Eaton’s Electrical sector is currently seeking a Contract Analyst to join our team. This position is based at our Ellisville location. Position Overview: Responsible for the control, processing and approval of Special Price Authorizations (SPAs) requested by sales employees and representatives. The Analyst is responsible for determining appropriate product pricing strategies using analytical tools, databases and pricing models. Implements procedures to ensure that the special pricing terms are administered within company guidelines. Responsible for approval of pricing requests beyond sales discount authority levels. This position will work together with direct and indirect sales channel employees to ensure timely responses to customer pricing inquiries, proposals, and requests. Obtain historic usage data for pricing purposes and the validating such data that a clean dataset is established which will enable accurate pricing. The Contract Analyst will need to verify costing, risk assumptions and margin guidelines for various product options and ensure all SPAs are accurately set up. This position will handle the more routine analysis for new customer bids, rebids or margin management using established procedures and tools Making what matters work at Eaton takes the passion of every employee around the world. We create an environment where creativity, invention and discovery become reality, each and every day. It’s where bold, bright professionals like you can reach your full potential—and where you can help us reach ours. In this function you will: Approves and negotiates quotations received from outside sales force. Relies on experience, market knowledge, and margin analysis to determine quotation amount. Respond timely to the business opportunity as well as begin initial negotiations on pricing proposal terms. Work directly with National Account Directors, OEM team, and product managers on managing National and OEM pricing levels and quote requests Coordinates the “flow” of contracts through the department from receipt to the generation of the contract letter to the customer. Perform profit/price analysis by client, product, market segments, etc. Good interpersonal skills and ability to interact with all levels of the organization and external constituencies, including (but not limited to) Sales Vice Presidents, Sales leaders, contract owners, Application Engineering, Credit, Customer Satisfaction and product managers to produce accurate, quality response to all SPAs. Research and analyze historical pricing data calling out nuances of agreements, including deviations from standard terms and highlighting contract complexities. Ability to learn and apply new procedures quickly Utilize critical thinking skills to identify and solve complex business problems and ensure pricing processes and methodologies are defined and effectively applied Maintain Pricing Service Level Agreements (SLA) at or above 95% Understand Bussmann’s sales and marketing strategies to determine appropriate pricing Multi-task, prioritize and complete requests and assignments in a timely manner. Ability to handle change in a fast-paced environment. Flexibility to deal with interruptions, changing priorities, and deadlines. When we embrace the different ideas, perspectives and backgrounds that make each of us unique, we — as individuals and as a company — are stronger. *MSJA #LI-ED2 Qualifications Required (Basic) Qualifications: Bachelors degree from an accredited institution is required. Minimum of two (2) two years prior pricing/contract experience Must be able to work in the United States without corporate sponsorship now and within the future No relocation benefit is being offered for this position. Only candidates within a 50-mile radius of Ellisville will be considered. Active Duty Military Service member candidates are exempt from the geographical area limitation. Preferred qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Business from an accredited institution Proficient in Microsoft Office software, with an intermediate to advanced skill level in MS Excel including V-Look-Ups, Pivot Tables, Macros and Templates Prior pricing/contract experience of at least 3 years Experience with SAP and Business warehouse reporting tool We provide benefits that are industry competitive and focused on employee well-being. Listed below are programs that are offered globally, but program availabilities may vary by site. Flexible work options to help balance work/life demands (at participating Eaton sites) Healthcare/retirement savings programs Competitive compensation packages to reward skills and performance Tuition assistance or financial help for ongoing learning and development Health, Dental, Vision & Wellness programs Donation matching (U.S., Canada, Puerto Rico) Eaton also considers qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with local laws. To request a disability-related reasonable accommodation to assist you in your job search, application or interview process, please call 412-893-3600 or send an email to: AccommodationsForApplying@Eaton.com We are committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, marital status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law. We make what matters work. Everywhere you look—from the technology and machinery that surrounds us, to the critical services and infrastructure that we depend on every day—you’ll find one thing in common. It all relies on power. That’s why Eaton is dedicated to improving people’s lives and the environment with power management technologies that are more reliable, efficient, safe and sustainable. Because this is what matters. We are confident we can deliver on this promise because of the attributes that our employees embody. We’re ethical, passionate, accountable, efficient, transparent and we’re committed to learning. These values enable us to tackle some of the toughest challenges on the planet, never losing sight of what matters. Job: Sales Region: North America – US/Puerto Rico Organization: EPG CPD UL Bussmann Job Level: Individual Contributor Schedule: Full-time Is remote work (i.e. working from home or another Eaton facility) allowed for this position?: Yes – Hybrid Does this position offer relocation?: No Travel: No