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Xylem is a Fortune 500 global water solutions company dedicated to advancing sustainable impact and empowering the people who make water work every day. As a leading water technology company with 23,000 employees operating in over 150 countries, Xylem is at the forefront of addressing the world's most critical water challenges. We invite passionate individuals to join our team, dedicated to exceeding customer expectations through innovative and sustainable solutions.

Xylem is seeking a **Pricing Analyst** to play a critical role in driving both strategic and transactional pricing initiatives within our Applied Water business. This position is responsible for ensuring pricing data accuracy, supporting customer quote reviews, conducting detailed pricing and margin analyses, auditing key pricing decisions, and delivering actionable insights that enable profitable growth.

The ideal candidate will bring strong analytical skills, meticulous attention to detail, and the ability to collaborate effectively across functions. This role requires a proactive mindset focused on continuous improvement and advancing pricing maturity throughout the organization.

Key Responsibilities

+ **Pricing Database Management**

+ Maintain and continuously improve pricing systems, including list prices, discount structures, and customer-specific terms.

+ Ensure data accuracy and integrity across all pricing tools and systems.

+ Partner with IT and business teams to enhance database functionality and automation.

+ **Quote Support & Pricing Facilitation**

+ Collaborate with Sales, Product Management, and Finance to validate pricing on customer quotes and proposals.

+ Ensure all pricing aligns with established strategies, margin targets, and contractual guidelines.

+ Provide data-driven insights and recommendations to support quote approvals and customer negotiations.

+ **Pricing Analysis & Reporting**

+ Conduct detailed analyses on pricing, margins, and win/loss outcomes to identify improvement opportunities.

+ Develop dashboards and reports that translate data into actionable commercial insights.

+ Support leadership with data visualizations and KPIs that measure pricing performance.

+ **Project Pricing Audits**

+ Review and audit past project pricing to ensure compliance with policy and profitability targets.

+ Identify process gaps, recommend corrective actions, and support process improvement initiatives.

+ **General Pricing Support**

+ Serve as a subject matter expert for pricing-related inquiries and strategic initiatives.

+ Contribute to the development and rollout of pricing tools, governance frameworks, and training programs.

+ Support cross-functional projects aimed at driving pricing consistency and operational excellence.

Qualifications

+ Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business, Information Systems, Data Analytics, or related field.

+ Minimum 3 years of experience in pricing, finance, or business analytics.

+ Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (e.g., pivot tables, lookups, formulas).

+ Experience with pricing tools, ERP/CRM systems, and data visualization platforms (e.g., Power BI, Tableau).

+ Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with exceptional attention to detail.

+ Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration abilities.

+ Experience supporting sales or customer-facing teams is preferred.

Preferred Attributes

+ Strong business acumen with an understanding of cost structures and pricing strategies.

+ Familiarity with basic scripting or query languages (SQL, VBA, Python) for data management and validation.

+ Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

+ Continuous improvement mindset with an eagerness to streamline and modernize pricing processes.

The estimated salary range for this position is $80,000 to $100,000 plus bonus.   Starting pay is dependent on multiple factors, such as skills, experience and work location, and is not typically at the top of the range.  At Xylem we offer a competitive compensation package with a generous benefit package, including Medical, Dental, Vision plans, 401(k) with company contribution, paid time off, paid parental leave and tuition reimbursement.

Join the global Xylem team to be a part of innovative technology solutions transforming water usage, conservation, and re-use. Our products impact public utilities, industrial sectors, residential areas, and commercial buildings, with a commitment to providing smart metering, network technologies, and advanced analytics for water, electric, and gas utilities. Partner with us in creating a world where water challenges are met with ingenuity and dedication; where we recognize the power of inclusion and belonging in driving innovation and allowing us to compete more effectively around the world.

At Xylem, you'll not only contribute to solving water issues but also have the chance to make a difference through our paid Volunteer Program, Xylem Watermark. We prioritize our employees' well-being through inclusion and belonging as well as our Employee Resource Groups (ERG). Proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity (including disability and veterans) and Affirmative Action workplace, Xylem fosters an inclusive environment free from discrimination or harassment.

Please note that the information in this job description outlines the general nature of the position and is not an exhaustive list of duties. Xylem is dedicated to providing reasonable accommodations to enable all employees to perform their essential job functions. We reserve the right to modify this job description and assign additional duties as needed. Embrace the opportunity to be part of Xylem's transformative journey in shaping the future of water technology! #XylemCareers #GlobalImpact #WaterInnovation