification.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off