Pricing Specialist II

ELECTROLUX MIDEA APPLIANCE MANUFACT; Anderson (SC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Job summary

Electrolux Midea Appliance Manufacturing is seeking a Pricing Specialist II in Anderson, SC to support cost analysis and lifecycle costing for appliance components. You will benchmark costs, analyze supplier quotations, and identify savings opportunities across procurement and manufacturing teams.

The role emphasizes collaboration with R&D, Quality, and Finance to drive cost reductions, with strong Excel skills and experience in cost modeling and pricing negotiations.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of procurement cost analysis or related roles.
• Strong knowledge of manufacturing methods (injection molding, stamping, die casting) and their cost structures.
• Proficiency with cost analysis software and advanced Excel (lookup, pivot tables, cost modeling).
• Basic financial accounting knowledge (statements, depreciation, lifecycle costing).
• Bachelor’s degree in SCM, logistics, business, finance, or related field.

Responsibilities

• Analyze purchasing costs for washing machine components and support pricing negotiations.
• Develop component and supplier-quotation cost breakdowns, benchmarks, and lifecycle cost assessments.
• Develop and review annual purchasing cost-reduction plans; track initiatives against targets.
• Support annual procurement tenders, bids, and negotiations to reduce costs.
• Collaborate with Procurement, R&D, Quality, Finance, and process engineering on cost-reduction projects.
• Assess how manufacturing methods affect quotations and component costs.
• Review BOMs, supplier quotes, and cost models to identify pricing drivers and optimization opportunities.
• Monitor commodity-price trends and communicate impacts on procurement strategy.

Skills

Cost modeling

BOM analysis

Pricing negotiations

Cost reduction planning

Advanced Excel

Cross-functional collaboration

Commercial awareness

Deadline-driven

Quotation evaluation

Manufacturing costing

Education

Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, logistics, business administration, finance, or related field

Tools

ERP / SRM systems

Cost analysis software

Job description

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Pricing Specialist II (Cost Analyst)

ELECTROLUX-MIDEA APPLIANCE MANUFACTURING | ANDERSON, SOUTH CAROLINA

Salaried • On-Site • Supply Chain / Procurement

POSITION SUMMARY

Electrolux Midea Appliance Manufacturing (EMAM) seeks a Pricing Specialist II to support competitive component sourcing and appliance manufacturing costs through detailed cost breakdowns, market benchmarking, and lifecycle cost models. Reporting to the Supply Chain Manager, this position partners with Procurement, R&D, Quality, and Finance to identify cost reduction opportunities for washing machine components, including motors, electronic assemblies, injection-molded parts, and metal components.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Analyze purchasing costs for washing machine components and support material price negotiations and pricing decisions.
• Develop component and supplier-quotation cost breakdowns, market benchmarks, and lifecycle cost assessments to identify pricing gaps and savings opportunities.
• Develop and review annual purchasing cost-reduction plans; track approved initiatives against established targets.
• Support annual procurement tenders, competitive bids, and commercial negotiations to achieve cost-reduction objectives.
• Partner with Procurement, R&D, Quality, Finance, and process engineering teams on targeted product and value-chain cost-reduction projects.
• Assess how manufacturing methods—including injection molding, stamping, and die casting—affect supplier quotations and component costs.
• Review bills of materials (BOMs), supplier quotations, and cost models to identify pricing anomalies, cost drivers, and opportunities for optimization.
• Monitor commodity-price trends, market conditions, and relevant manufacturing technology developments; communicate potential impacts on procurement strategy.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Three to five years of relevant experience in procurement cost analysis, procurement engineering, product estimating, or process engineering.
• Strong knowledge of manufacturing methods, including injection molding, stamping, and die casting, and their cost structures.
• Proficiency with cost analysis software or advanced Excel tools, including lookup functions, pivot tables, and cost modeling.
• Basic financial accounting knowledge, including financial statements, depreciation, and lifecycle costing.
• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, logistics, business administration, finance, or a related field.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Cost analysis, procurement, or engineering experience in established household appliance or automotive component manufacturing environments.
• Experience with procurement and financial functions within ERP and supplier relationship management (SRM) systems.

SKILLS & COMPETENCIES

Cost modeling and BOM analysis • Supplier quotation evaluation • Manufacturing process costing • Pricing negotiations • Competitive bidding • Cost-reduction planning • Advanced Excel and reporting • Cross-functional collaboration • Commercial awareness • Ability to deliver accurate assessments under deadlines

WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

This is primarily an on-site office-based role within a manufacturing facility, with periodic visits to production and supplier-related work areas. Essential functions include reviewing technical and financial information, using computer systems, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and moving through designated facility areas, with or without reasonable accommodation. Required safety procedures and personal protective equipment apply in production areas.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY & ACCOMMODATIONS

EMAM provides equal employment opportunities in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Employment decisions are based on job-related qualifications and business requirements without unlawful discrimination. Reasonable accommodations will be considered for qualified applicants and employees with disabilities in accordance with applicable law.