26 Oct
John Crane
Slough
Pricing Systems Analyst – John Crane (Slough/Manchester)
Join our dynamic Global pricing team as a Systems Development Specialist, contributing to the maintenance and innovation of John Crane’s pricing tools and ERP systems. As a passionate solutions architect this role involves configuring Native & Custom UI Pricing platforms, collaborating with business stakeholders, resolving technical issues, and ensuring the effective use of Pricing and other business systems (C4C, SAP, QAD & PriceFx).
You will become an invaluable partner to the wider Global Pricing department, to identify meaningful insights from large data sources; interpret and communicate insights and findings from analysis to drive top line growth.
This role will coordinate with the ‘Senior Manager – Global Pricing’ to build a consistent approach, processes, and culture.
The Key Responsibilities for the role are as follows -
- Lead, support and guide the team on PriceFx and other systems used by the pricing team.
- Support existing implementations and handle PriceFx configuration changes.
- Proficient in Agile project management tools (Jira, Azure, or Fabric).
- Proficient in ML programming such as - html, C+, python, SQL
- Gather and formalise requirements to align with the needs of John Crane, subsequently utilizing programming skills to configure and customize both Native and Custom UI PriceFx in accordance with business requirements.
- Collaborate with IT support and business customers on technical issue resolution.
- Experience with ERP Pricing and middleware tools to develop the integration of external systems into PriceFx.
- Assess and model processes, data flows, and technology to understand gaps and opportunities for improvement.
- Ensure traceability of requirements from business needs through testing and scope changes to the final solution.
- Perform Unit, System Integration, and E2E process testing for enhancements and projects.
- Technical/Functional Skills in PriceFx modules - Price Analyzer, Price Builder, Quote Configurator.
The Ideal candidate will have the following skills/experience -
- Bachelor's degree, preferably in a related field.
- Minimum +3 years of IT experience with pricing-related tools and applications.
- PriceFx IE Trained or Configuration Engineer Certification preferred.
- Proficient in developing object-oriented programming principles (Java) and web technologies.
- Experience with Groovy language is a plus.
- Pricing domain projects experience with relational databases.
- Excellent communication skills.
About Smiths
At Smiths we apply leading-edge technology to design, manufacture and deliver market-leading innovative solutions that meet our customers' evolving needs, and touch the lives of millions of people every day. We are a FTSE100, global business of around 15,000 colleagues, based in 50+ countries. Our solutions have a real impact on lives across the planet, enabling industry, improving healthcare, enhancing security, advancing connectivity and supporting new homes. Our products and services are often critical to our customers’ operations, while our proprietary technology and high service levels help create competitive advantage. We welcome colleagues with a curious mind, who are happy with responsibility,
enjoy a challenge and are attracted by the idea of working at a business with a 170+ year history of innovation, and five global divisions, all experts in their field.
Diversity & Inclusion
We believe that different perspectives and backgrounds are what make a company flourish. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment regardless of race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, economic status, disability, age, or any other legally protected characteristics. We are proud to be an inclusive company with values grounded in equality and ethics, where we celebrate, support, and embrace diversity.
▶️ Pricing Analyst
🖊️ John Crane
📍 Slough