ROLE PURPOSE

Nexio is a specialist ICT solution provider that helps clients build, support, and manage their IT infra-structures. We have operations in all 9 provinces across the country, over 200 clients and over 600 employees and as a Level 1 BBBEE we put to practice our commitment to South Africa’s transformation agenda, we are at the forefront of digital transformation and cybersecurity. Our solution sets will assist our customers in their digital transformation journey 

Our established national footprint coupled with our unrivalled experience in the emerging markets and our exceptional technical offerings achieve our goals of profitability, operational agility, and client satis-faction. By joining our talented Nexio team, you will have the opportunity to become part of our national organization that offers you the opportunity to grow and develop your career. 

At Nexio, we have identified five major reasons why our people want to work for us: 

1. They get rewarded for their efforts 
2. They have opportunity to work with high energy team  
3. They form part of the Vodacom/Vodafone Group  
4. There are opportunities to grow their careers 
5. They build trust and Lead with a competitive culture.

We are looking for a highly analytical and detail-oriented Pricing Specialist to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in pricing in a services environment and will be responsible for developing and implementing pricing strategies and models to maximize profitability and market share in the managed services environment. The Pricing Specialist will work closely with various departments, including sales, marketing, and product development, to ensure that pricing strategies are aligned with overall business objectives. The successful candidate will also be responsible for assisting the company with more productised services products, services tender submissions, for monitoring and adjusting pricing strategies based on market conditions and performance metrics. Strong communication and presentation skills are essential, as the Pricing Specialist will need to present findings and recommendations to senior management.

ROLE REQUIREMENT

• Develop and implement services pricing strategies to maximize profitability with special reference to managed services offerings
• Provide commercial support/ pricing for proposals and tender submission for managed services.
• Conduct market research to understand competitive pricing and market trends.
• Analyze pricing data and develop pricing models.
• Collaborate with sales, marketing, and product development teams.
• Monitor and adjust pricing strategies based on market conditions.
• Present findings and recommendations to senior management.
• Ensure pricing strategies are aligned with business objectives.
• Evaluate the impact of pricing changes on sales and profitability.
• Prepare quotes, pricing reports and dashboards for management review.
• Identify opportunities for pricing optimization and cost reduction.
• Maintain pricing databases and ensure data accuracy.
• Conduct pricing audits and revenue assurance checks.
• Develop and maintain services pricing policies and procedures.
• Provide pricing support for new services product launches.
• Stay updated on industry trends and best practices in pricing.
• Develop and maintain pricing tools and systems.
• Assist in the development of promotional pricing strategies.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of discount and rebate programs.

TECHNICAL / PROFESSIONAL COMPETENCIES

• Proposal pricing
• Commercial experience
• Advanced skills in Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
• Excellent communication skills, including interpersonal, verbal & written.
• Problem solving & analysis.
• Analytical thinking
• Experience in managing projects
• Performance monitoring
• ERP skills would be an advantage

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

• Commerce or Technology Degree preferred
• Minimum 5 years' work experience in a managed services environment
  

LEADERSHIP COMPETENCY REQUIREMENTS

• Project Management exposure
• Exco Engagement
• Market and Industry Knowledge and Awareness
• Operational Reporting Exposure