Pricing Analyst

NILISHA SIMON

Carrollton, TX 913-***-**** *************@*****.***

https://www.linkedin.com/in/nilisha-simon

Results-driven Pricing Analyst with a strong background in pricing strategy development, market analysis, and process optimization. Experienced in leveraging data analytics, statistical methodologies, and advanced visualization tools to support informed decision-making. Adept at driving profitability, improving operational efficiency, and collaborating across teams to achieve organizational objectives.

CORE & TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES

Data Analysis using R

Python

SQL

Advanced Excel

Business- focused PowerPoint Skills

Geographic Information Systems (GIS)

MS Office Suite

EDUCATION

University of Missouri – Kansas City Graduated 2019

Master of Arts in Economics

Women's Christian College, Chennai, India Graduated 2015

Bachelor of Arts in Corporate Economics

CORE COMPETENCIES

Pricing Strategy: Expertise in competitive pricing analysis, dynamic pricing models, and contract optimization

Data Analytics: Proficient in Python, R, SQL, and Advanced Excel for data analysis and reporting

Process Optimization: Skilled in streamlining workflows to enhance efficiency and reduce operational errors

Data Visualization: Capable of creating insightful visualizations using tools such as Tableau and PowerPoint

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

1.Pricing Analyst

TVH Parts Co Olathe, KS June 2021 – Present

Conduct in-depth market analysis to identify OEM and competitor pricing trends, providing actionable insights to maintain profitability and market competitiveness

Oversee pricing strategies for a $60M product portfolio, ensuring competitive and customer-specific pricing models.

Develop and manage dynamic pricing models tailored to regional markets, including Latin America and Europe, ensuring strategic alignment with business objectives

Manage bulk price adjustments in ERP systems, ensuring accuracy and consistency across pricing data

Collaborate with cross functional teams, including Marketing and Sales to design and implement monthly promotional campaign that drive revenue growth

Analyze sales performance data to refine pricing strategies and recommend adjustments for improved margin and turnover

Streamline contract pricing workflows by resolving pricing discrepancies and enhancing the accuracy of price management processes

Create pricing models for product groups and customer segments, leveraging data analytics to ensure competitive and customer-centric pricing strategies

Lead quarterly pricing reviews for specific product groups, aligning with market trends and customer needs.

Developed and maintained dynamic Tableau dashboards that provided actionable insights on sales performance, margin evolution and product performance

Analyzed sales and margin trends to identify opportunities for targeted sales recovery and margin improvement insights

Utilized advanced data visualization techniques to communicate complex market insights effectively

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PROJECT HIGHLIGHTS (TVH Parts Co)

Contract Simplification Project (2022)

- Enhanced the contract creation and maintenance process by mapping workflows and eliminating inefficiencies.

- Removed 70,000 outdated contract lines, improving system accuracy and operational effectiveness.

Impaired Stock Management (2023 – Present)

- Partnered with cross-functional teams to manage $28M in depreciated stock, reducing inventory losses.

- Increased sales by introducing targeted promotions with minimum 30% discounts on high-impairment items.

Contract Management Dashboard Development (2024)

- Designed a dashboard to streamline contract review processes and address pricing challenges.

- Established competitive pricing models based on market data and implemented indexation for under-analyzed segments.

Customer Segmentation (2025)

-Analyzed data to identify distinct customer groups and optimize pricing strategies

-Utilized data driven methodologies such as RFM analysis to segment customers based on their purchasing behavior and profitability

-Developed Tableau dashboards to visualize segment trends, enabling sales and marketing teams to tailor strategies for different customer groups

-Improved sales recovery and margin optimization by implementing targeted pricing and promotional strategies based on segmentation insights

2.Student Advisor

Clairoice Worldwide Education Kottayam, India February 2016 – January 2017

- Provided guidance to students seeking educational opportunities in Canada, Australia, and Singapore.

- Supported international recruitment efforts for healthcare professionals in the UK, Ireland, and Australia.

- Delivered part-time IELTS tutoring, enabling candidates to enhance their language proficiency.

3.Process Associate

Royal Bank of Scotland Chennai, India June 2015 – December 2015

- Processed and verified client payments, identifying and preventing duplicate transactions.

- Monitored daily operations and resolved discrepancies to maintain smooth financial processes.

- Built and sustained client relationships, ensuring service excellence and reliability.

TECHNICAL SKILLS

Programming: Python, R, SQL

Data Visualization: Seaborn, GGPLOT, Matlab, Tableau Dashboards

Applications: MS Office Suite, Advanced Excel, GIS, PowerPoint

Note:

-US Citizen

-Willing to relocate

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