Government Pricing Analyst
Talascend is currently seeking a Government Pricing Analyst for a contract opportunity with our client in Phoenix, Arizona.
Overview
This role supports the company's government and commercial business segments by leading compliant pricing and proposal activities, developing competitive pricing strategies, and ensuring adherence to government regulations.
Responsibilities
- Prepare FAR Part 12 and FAR Part 15 / TINA compliant proposals for U.S. Government agencies and prime contractors, as well as proposals for non U.S. Government customers.
- Sign 1411 coversheets for FAR Part 15 proposals, including final pricing certification.
- Support DCAA, DCMA, and prime contractor audits, fact finds, and data requests.
- Contribute to business cases, competitive assessments, risk mitigation strategies, and negotiation strategies in support of customer proposals.
- Drive top line and bottom line growth through sound business and financial analysis that balances profitability with customer value.
- Provide pricing and negotiation support to customer business teams.
- Develop and provide pricing recommendations for transactional spares and repairs as required.
- Build and maintain strong, collaborative relationships with cross functional partners (Finance, Contracts, Program Management, Sales, Operations).
- Drive organizational excellence through continuous improvement initiatives, standard methodologies, productivity enhancements, margin expansion, and skill development initiatives.
Qualifications
- U.S. Citizenship required (no dual citizenship).
- Bachelors degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related business discipline.
- 2.5+ years of direct government/defense experience or 5+ years of related experience in pricing, finance, accounting, or business analysis.
- Strong working knowledge of government regulations related to pricing and procurement (FAR).
- Strong analytical, problem solving, and critical thinking skills.
- Proficiency with data analysis and pricing tools.
- Strong written and verbal English communication and presentation skills.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools, especially Excel, and experience with SAP or similar ERP systems.
- Ability to travel up to 10%.
We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those qualified individuals who closely meet the qualifications of the position will be contacted. The details of the position are only a summary, other duties may be assigned as necessary.
Background Check and Drug Screen may be required.
Talascend is an Equal Opportunity Employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status.