Strategic pricing manager

We are seeking a talented Strategic Pricing Manager, to join our Pricing team at Dayco in Burolo (TO).Summary of the position:The Strategic Pricing Manager is responsible for leading the pricing function to maximize profitability, market share, and revenue growth. This role manages a team of Pricing Analysts, ensuring execution of pricing strategies, competitive analysis, and financial modeling. The Manager collaborates closely with sales, marketing, finance, and product teams to optimize pricing structures, maintain compliance, and empower the organization with data-driven insights.Main Duties & Responsibilities Leadership & Team ManagementLead, mentor, and develop Pricing Analysts, fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.Set clear goals and KPIs for the pricing team, ensuring alignment with company objectives.Empower analysts to take ownership of pricing execution while providing strategic guidance.Strategic Pricing ExecutionDevelop and manage pricing strategies and policies aligned with organizational goalsConduct competitive analysis, market trend evaluation, and customer behavior studies to inform pricing decisions.Monitor pricing performance and adjust strategies to maximize revenue, profitability, and market llaborate with cross-functional teams to launch new products/services with optimal pricing structures.Oversee financial modeling and pricing simulations to assess the impact of pricing changes.Provide actionable pricing recommendations to senior management to support strategic decision-making.Ensure pricing compliance with legal and regulatory requirements.Tools & Systems ManagementManage pricing tools, databases, and reporting systems to ensure accuracy and timeliness of data.Leverage pricing optimization software, BI tools, and competitive intelligence platforms to drive insights.Ensure integration of pricing data with CRM and ERP systems for seamless execution.Train and support sales teams on pricing policies, negotiation strategies, and value-based selling.Partner with marketing and product teams to align pricing with brand positioning and product lifecycle.Facilitate communication across departments to ensure pricing strategies are well understood and executed.Requirement & SkillsMinimum 5/6 years of experience in Pricing DepartmentBachelor’s or Master’s degree in Marketing, Economics, or a related field.Fluency in English. Knowledge of French and Spanish is a plus.Proficiency in Excel, pricing optimization software, BI tools, and ERP/CRM systemsStrong analytical skills to interpret large data sets, solve issues, assess trends, identify opportunities, and support data-driven decisionsStrong market knowledge and understanding of related processes, strategies, and best practicesAbility to effectively communicate and collaborate with sales teams and other stakeholdersVisionary leadership to facilitate strategic plans and empower and develop teams to drive actionable resultsTechnical knowledge and proficiency in relevant areas (e.g., engineering concepts, data analysis)Strategic mindset with the ability to focus on the big picture and translate it into actionable stepsCreative thinker with an ownership mindset and a focus on continuous improvementGlobal Headquarters Dayco Incorporated 401 S. Old Woodward Avenue, Suite 308 Birmingham, MI 48009 United States