Junior Pricing Strategist - SimVentions, Inc - Glassdoor ✪ 4.6 : Job Details

Overview:

SimVentions is a 100% employee-owned business and has consistently been voted one of Virginia's Best Places to Work. We are looking for an entry level Pricing Strategist to join our team! We are seeking a motivated, passionate teammate who will work as an integral member of the contract support staff and serve as a trusted business advisor to the operations team. Duties will include preparing and maintaining cost/price estimates for all phases of the proposal process, from development through negotiations. This will include research and analysis of historical data, development cost/price models, conducting risk assessments, and participating in should-cost and pricing reviews. You will work directly with the Pricing Manager, Contracts Director, and operations staff to analyze market data and subcontractor pricing, perform analysis, and verbally present the objective findings/recommendations to company decision-makers.

Clearance:

The ability to obtain a Secret Clearance is required for this position. Applicants selected may be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. US Citizenship is required to obtain a clearance.

Requirements:

• Detailed knowledge of Microsoft Excel. • Quantitative and Qualitative Analytical ability.• Ability to think and write critically.• Ability to effectively communicate to management and executives, both internal and external to the company.

Responsibilities:

• Serve as a business advisor to operations staff during proposal development. • Analyze data and brief decision-makers on cost/pricing matters during proposal development.• Perform analysis on solicitations from a cost/pricing perspective.• Solicit quotes and proposals from subcontractors and vendors, and Perform price analysis on quotes/price proposals received.• Create detailed pricing models and estimates.• Assist with and/or author written cost narratives and cost proposals for inclusion in formal proposal submissions. • Compile large amounts of data into accurate, complete, and current cost estimates and pricing models for inclusion in formal proposal submissions.

Preferred Skills and Experience:

• 1-3 years of work in any of the following fields: finance; pricing analysis; cost estimation; contract administration.• Knowledge of Federal Acquisition Regulation policies and procedures pertaining to price analysis, reasonableness, and realism. • Experience working with large-scale procurement of professional services, as a buyer or seller.• AA/BA/BS with classes taken in accounting, business, finance, law, contracts, purchasing, economics, industrial management, marketing, quantitative methods, organization and management or similar field of study.

Education: A High School Diploma is required for this position. Compensation:

Compensation at SimVentions is determined by a number of factors, including, but not limited to, the candidate's experience, education, training, security clearance, work location, skills, knowledge, and competencies, as well as alignment with our corporate compensation plan and contract specific requirements.

The projected annual compensation range for this position is $60,800 - $88,857 (USD). This estimate reflects the standard salary range for this position and is just one component of the total compensation package that SimVentions offers.

Benefits:

At SimVentions, we're committed to supporting the total well-being of our employees and their families. Our benefit offerings include comprehensive health and welfare plans to serve a variety of needs.

We offer:

• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Competitive 401(k) programs
• Retirement and Financial Counselors
• Health Savings and Health Reimbursement Accounts
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Life insurance, short- & long-term disability
• Continuing Education Assistance
• Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, Paid Leave (e.g., Maternity, Paternity, Jury Duty, Bereavement, Military)
• Third Party Employee Assistance Program that offers emotional and lifestyle well-being services, to include free counseling
• Supplemental Benefit Program

Why Work for SimVentions?:

SimVentions is about more than just being a place to work with other growth-orientated technically exceptional experts. It's also a fun place to work. Our family-friendly atmosphere encourages our employee-owners to imagine, create, explore, discover, and do great things together.

Support Our Warfighters

SimVentions is a proud supporter of the U.S. military, and we take pride in our ability to provide relevant, game-changing solutions to our armed men and women around the world.

Drive Customer Success

We deliver innovative products and solutions that go beyond the expected. This means you can expect to work with a team that will allow you to grow, have a voice, and make an impact.

Get Involved in Giving Back

We believe a well-rounded company starts with well-rounded employees, which is why we offer diverse service opportunities for our team throughout the year.

Build Innovative Technology

SimVentions takes pride in its innovative and cutting-edge technology, so you can be sure that whatever project you work on, you will be having a direct impact on our customer's success.

Work with Brilliant People

We don't just hire the smartest people; we seek experienced, creative individuals who are passionate about their work and thrive in our unique culture.

Create Meaningful Solutions

We are trusted partners with our customers and are provided challenging and meaningful requirements to help them solve.

Employees who join SimVentions will enjoy additional perks:

• Employee Ownership: Work with the best and help build YOUR company!
• Family Focus: Work for a team that recognizes the importance of family time.
• Culture: Add to our culture of technical excellence and collaboration.
• Dress Code: Business casual, we like to be comfortable while we work.
• Resources: Excellent facilities, tools, and training opportunities to grow in your field.
• Open Communication: Work in an environment where your voice matters.
• Corporate Fellowship: Opportunities to participate in company sports teams and employee-led interest groups for personal and professional development.
• Employee Appreciation: Multiple corporate events throughout the year, including Holiday Events, Company Picnic, Imagineering Day, and more.
• Founding Partner of the FredNats Baseball Team: Equitable distribution of tickets for every home game to be enjoyed by our employee-owners and their families from our private suite.
• Food: We have a lot of food around here!

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