Overview

JST is seeking a Price Analyst to prepare the organization's pricing of its services and ODCs to the government while continuing to keep the organization competitive in the current market landscape. This individual would report to the Pricing Manager. He/she would conduct market research, assist with the design of pricing policies, prepare pricing responses, and oversee the maintenance of historical pricing data.

This is a full-time remote position. JST offers a complete benefits package, a collaborative work environment, and strong company culture. Veterans and military spouses are encouraged to apply.

Price Analyst Responsibilities

• Perform analysis and prepare pricing response on competitive service contracts ranging in size from $4M to $100M or higher
• Work with Pricing Manager and Executive Leadership to devise and recommend bidding strategies to effectively compete against competitors
• Interact with Capture Managers and capture team members, business development and contracts departments, Pricing Manager and the executive management to fully understand Level of Effort and pricing requirements.
• Summarize the details of the conclusions derived from the competitive analysis; conducts formal briefings to executive management; responds effectively to various competitive scenarios and counterpoints during real-time strategy discussion.
• Conduct pricing proposal reviews
• Responsible for thorough analysis of the solicitation's pricing requirements and evaluation criteria post-RFP, gathering intelligence, and developing a competitive pricing strategy culminating in a target rate, win price, or other analysis as appropriate.

Price Analyst Qualifications

• 2 plus years' professional service in one of the following disciplines (or a combination thereof): pricing, program control, financial analysis, market research, or consulting focused on providing business strategies, competitive intelligence, or market research within the Federal marketplace
• Strong understanding of federal government pricing process and policies, FAR, DFAR, compliance matrixes, and GSA Schedule contracts
• Understanding of Contract Type, Cost Plus Fixed Fee (CPFF), Time & Material (T&M), Firm Fix Price (FFP), etc.
• Understanding of Wage Determinations for Service Contract Act (SCA) employees.
• Understanding of the concept of cost vs. price, direct and indirect rate structures, professional compensation structures (salary and fringe), and labor classifications (Exempt and non-exempt)
• Use of Microsoft Office Applications with a strong focus on Excel
• Undergraduate degree, preferably in Accounting, Finance, or Business. (Additional years of experience may substitute for a degree)
• Attention to detail, creativity and inquisitiveness.
• Ability to be equally successful working independently and within a team
• Good organizational skills specifically around manipulating spreadsheets to conduct what-if analysis.
• Ability to generate moderate to complex Excel spreadsheets for presentation to leadership
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Excellent time management skills

About Joint Strategic Technologies (JST)

No objective is beyond reach! Joint Strategic Technologies (JST) enables successful mission outcomes from the back office to the battlefield. Our team includes leading experts from military, government and the private sector, all working together to help federal customers make a difference. Our goal is to Elevate the Impact that our employees have on our customers and treat every employee as a valued member of our team. JST empowers employees to make decisions and take-action, thus improving overall organizational growth and employee development.

Culture isn't something you talk about. It's something you do. JST is committed to creating a positive environment 'that reaches beyond work and careers' to support every employee's professional and personal objectives. JST values the well-being of every employee and encourages healthy lifestyles, family activities and community involvement.

JST is a proud equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without attention to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status. JST will not tolerate discrimination or harassment.