Pricing and Billing Coordinator

Ferrara; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 62,000 - 87,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus potential

Job summary

Ferrara is seeking a Pricing Coordinator in Chicago, IL, reporting to the Pricing and Billing Manager. This role supports Sales Management and Customer Service through the order process, helps resolve pricing exceptions, and ensures accuracy of list prices and pricing conditions.

You will publish the National Price List, maintain pricing data in SAP, work with cross-functional teams, and assist with trade promotions.

Qualifications

• 3+ years experience in CPG preferred.
• Proficiency with MS Excel and Office suite.
• Experience with Excel functions including VLOOKUPs, pivot tables, and related features.
• S4 Hana, BluePlanner experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Resolve open pricing exceptions with Sales Management and Customer Service.
• Input SKU-level prices into SAP or trade allowances into TM systems promptly.
• Maintain accurate bracket prices in SAP and ensure pricing conditions are correct.
• Keep a daily pricing error report and communicate status of resolutions.
• Work with Sales Strategy and Brand Managers to publish the National Price List.
• Monitor communications with Sales Management and follow up as needed.
• Enter estimated prices in SAP for newly commercialized items to aid forecast accuracy.
• Provide support on trade promotion management systems as needed.
• Assign Trade Promotion Groups on new items.
• Assist with pricing adjustments and adherence to policies, including Revenue Recognition.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Cross-functional communication

Detail orientation

Critical thinking

Adaptability

Sales support experience

Tools

MS Excel

Office Suite

V-lookups

Pivot tables

Pivot charts

Conditional formatting

S4 Hana

BluePlanner

Job description

Work Location: [Chicago, IL]

Due to the highly interactive and team-based nature of this role, in-person attendance for most of the workweek (i.e., 3 days or more) is essential for: effective communication including during in-person meetings, strong supervision, real-time problem-solving, and participation in cross-functional initiatives.

Want to make an impact?

The Pricing Coordinator will report to the Pricing and Billing Manager. The Pricing Coordinator position is responsible for supporting the Sales Management and Customer Service teams throughout the order management process to resolve open pricing exceptions. The Pricing Coordinator also works cross functionally to ensure the accuracy of list prices, maintain pricing conditions, ensure off invoice allowances are updated accurately, and support the commercialization of newly commercialized items. This person will also be responsible for the publication of the National Price List.

Ways you will make a difference

• Work closely with Sales Management and Customer Service to resolve open pricing exceptions
• Accurately input SKU level prices into SAP or allowances into trade promotion management system(s) in a timely manner
• Work alongside cross functional partners to ensure accurate bracket prices are established and maintained in SAP
• Maintain daily pricing error report and communicate internally the status of pricing error resolution and work diligently to keep pricing exceptions at minimum
• Work with Sales Strategy and Brand Managers to regularly publish the National Price List
• Monitor communications with Sales Management and Customer Service and follow up as needed
• Work with Project Managers to confirm accurate pricing for newly commercialized items and enter estimated price in SAP to ensure forecast accuracy for everyday and seasonal
• Provide support to Sales Management on trade promotion management system as needed
• Accurately assign Trade Promotion Groups on newly commercialized items
• Provide support on pricing adjustments
• Ensure adherence to all company policies and procedures, and Revenue Recognition Policy
• Perform other duties as assigned

Skills that will make you successful

• Ability to effectively communicate across all functions
• Detail-orientated and ability to plan and prioritize work effectively
• Ability to think critically and problem solve both independently and collaboratively under limited supervision
• Ability to deal with ambiguity, change and a dynamic business environment
• Proven experience working with and supporting sales teams; strong business acumen and interpersonal skills

Experiences that will support your success

• Minimum 3 years experience with CPG preferred
• Proficiency with the MS Excel and Office suite
• Proficient experience using key Excel functions, including: V-lookups, pivot tables, pivot charts and conditional formatting
• S4 Hana, BluePlanner Experience is a plus

What We Offer

At Ferrara, we're proud to support our employees with comprehensive benefits that enhance health, financial wellness, and include paid time off (PTO). Eligible employees may also receive an annual bonus based on company performance. Learn more about our benefits at https://flimp.live/Ferrara-Benefits-Resource-Center

Compensation

The salary range for this role is $61,950 - $86,730 annually + 10% bonus potential.