Sr Product Specialist/Pricing Strategy Manager

As a leading bank, SouthState has been providing financial solutions to individuals, families, and businesses for more than 100 years.

SouthState team members strive to create remarkable experiences while building meaningful and lasting relationships. We are proud to be a reflection of the communities we serve, and our team members share core values that make SouthState a great place to bank, and a great place to work.

SUMMARY/OBJECTIVES

It is the responsibility of the Senior Product Specialist/Pricing Manager to take ownership of all tasks and challenges they encounter in the operation of their assigned position.  The role is a critical support function of new Commercial and Corporate Specialty business supporting the Commercial and Middle Market Lines of Business requiring frequent interaction with Executive and Senior level management.  It is both tactical and strategic in nature with significant collaboration within the LOB team as well as other departments of the bank including Marketing and Communication (“MarCom”), Information Technology, Finance, Consumer Banking and the Correspondent Division.  

CORE FUNCTIONS

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date pricing reports for all credit channels related to all Commercial banking teams.
• Provide pricing and profitability reporting to ALCO and Executive Management.
• Conduct peer research to provide insight into recommended pricing changes.
• Assess economic and industry trends to inform pricing strategy.
• Act as liaison with pricing tool administrators to ensure proper and accurate inputs.
• Support the Equipment Finance Group with debt package analysis, portfolio analysis, as well as risk and pricing analysis.
• Provide EFG reporting for tracking and compliance purposes.
• Provide support and reporting for the Government and Not for Profit Division.
• Provide high level strategic analysis and reporting for the Commercial Bank
• Develop Industry analysis and communication content for distribution to appropriate Commercial Bank team members.
• Assist with the development and integration of the Commercial Banks pricing model into the nCino workflow.

OTHER DUTIES

• Accept other duties as described in the attached addendum

COMPETENCIES

• Proficient in MS Office, in particular Outlook and PowerPoint, Tableau, Excel
• Basic experience with Adobe Photoshop
• Confident social skills and able to interact and partner with all levels of management and vendor partners
• Advanced oral and written communication skills
• Advanced problem-solving and analysis skills
• High level of organization and detail-orientation
• Strong work ethic and willingness to take initiative
• Strong banking knowledge
• Demonstrated ability to multitask and prioritize
• Excellent time management

QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

• Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Economics/Finance, Business or other related field or equivalent work experience (Graduate Degree encouraged)
• Experience: 10 + Years of Banking/Capital Markets experience
• Knowledge: Very strong interpersonal skills, proficient computer skills, ability to multitask and prioritize projects

TRAINING REQUIREMENTS/CLASSES

• On the job training and any additional training as needed.  Required annual compliance training.

RECOMMENDED ADDITIONAL TRAINING

• New Employee Orientation

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Must be able to sit for long periods of time. Must be able to effectively access and interpret information on computer screens, documents, and reports.  

TRAVEL

• This position may require some travel.