Data-Driven Pricing Analyst & Analytics Leader

Erin Laider

Claremont, Ontario 403-***-**** ️ ********@*******.***

Leadership Profile

Strategic and data-driven Pricing Analyst with 7+ years of experience translating complex datasets from ERP and CRM systems into actionable insights that drive sales growth and financial performance. Adept at bridging cross-functional teams—sales, finance, and operations—through intuitive dashboards and analytics tools. Passionate about continuous improvement, inclusive leadership, and delivering high-impact solutions that accelerate business success

Core Competencies

Data Governance & Integrity

Sales Enablement through Analytics

Cross-Functional Collaboration & Influence

ERP Systems (SAP TC1 & TCA, BILL, Pricefx)

Tableau & Advanced Excel Modeling

Process Improvement & Change Management

Performance Dashboards & KPI reporting

Business Intelligence & Growth Strategy

Professional Experience

Cargill Animal Nutrition – Remote - Woodstock, ON & Lethbridge, AB

Pricing Analyst II 2023 – Present

Lead pricing strategy development across multiple species and product lines, aligning pricing actions with market trends and business goals.

Integrated data from Salesforce and ERP systems (SAP TC1 & TCA, BILL, Pricefx) to develop performance dashboards in Tableau, enabling sales teams to identify growth opportunities and track margin performance.

Partnered with sales and finance teams to ensure data accuracy and alignment across systems, improving forecasting and strategic decision-making.Spearhead the creation of pricing tools and dashboards using Tableau and Excel, improving visibility and decision-making.

Led cross-functional initiatives to harmonize pricing data, enhancing visibility into customer behavior and product profitability.

Contributed to Cargill CAN winning the Business Award of the Year, with pricing team efforts recognized as a key driver of success.

Delivered insights that influenced pricing strategies and contributed to margin growth, recognized in Cargill CAN’s Business Award of the Year.Champion process improvements that enhance pricing accuracy and reduce turnaround time.

Pricing Analyst I 2019 – 2023

Supported strategic pricing decisions through data analysis and reporting aligned with budgetary goals.

Developed pricing tools and models to improve accuracy and responsiveness.

Participated in pricing strategy calls and collaborated with cross-functional teams to resolve pricing concerns.

Built and managed customer quotes, ensuring competitive and profitable pricing.

Conducted internal interviews and supported hiring and onboarding of new talent.

Price Coordinator 2018 – 2019

Provided administrative and analytical support to the pricing department.

Maintained pricing databases and ensured data integrity across systems.

Assisted in the development of pricing processes and documentation.

Education

Undergraduate

Bachelor of Science in Biology

University Name 2011

Leadership & Community Engagement

Intern Manager, Cargill – Supervised and mentored a summer intern, providing guidance on pricing strategy and professional development.

Rep Soccer Coach, U10 Boys – Volunteer coach fostering teamwork, discipline, and confidence in young athletes.

Real Estate Investor & Property Manager – Own and operate a portfolio of investment properties, overseeing financial performance, tenant relations, and maintenance.

Equity Pay Committee Member, Cargill Canada – Advocated for fair compensation and gender equity.

Women in Agriculture Conference Invitee – Recognized for leadership and impact in the field.

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