Pricing Analyst

This position is based in Dubai. It’s hybrid model of work, which means you will have to combine working in the office and working from home

Who we are:

• MoneyGram is a customer-centric, digital-first, cross-border money movement network. Through our strong culture of fintech innovation, we’re transforming the way consumers and businesses send and receive money in nearly every country around the world.
• Thanks to our cutting-edge platform and strategic partnerships with some of the world’s leading brands, we are helping our millions of customers globally do more with their money through a comprehensive suite of digital and in-person products and services.
• This is all made possible by our dedicated and diverse team of professionals around the world. If you’re ready for a career journey filled with exciting opportunities, come aboard and let’s drive the future of payments together at MoneyGram!
  
  

The Numbers:

• We serve over 50 million people every year in over 200 countries and territories
• We're a global team of over 2,000 from 36 countries around the world
• We process over $200 billion annually with digital transactions now making up about 50% of our money transfer business
• We’re known for our strong culture globally, demonstrated by:
• “Top Workplaces USA” award winner (three consecutive years in a row!)
• One of the “Best Places to Work” in the Middle East
• Winner of many regional awards, such as “Friendly Workplace in Poland” and “Top Workplace in DFW” by The Dallas Morning News
  

What you will contribute:

The Pricing Analyst III reports into the finance organization and actively plays a key role in strategic and tactical pricing decisions for digital channels and/or for assigned regions/corridors. Partners with sales, marketing, and data teams to

help determine a course of action that will strengthen MoneyGram’s customer proposition in digital or assigned region/corridor channels. Works on automating pricing processes and reporting dashboards; provides reporting and analytical insight leading to business recommendations.

What you’ll do:

• Works with Data, Sales, Marketing and/or Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) teams to produce financial business cases for pricing changes.
• Focuses on driving pricing-specific growth initiatives by utilizing techniques to measure customer price sensitivity, predict customer behavior & conversion and optimize prices to achieve business financial and customer relationship objectives.
• Analyzes & reports impact of strategic pricing initiatives (particularly channel and product investments) and works with the manager to ensure that results and lessons learned are systematically captured.
• Tracks and reports business case performance post-implementation of pricing changes.
• Analyzes and reports on assigned region, country, corridor, and agent transaction data and look for pricing opportunities.
• Develops and analyzes customer and competitor insights to propose new revenue opportunities.
• Provides financial planning, pricing, and revenue management modelling support as required in relation to new product and channel development initiatives.
• Delivers presentations that describe model results and recommendations to senior executives and other key stakeholders.
• Works on automating processes and reporting dashboards.
• Develops pricing and financial content for executive level presentations and assists the manager in communicating and discussing information as needed.
• Monitors and tracks foreign currencies and foreign exchange margin positions for key corridors while highlighting changes required to the pricing manager.
• Participates in quarterly forecasting, annual planning and long-term strategic planning that is part of the FP&A process.
• Conducts ad-hoc reporting and other miscellaneous projects as assigned.
• Performs other duties as needed.
  
  

What we’re looking for:

Education

• BA/BS degree (concentration in Finance preferred).
  
  

Experience

• 5 years of relevant work experience in finance and analysis or pricing.
• Strong understanding of Pricing Strategy to include Price Elasticity, Value-based, and Penetration strategies.
  
  

Essential Skills

• Excellent analytical and organizational skills, project management skills desirable, with attention to detail and an enquiring disposition towards taking ownership of projects where required.
• Technical Experience/Aptitude with any of the following: SQL, Python, SAS, Tableau etc.
• Advanced knowledge of Excel and PowerPoint.
• Experience analyzing data from databases and applying statistical and analytical techniques.
• Good communication and presentations skills, being able to share and clearly explain business insight, findings, and judgement.
• Ability to recommend/implement operational processes to optimize performance.
• Ability to commit to and demonstrate the Corporate Values: Integrity, Respect, Commitment.
• Fluency in English (speak, write, and read).
  
  

Preferred Skills:

• Experience with Essbase and Cognos
• Experience working in an International company and exposure to operating in a fast paced/high growth environment.
• Pending position location, fluency in other languages may be preferred.
  
  

Why you will love working here:

Your future is in your hands.

When you start a career at MoneyGram, you join a talented and motivated team that builds the success of a trusted, global provider of innovative money transfer and payment services.

Here are some reasons it is so easy to love your career with us!

• Comprehensive Health Insurance - Full coverage for you and your family, including dental and vision care. Stay healthy and worry-free!
• Life and Accident Insurance - Peace of mind with coverage that protects you and your loved ones.
• Expatriate Annual Flight Ticket - Enjoy annual flights for you, your spouse, and your children. Stay connected with loved ones no matter where you are.
• Community Service Days - Make a difference! Enjoy paid days off to volunteer and give back to your community.
• Tuition Reimbursement - Invest in your future with our tuition reimbursement program. We support your educational and career growth.
• Transfer Fee Reimbursement - Smooth transitions with reimbursement for any transfer-related fees. We’ve got you covered.
• Employee Assistance Program - Access to confidential counseling and support services for personal and professional well-being.
• Employee Referral Program - Help us grow our team! Earn rewards for referring talented friends and colleagues.
  
  

Primary Location

United Arab Emirates-AE-Dubai-Dubai

Work Locations

MGI OFFICE DUBAI

Job

Strategic Pricing

Organization

Finance

Full-time

Travel

Yes, 10 % of the Time

Job Posting

Oct 31, 2024, 5:00:47 AM