PRODUCT PRICING ANALYST

Smalley; Lake Zurich (IL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) match

Life insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Job summary

The Product Pricing Analyst at Smalley will partner with the Product Management team to review customer pricing proposals, validate cost inputs and develop pricing and margin strategies to improve profitability. You will collaborate across Estimating, Sales, Customer Service and Engineering to deliver data-driven insights.

Responsibilities include cost validation, contract negotiations, and creating documentation for customers while coordinating with foreign affiliates and distributors to

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree is required.
• 1–2 years of accounting/finance experience with data analysis.
• Ability to extract and analyze data and make data-driven decisions.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and data analysis.
• Experience with business intelligence/analytics software is a plus.
• Manufacturing experience is a plus.
• Must be authorized to work in the US on a permanent basis.

Responsibilities

• Review and analyze customer pricing proposals and Smalley’s product cost inputs.
• Develop sales, pricing and margin strategy as a key member of the Estimating Team.
• Sales, pricing and contract negotiations.
• Actively support Estimating, Sales, Customer Service, Engineering and Operations.
• Develop pricing strategies involving foreign affiliates and distributors.
• Cost validation.
• Work with key customers to complete pricing letters, min/max agreements, stocking agreements, award letters, and other key commercial documents.
• Customer relationship management and process customer quotations.

Skills

Data analysis

Excel

Data-driven decisions

Communication

Time management

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Microsoft 365

BI software

Job description

About Us

Smalley is the global manufacturing leader of precision metal formed products – known for our Spirolox® retaining rings and Crest-to- Crest® wave springs. Our success is propelled by our inventive spirit, devoted team members, extensive engineering proficiency, and technical ability, cultivated by over 100 years of manufacturing excellence. We supply to industries including aerospace, automotive, medical, energy, robotics and industrial machinery – supporting over 70% of the Fortune 500 global manufacturers. We are proud of our commitment to delivering innovative, high-quality products, relentless pursuit of improvement, and unwavering dedication to providing excellent service to our valued customers.

About Us

Smalley is the global manufacturing leader of precision metal formed products – known for our Spirolox® retaining rings and Crest-to- Crest® wave springs. Our success is propelled by our inventive spirit, devoted team members, extensive engineering proficiency, and technical ability, cultivated by over 100 years of manufacturing excellence. We supply to industries including aerospace, automotive, medical, energy, robotics and industrial machinery – supporting over 70% of the Fortune 500 global manufacturers. We are proud of our commitment to delivering innovative, high-quality products, relentless pursuit of improvement, and unwavering dedication to providing excellent service to our valued customers.

Why Smalley?

At Smalley, we take pride in cultivating an inclusive work environment that values creativity, collaboration and diversity. We believe in our associates' unique perspectives that they bring to every challenge, which is why we will empower you to push the boundaries of what is possible. We are committed to nurturing an enjoyable work atmosphere demonstrated through activities such as Spirit Days, Cancer Awareness events, Health and Wellness activities, and fun sports opportunities to play in basketball, bags, and ping pong tournaments!

We Offer

• Competitive compensation and benefits package as well as: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k match, Life insurance, Tuition Reimbursement, PTO, and more!
• Opportunities for career advancement and professional growth
• Ongoing learning and training and development opportunities
• Company and department led team-building activities and events
  
  

Job Summary

The Product Pricing Analyst will assist the Product Management team with a variety of customer-related matters that often require a higher degree of evaluation, data analysis and collaboration. Common types of customer requests include contract proposals, pricing agreements, cost breakdown requests, capacity inquiries and other strategic business opportunities. The Product Pricing Analyst will also validate system costs, identify and track cost outliers and determine strategies to help improve company profitability. The Product Pricing Analyst will have the opportunity to work with other departments on a variety of company-wide initiatives.

Job Responsibilities

• Responsible for review and analysis of customer pricing proposals and Smalley’s product cost inputs
• Develop sales, pricing and margin strategy as a key member of the Estimating Team
• Sales, pricing and contract negotiations
• Actively support Estimating, Sales, Customer Service, Engineering and Operations
• Develop sales and pricing strategies involving foreign affiliates and distributors
• Cost validation
• Work with key customers to complete a variety of customer documentation, including pricing letters, min/max agreements, stocking agreements, award letters, and other key commercial agreements
• Customer relationship management
• Process customer quotations
• Training, mentoring and team collaboration
  
  

Qualifications

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree required
• Minimum 1 - 2 years of experience in Accounting or Finance with experience conducting data analysis
• Ability to extract and analyze data and make data-driven decisions
• Ability to organize, execute and deliver results in a timely manner
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft 365 with strong Excel skills
• Experience using business intelligence/analytics software a plus
• Manufacturing experience a plus
• Must be authorized to work in the US on a permanent basis
  
  

Apply today and discover the opportunities that await you!

EEO/Affirmative Action Smalley is an equal opportunity employer and believes in equal opportunity for all employees and applicants. Accordingly, all employment decisions are based on the principles of equal opportunity. These decisions include recruitment, selection, promotion, transfer, discipline, compensation, benefits, training, and other personnel actions involving persons in all job titles and shall occur without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth and related conditions), age, national origin, disability, genetic information, veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender identity, creed, ancestry, marital status, or any other legally protected class as recognized by applicable law.

You may be eligible for the following competitive benefits: medical, dental vision, life, accident & disability, parental leave, tuition reimbursement, employee assistance program, paid holidays, paid time off and 401(k).

Should you need further assistance to apply to any of our job postings or have any general questions, please contact us at 847-719-5900.