Manager, Pricing

Socket.dev

Lexington Township (OH)

Hybrid

USD 90,000 - 120,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Employee Ownership

Health Insurance

Holiday Pay

Paid Vacation

401(k) with company match

Bonuses

Tuition Reimbursement

Career Growth

Job summary

Charter Next Generation is seeking a Pricing Analyst to drive pricing actions that optimize margin across products and customers. You will partner with commercial, finance, and operations teams to develop repeatable pricing processes and rigorous analytics.

The role emphasizes cross-functional collaboration, data-driven decision support, and building scalable pricing standards across 18+ facilities. Hybrid work with generous benefits is available.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Business Admin, Finance, Accounting, Economics or similar field.
5+ years pricing, commercial analytics, finance, or related role in manufacturing/B2B.
3+ years in packaging industry related to film extrusion or converting.
Ability to translate pricing strategy into actionable recommendations.
Experience with volatility in commodity costs or index-based pricing.

Responsibilities

Execute pricing initiatives with commercial leaders and teams to optimize price and margin.
Develop and implement pricing processes, tools, and standards for consistency.
Partner with Finance, Sales, Marketing, and Operations to inform pricing decisions.
Develop pricing analytics, dashboards, and metrics to track margin and impact of initiatives.
Support continuous improvement and capability-building in pricing processes.

Skills

Pricing

Commercial analytics

Finance

Cross-functional collaboration

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or Finance

Job description

At CNG, we are owners. We empower every individual to make a significant impact — because every moment matters. Whether you’re starting your career journey or aiming for the next level, we foster a supportive environment where your contributions are valued and celebrated.

Why Join CNG?

Employee Ownership:

Every employee receives equity shares, enabling you to participate in our company's growth and prosperity.

Work-Life Balance:

We support true work-life integration for all CNG employee owners.

Career Growth:

Advance your career within our expanding network of manufacturing facilities with comprehensive training and development programs.

Purpose-Driven Work:

Help create sustainable packaging solutions that reduce food waste and protect our environment for future generations.

The Role

From supporting internal teams to developing next-gen materials, our professional roles span strategy, innovation, and purpose. At CNG, you’ll do work that matters—and own it all.

Schedule:

Monday - Friday, Business hours, Hybrid

Location:

Chicago, IL or Lexington, OH

What You'll Do

Execution of Pricing Initiatives

Partner with commercial leaders and functional teams to support pricing actions that optimize price and margin across products, customers, and segments.
Monitor vendor price changes and commodity cost fluctuations; support timely price adjustments to mitigate margin erosion.
Support margin management efforts in partnership with Sales, creating visibility and constructive tension around price and profitability.

Establishing Foundational Pricing Discipline

Help assess current pricing processes, tools, and data; identify execution gaps and support improvements.
Help implement practical, repeatable pricing processes that are clearly understood and consistently applied by the commercial team.
Support the development and documentation of pricing standards, approval paths, and escalation guidelines.

Cross‑Functional Partnership & Decision Support

Support cross‑functional discussions with Finance, Sales, Marketing, and Operations related to pricing decisions and trade‑offs.
Serve as an analytical partner to Sales and commercial leaders by providing data‑backed insights on pricing and margin impact.
Prepare analyses and business cases that support pricing recommendations and facilitate alignment among stakeholders.

Pricing Performance & Analytics

Develop and maintain pricing analytics, dashboards, and metrics to track price realization, margin trends, and initiative effectiveness.
Analyze pricing performance across customer segments, products, pricing types, and margin mix, highlighting opportunities and risks.
Regularly report pricing insights and results to leadership and cross‑functional partners.

Continuous Improvement & Capability Building

Support the ongoing evolution of pricing capabilities, starting with execution discipline and advancing over time.
Partner with Marketing and Product teams to ensure pricing actions align with portfolio positioning and go‑to‑market priorities.
Identify opportunities to improve pricing execution through better tools, data, or automation, with an emphasis on usability and adoption.

What You’ll Bring

Essential Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Business Admin, Finance, Accounting, Economics, or similar field
5+ years of experience in pricing, commercial analytics, finance, or a related commercial role within manufacturing, industrial, or B2B environments.
3+ years of experience in the packaging industry related to film extrusion and/or converting
Demonstrated ability to translate pricing strategy or direction into actionable recommendations and execution.
Experience working in environments impacted by commodity costs, index‑based pricing, or input volatility.
Strong analytical skills with the ability to synthesize data into clear insights and recommendations.
Proven ability to collaborate cross‑functionally and influence outcomes without direct authority.

Compensation & Benefits

Total Rewards: