Pricing Analyst

This position requires you to be working in office, 3 days per week, from our Bala Cynwyd, PA office.

Position Summary

The Pricing Analyst supports the Merchandising organization by analyzing competitor pricing, reviewing margin structures, forecasting revenue outcomes, and evaluating pricing strategies that increase competitiveness and profitability. The role leverages quantitative and qualitative data to develop actionable pricing recommendations and works cross-functionally with Merchandising, Marketing, and Product teams to implement effective pricing strategies. Experience with price management and pricing optimization tools (e.g., PROS, Vendavo, Pricefx) is highly beneficial.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze competitor pricing, market conditions, and customer behavior to identify trends and benchmarks that inform pricing strategies.
• Evaluate pricing scenarios through statistical modeling and financial analysis to determine impacts on revenue, profitability, and market share.
• Recommend pricing strategies that align with market trends, product lifecycle stages, and category-level financial goals.
• Forecast revenue, profit margins, and sales performance using pricing, cost, and volume data to support category planning.
• Develop or enhance pricing tools, dashboards, and models that enable responsive and data-driven price adjustments across the assortment.
• Partner with Merchandising, Sales, Marketing, and Product teams to implement pricing recommendations and support promotional pricing initiatives.
• Prepare and present pricing insights, profitability analyses, and recommendations for leadership and cross-functional stakeholders.
• Stay current on pricing methodologies, industry trends, and analytical best practices to enhance pricing capabilities and competitiveness.

Education and Experience

• 3-5 years of experience required
• Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Mathematics, Statistics or related field (required)
• Master's Degree or related analytical discipline (preferred)

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of pricing strategies, revenue management, and market analysis
• Understanding of statistical modeling techniques and financial forecasting
• Familiarity with retail or distribution markets; automotive aftermarket knowledge a plus
• Working knowledge of pricing optimization or price management tools (e.g., PROS, Vendavo, Pricefx)
• Understanding of cost structures, margin analysis, and product lifecycle economics
• Knowledge of data visualization tools and analysis platforms (e.g., Excel, Power BI, Tableau)
• Strong quantitative, analytical, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to interpret complex data and translate insights into actionable pricing recommendations
• High proficiency with Excel; experience with statistical or analytical tools (R, Python, SQL) is a plus
• Effective communication and presentation skills, including ability to explain data findings to non-technical audiences
• Strong collaboration skills with the ability to influence cross-functional partners
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities
• Ability to work both independently and in team settings
• Strong business acumen with the ability to balance customer value and financial goals

Physical Demands/Work Environment

• Mostly office work; May require store visits.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits
• Life insurance
• Short Term Disability
• Supplemental benefits
• 401(k) with company match
• PTO and holiday pay
• On-demand pay partner (DailyPay)
• Reduced benefits available for part-time team members

Pep Boys is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status.

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