Pricing Analyst
Network Finance · Johannesburg Central, Gauteng
Posted 30 October 2026
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We are looking for a Pricing Analyst with a Procurement Background .
This is not a finance role. You must come from a manufacturing / mining background and have more than 5 years of experience. Please don't apply if this is not relevant to you.
This role is responsible for analysing supplier pricing, monitoring cost drivers, maintaining pricing models, and identifying cost-saving opportunities that support business profitability and operational efficiency. Key Responsibilities
- Analyse supplier pricing, cost breakdowns, and cost drivers.
- Monitor pricing trends, inflation impacts, and exchange rate fluctuations.
- Conduct price variance analysis and cost benchmarking.
- Develop and maintain pricing models, dashboards, and reports.
- Support supplier negotiations through pricing analysis and savings scenarios.
- Validate supplier quotes, tenders, and price increase requests.
- Perform Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) and should-cost analyses.
- Track procurement savings, cost avoidance initiatives, and procurement performance.
- Ensure pricing accuracy and integrity within ERP systems.
- Support procurement audits, governance, and compliance requirements.
- Collaborate with Procurement, Finance, Engineering, Production, and Aftermarket teams to drive data-driven pricing decisions.
Minimum Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree or Advanced Diploma in supply chain / procurement:
- Finance or Accounting
- Economics
- Business Administration
- Statistics or Data Analytics
- 4 -5 years' experience in procurement pricing analysis.
- Strong Excel, reporting, and data analysis skills.
- ERP system experience.
- Understanding of procurement processes, controls, and governance.
- Manufacturing or engineering industry experience will be advantageous.
Duties & Responsibilities
What We're Looking For The ideal candidate will have a passion for data-driven decision-making, a strong commercial mindset, and the ability to identify opportunities that improve procurement efficiency and reduce costs. You will play a key role in supporting strategic sourcing initiatives and ensuring competitive pricing across the business.