Pricing Analyst

ProAmpac; Chicago, Northern (IL, KY); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement plan

Medical insurance

Paid time off

Professional development

Collaborative work environment

Job summary

ProAmpac is seeking a Pricing Analyst to join our Pricing team in Chicago, IL. The role focuses on supporting pricing strategy through detailed cost, price, and margin analysis, developing customer quotations, and providing actionable insights to business leaders.

A manufacturing and financial acumen are essential for profitable growth. This hybrid position blends onsite and remote work at our Chicago office, with minimal travel required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business or related field; pricing, estimating, cost accounting, or manufacturing analysis experience preferred.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment is preferred.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing cost drivers (BOMs, routing, machine rates, waste, setup times, standard costs, variances).
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills with data analysis and pivot tables.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving and financial modeling abilities.

Responsibilities

• Develop cost estimates and pricing models using inputs from Sales, Manufacturing, Procurement, Product Development, and historical production data.
• Perform cost, pricing, and margin analyses to support profitability objectives.
• Prepare customer quotations, bids, and RFP responses aligned with pricing strategy and margin targets.
• Build, maintain, and update cost models for products, business units, and locations.
• Analyze production costs, market trends, pricing opportunities to identify improvements.
• Support pricing escalators/de-escalators as business conditions evolve.
• Collaborate across Sales, Operations, Finance, Product Development, and Procurement to deliver pricing recommendations.

Skills

Excel

Financial modeling

Cost analysis

Pricing strategy

Data analysis

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or Business

Job description

Description

About Us

ProAmpac is a global leader in flexible packaging, known for our innovation, customer service, and commitment to quality. We serve a wide range of industries with creative, sustainable solutions. Our five core values drive everything we do:

Integrity

Intensity

Innovation

Involvement

Impact

We are seeking a Pricing Analyst to join our Pricing team. This role is responsible for supporting pricing strategy through detailed cost, price, and margin analysis, developing customer quotations, supporting bid and proposal submissions, and providing actionable insights to business leaders. The ideal candidate combines strong analytical skills with manufacturing and financial acumen to help drive profitable growth.

Work Location: Hybrid | Chicago, IL

This position is based in our Chicago office and requires a blend of onsite and remote work.

Travel: Minimal travel required

Compensation ranges from $75K - 85K.

What You’ll Do:

• Develop cost estimates and pricing models using inputs from Sales, Manufacturing, Procurement, Product Development, and historical production data.

• Perform cost, pricing, and margin analyses to support business decisions and profitability objectives.

• Prepare customer quotations, competitive bids, and RFP responses, ensuring alignment with company pricing strategy and margin targets.

• Build, maintain, and update cost models for products, business units, and manufacturing locations.

• Analyze production costs, market trends, competitive pricing, and customer pricing opportunities to identify areas for improvement.

• Support pricing escalators, de-escalators, and other pricing mechanisms as business conditions evolve.

• Partner cross‑functionally with Sales, Operations, Finance, Product Development, and Procurement to deliver accurate and timely pricing recommendations.

What You Bring:

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or a related field, or equivalent experience in pricing, estimating, cost accounting, or manufacturing analysis.

• Experience working within a manufacturing environment preferred.

• Understanding of manufacturing cost drivers, including BOMs, routing, machine rates, waste, setup times, standard costs, and variances.

• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including formulas, data analysis, and pivot tables.

• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and financial modeling capabilities.

• Exceptional attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment.

• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across all levels of the organization.

What We Offer:

• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package

• Retirement savings plan with company match

• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance

• Paid time off and company holidays

• Professional development and career advancement opportunities

• Opportunity to work alongside a collaborative team supporting strategic growth initiatives

• A dynamic, inclusive work environment where your voice matters and your growth is supported

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