Aric Smith
Massillon
Summary
Strategic Pricing Manager known for high productivity and efficient task completion, skilled in market analysis, pricing strategy development, and competitive positioning.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Strategic Pricing Manager
LKQ Corporation
Akron
03.2019 - Current
- Managed thirteen analysts around the globe including the United States, Canada and India.
- Worked closely with executives on pricing initiatives, strategies and program rollouts.
- Generated over five million dollars annually in exporter sales.
- Built relationships with sales reps, district managers and executives across North America in an effort to streamline pricing processes.
- Created value to LKQ by managing up.
- Synchronized company objectives across different departments such as Procurement, Inventory, Catalog and Pricing.
Sr. Pricing Analyst
LKQ Corporation
Akron
11.2010 - 03.2019
- Analyzed thousands of bids each month for salvage vehicles.
- Conducted market research for automotive parts.
- Coordinated Parts for Stock program.
- Worked with all levels of employees on pricing and supply chain issues.
Pricing Analyst
LKQ Corporation
Akron
01.2009 - 11.2010
- Priced OEM, Aftermarket and recycled automotive parts.
- Analyzed inventory levels for potential opportunities.
- Ad Hoc reporting for pricing, sales and inventory departments.
Education
Bachelor of Arts -
Kent State University
Skills
- Market research
- Competitive analysis
- Pricing strategy
- Profitability analysis
- Relationship building
- Team leadership
- Strategic thinking
- Problem solving
Timeline
Strategic Pricing Manager
LKQ Corporation
03.2019 - Current
Sr. Pricing Analyst
LKQ Corporation
11.2010 - 03.2019
Pricing Analyst
LKQ Corporation
01.2009 - 11.2010
Bachelor of Arts -
Kent State University
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