Collin Kolbe

About Collin Kolbe

Results-oriented Pricing Analyst at Meijer, based in Walker, Michigan. Proficient in executing pricing strategies, applying statistical models, and conducting ad-hoc analyses using SQL, Power BI, and Alteryx. Education-wise, I hold a Master\'s of Science in Accounting and Data Analytics from Michigan State University and a Bachelor\'s in Business Administration, Finance, from Wayne State University. Diverse skill set includes Power BI, Excel, SQL, and financial analysis.

Experience

1. Pricing Analyst - Softlines Electronics School Home Office Hard Home

   Meijer

   Nov 2025 — Present · Walker, MI, US

   Apply statistical models and/or various analytical techniques to evaluate the effectiveness of current pricing and promotional strategies looking at competitor’s pricing, market/customer trends, and company performance • Responsible for ensuring that Meijer pricing strategies are executed consistently and in alignment with product and promotional strategies as well as Federal, State and Local regulations for the non-foods team• Manage and maintain item relationships relating to own brand, link groups, and parity size concerns• Oversee categories that exceed $40M+ per week in sales dollars and maintain proper direct margin strategies for corporate forecasts in 273 stores spanning 6 states• Create reports using MicroStrategy to understand key performance indicators subject to each buying desk• Daily use of Microsoft applications including advanced Excel projections and analysis using VBA macros• Conduct ad-hoc analysis efficiently retrieving and manipulating data using SQL queries and dashboard reporting with Power BI• Effectively communicate pricing and promotional trends and supporting analytics to pricing, merchandising, and marketing leadership

Education

• Wayne State University

  Bachelor's of Science in Business Administration , Finance

• Michigan State University

  Master of Science - MS, Accounting and Data Analytics