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Job Description

U.S. Bank is hiring a strategic deal pricing specialist in support of its Merchant Processing Services (MPS) business line. This individual will support MPS' enterprise and partner sales teams in optimizing pricing and deal strategy within complex B2B negotiations.

Primary Responsibilities

Engage with our enterprise and partner sales channels managers and sellers in developing/executing optimal deal and pricing strategy, through the pursuit of new business and renewal opportunities.

Act as an internal consultant in performing deal analysis/forecasting, pricing analysis and providing discounting approvals

Create advanced ad-hoc analysis and development of forecasts/business cases in support of MPS business line-marrying strategic intuition with granular data-and assumption-expertise.

Develop strategic financial frameworks and evergreen processes for reviewing and optimizing portfolio health (ex: top-line growth, margin trends, % under contract) with channel leadership

Perform data analysis, using advanced analytical techniques, to develop insights and provide recommendations on price-optimization and other financial analyses.

Lead and participate in cross-functional/enterprise projects in support of pricing, commercialization, compliance and other value-creating efforts.

Provide exception pricing governance, supporting value-maximization through effective pricing balanced with deal velocity considerations.

Strengthen and streamline processes, procedures and controls in support of delivering business results within a compliance-minded function.

Basic Qualifications

Bachelor's degree, or equivalent work experience

Five or more years of related experience

Preferred Skills/Experience

Payments or banking/financial-services/fin-tech industry experience highly preferred

Demonstrated ability to think strategically/analytically with a data-driven foundation

Intermediate comfort with SQL to self-source enterprise data

Expert use of Microsoft Excel, PowerPivot, Office 365 suite of enterprise applications.

Exceptional verbal, written and digital (PowerPoint) communication skills fit to build consensus with business line leadership and other stakeholders

Ideal candidate will be a self-starter, demonstrating high degrees of resourcefulness, gumption and accountability while striving for desired business outcomes rather than simple completion of assignments

Demonstrated comfort in navigating ambiguity-answering some of the business lines' most pressing and strategic questions with limited information.

Ability to perform and adapt within a dynamic, fast-paced environment-balancing multiple critical tasks and deadlines in a high-pressure environment.

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*This role offers a hybrid/flexible schedule, which means there's an in-office expectation of 3 or more days per week and the flexibility to work outside the office location for the other days.

If there’s anything we can do to accommodate a disability during any portion of the application or hiring process, please refer to our disability accommodations for applicants.

Benefits: 

Our approach to benefits and total rewards considers our team members’ whole selves and what may be needed to thrive in and outside work. That's why our benefits are designed to help you and your family boost your health, protect your financial security and give you peace of mind. Our benefits include the following (some may vary based on role, location or hours):

Healthcare (medical, dental, vision)

Basic term and optional term life insurance

Short-term and long-term disability

Pregnancy disability and parental leave

401(k) and employer-funded retirement plan

Paid vacation (from two to five weeks depending on salary grade and tenure)

Up to 11 paid holiday opportunities

Adoption assistance

Sick and Safe Leave accruals of one hour for every 30 worked, up to 80 hours per calendar year unless otherwise provided by law

EEO is the Law

U.S. Bank is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse workforce. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, religion, color, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status, among other factors. Applicants can learn more about the company’s status as an equal opportunity employer by viewing the federal KNOW YOUR RIGHTS EEO poster.  

E-Verify

U.S. Bank participates in the U.S. Department of Homeland Security E-Verify program in all facilities located in the United States and certain U.S. territories. The E-Verify program is an Internet-based employment eligibility verification system operated by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services. Learn more about the E-Verify program.

The salary range reflects figures based on the primary location, which is listed first. The actual range for the role may differ based on the location of the role. In addition to salary, U.S. Bank offers a comprehensive benefits package, including incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase 401(k) contribution and pension (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). Pay Range: $95,285.00 - $112,100.00 - $123,310.00

U.S. Bank will consider qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records for employment. U.S. Bank conducts background checks consistent with applicable local laws, including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act as well as the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. U.S. Bank is subject to, and conducts background checks consistent with the requirements of Section 19 of the Federal Deposit Insurance Act (FDIA). In addition, certain positions may also be subject to the requirements of FINRA, NMLS registration, Reg Z, Reg G, OFAC, the NFA, the FCPA, the Bank Secrecy Act, the SAFE Act, and/or federal guidelines applicable to an agreement, such as those related to ethics, safety, or operational procedures.

Applicants must be able to comply with U.S. Bank policies and procedures including the Code of Ethics and Business Conduct and related workplace conduct and safety policies.

Job postings typically remain open for approximately 20 days of the posting date listed above, however the job posting may be closed earlier should it be determined the position is no longer required due to business need. Job postings in areas with a high volume of applicants, such as customer service, contact center, and Financial Crimes investigations, remain open for approximately 5 days of the posting listed date.