Director, Pricing & Data Analytics

Director, Strategic Contracts

Location:  Cincinnati, OH 

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The Component Repair Services (“CRS”) segment is a fast-growing business focused on the MRO of commercial, military and land & marine engine components and accessories. 

As the Director of Pricing and Data Analytics, you’ll be responsible for developing and leading the organization’s pricing strategy and analytics function to drive revenue growth, margin optimization, and data-driven decision-making. This role combines deep analytical expertise with strategic insight to influence pricing models, forecast performance, and uncover opportunities for business optimization. The ideal candidate is a hands-on leader who excels at blending pricing science, advanced analytics, and stakeholder collaboration. 

Core Responsibilities: 

Pricing Strategy & Optimization:

• Design and implement pricing models that align with market dynamics, customer segments, and business goals.
• Lead price setting, discounting frameworks, and value-based pricing initiatives.
• Evaluate and refine pricing architecture across products, channels, and regions.

Data Analytics & Insights:

• Develop and lead the data analytics roadmap to support commercial decisions across marketing, sales, and finance.
• Build and manage dashboards, reporting systems, and predictive models using advanced analytics and BI tools.
• Analyze customer behavior, sales trends, and market conditions to identify growth opportunities.

Revenue Management:

• Partner with finance and sales to forecast revenue, monitor performance, and measure pricing effectiveness.
• Implement margin management and profitability analysis frameworks.
• Conduct scenario modeling and sensitivity analyses for pricing decisions and go-to-market strategies.

Negotiation Leadership:

• Lead contract negotiations with clients, vendors, and partners.
• Ensure terms are commercially sound and aligned with strategic objectives.

Team Leadership & Cross-Functional Influence:

• Lead and mentor a high-performing team of analysts and pricing specialists.
• Work closely with product, marketing, operations, and executive leadership to integrate analytics into strategic planning.

Core Competencies:

• Business Development – The ability to develop and implement growth opportunities within (and between) organizations in a sustainable and profitable way. 
• Innovation - Creating new and better ways for the organization to be successful. Adapting to change and engaging in continuous learning and critical thinking to promote the growth of the individual and the organization.
• Building Effective Teams - Create strong morale within the team by fostering open dialogue, sharing wins and successes, delegating responsibility and allowing team members opportunities for growth.
• Customer Focus - Meet the expectations and requirements of internal and external customers, acting with customers in mind at all times. 
• Drive for Results - Successfully meet or exceed goals and focus on business results. Push self and others to achieve results.
• Managing and Measuring Work – Set clear objectives and measures, monitor process, progress and results, clearly assign responsibility for tasks and decisions.
• Problem Solving – Use rigorous logic and methods to solve difficult problems with effective solutions; provide honest analysis.
• Trust – Present truth in an appropriate and helpful manner, lead as a direct, truthful individual.

What skills you will use:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Economics, Statistics, Finance, or related field.
• Minimum of 8 years’ experience in pricing strategy, data analytics, or revenue management, with 4+ years in a leadership role
• Strong experience with pricing methodologies (e.g., cost-plus, value-based, competitive-based, dynamic pricing).
• Experience with statistical modeling, forecasting, and data visualization.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and business acumen.
• Excellent communication skills (verbal and written) and an eye for detail. 
• Strong knowledge of StandardAero products, processes, and customer requirements.
• Some travel may be required. 

 Preferred Characteristics:

• Master’s degree or MBA preferred

Benefits that make life better:

• Comprehensive Healthcare
• 401(k) with 100% company match; up to 5% vested
• Paid Time Off starting on day one
• Bonus opportunities
• Health- & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Short- & Long-Term Disability
• Life & AD&D Insurance
• Learning & Training opportunities