Margret Sharp
Taylor,USA
Summary
To obtain a rewarding, long-term career.
Professional in pricing strategy with focus on optimizing profitability and market positioning. Known for analytical skills, attention to data accuracy, and effective communication. Strong emphasis on team collaboration and adaptability to changing requirements. Consistently delivers impactful results through strategic pricing initiatives and efficient workflow management.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Pricing Supervisor
Akralos Animal Nutrition
Quincy, IL
01.2026 - 05.2026
- Developed and implemented pricing strategies to enhance market competitiveness.
- Analyzed market trends and competitor pricing to inform strategic decisions.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to optimize pricing models and processes.
- Mentored junior staff in pricing methodologies and data analysis techniques.
- Led the team as supervisor, providing guidance and acting as a resource in pricing strategies and processes.
Pricing Analyst and Contract Administrator
ADM Animal Nutrition
Quincy, IL
08.2020 - 12.2025
- Worked as a pricing analyst and contract administrator at ADM Animal Nutrition. I used ERP system to define products, update costs, maintain formulas, as well as enter contracts. I used Microsoft Access to audit costs and prices, as well as update approximately 40,000 prices weekly.
- Analyzed pricing data to ensure competitiveness within the animal nutrition market.
- Reviewed contract policies and acted as a resource for commercial feed and premix contracts. I work with multiple departments to ensure data accuracy. I also advocate for the business by communicating contract risks to the business to upper management. I act as a resource regarding all contract questions.
- Developed and maintained pricing models for product lines, enhancing profitability strategies.
- I was hired at ADM as a sales coordinator. I worked in that role for a little over a year and was promoted to a pricing specialist in November of 2021. I worked with a sales team in Iowa and a team in Kansas to support sales and customer satisfaction. I performed all tasks of customer service, including direct contact with customers and the sales teams.
Private Event Coordinator
Dunnbelly Bar & Bistro
Quincy, IL
09.2017 - 07.2022
- While being available to my young family and completing a bachelor’s degree in business management, I was a private event coordinator for the restaurant. I worked with clients via phone, email, and in person to create a menu that best fit the event needs, along with other event accommodations. I communicated with staff to prepare for event needs. In addition, I visited various businesses and contacted others via phone to solicit private event business.
Payment Poster
Blessing Hospital
Quincy, IL
01.2013 - 05.2013
- I worked as a payment poster. I was responsible to accurately applying payments to patient accounts according to the explanation of benefits provided by the insurance company. I also updated accounts to show the correct patient responsibility. I created various reports to balance accounts. I also processed reports from collection agencies.
Release of Information Specialist
Midwest Medical Record Association
Quincy, IL
05.2012 - 07.2012
- I worked as a Release of Information Specialist. My duties included basic office skills such as typing and data entry, as well as organization. I was responsible for processing patient and provider requests for medical records. I used computer software to gather the records being requested and send them to the location specified by the person requesting them. I accommodated patient requests via phone and face-to-face interaction.
Customer Advocate
Health Care Service Corporation
Quincy, IL
06.2007 - 09.2011
- I was a customer Advocate for Health Care Service Corp. I was responsible for answering inquiries from members regarding policy benefits and rectifying any problems with claims processing or deductible allocation. I was required to use computer software to provide information to members via the phone, as well as document information requested and given. This position required a vast knowledge of health Insurance.
Education
Master’s degree - Business Administration
William Woods University
03-2025
Bachelor’s degree - Business Management
Hannibal LaGrange University
08-2020
Associate’s of Arts degree - undefined
Moberly Area Community College
Hannibal, MO05-2016
High school - undefined
Unity High School
Mendon, IL05-2002
Skills
- Pricing software proficiency
- Microsoft Excel expertise
- Data analytics
- Cost estimation
- Volume discounting
- Value-based pricing
- Willingness to learn
- Multitasking and prioritizing
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Reliability
- Excellent communication
- Customer satisfaction
- Critical thinking
- Team leadership
- Decision-making
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Staff management
- Goal oriented
- Training and mentoring
Timeline
Pricing Supervisor
Akralos Animal Nutrition
01.2026 - 05.2026
Pricing Analyst and Contract Administrator
ADM Animal Nutrition
08.2020 - 12.2025
Private Event Coordinator
Dunnbelly Bar & Bistro
09.2017 - 07.2022
Payment Poster
Blessing Hospital
01.2013 - 05.2013
Release of Information Specialist
Midwest Medical Record Association
05.2012 - 07.2012
Customer Advocate
Health Care Service Corporation
06.2007 - 09.2011
Bachelor’s degree - Business Management
Hannibal LaGrange University
Associate’s of Arts degree - undefined
Moberly Area Community College
High school - undefined
Unity High School
Master’s degree - Business Administration
William Woods University