Pricing Analyst

Join the dynamic team at Georgia-Pacific Packaging, a global leader in the packaging business. We manufacture standard corrugated containers, specialty-packaging products, and fiber-based solutions for various industries, including Corrugated, Mailers, and Coatings.

About the role

We are seeking a talented Pricing Analyst to support our corrugated packaging division. In this role, you will work closely with sales teams, analyzing and processing quoting requests for both new and existing customers. You will manage the Request for Proposal (RFP) process from start to finish, including submitting quotes in the preferred customer format. This position supports opportunities within a specific region across multiple facilities nationwide and offers excellent growth opportunities within the broader GP/Koch organization.

The Revenue and Pricing teams at GP provide support to various operating locations across the United States. Our team is diverse, passionate about analytics, financial business partnering, and lifelong learning. This is an onsite role at our GP HQ in downtown Atlanta, GA, with a hybrid work schedule of three days in the office each week. We seek local applicants or candidates willing to relocate.

Responsibilities

• Manage and process all requests for quotes within the configure-price-quote system (under 48-hour goal) or by the RFP date.
• Identify and correct data omissions and discrepancies by engaging with National Account Managers or Sales Reps.
• Utilize pricing bands and Revenue Management tools to develop accurate quotes.
• Analyze bids to assist the sales team in identifying profitable opportunities and the best-fit plants for production.
• Create new item standard cost estimates and adjust pricing for current items due to specification changes or manufacturing process updates.
• Develop and present business cases/Decision-Making Framework (DMF) models for leadership review and approval.
• Coordinate on complex bids and items with the Pricing Manager as needed.
• Provide analytical support for the Corrugated business and generate relevant reports.
• Perform advanced commercial reviews, variance analysis, and key performance observations.
• Make recommendations for profitability improvements.
• Capture win/loss data on quotes by gathering information from sales representatives and updating the system.
• Ensure CRM data is accurate regarding opportunity volume.
• Stay informed about category trends and manufacturing processes.
• Seek and share knowledge, identify opportunities for improvement, challenge the status quo, and propose solutions.
• Promote and reinforce the Principled Based Management® (PBM®) culture by applying the company’s Guiding Principles.

Requirements

• Career experience in Accounting, Finance, Business Analysis, Pricing, or a related role.
• Analytical thinker with attention to detail, capable of building working relationships and solving problems collaboratively.
• Flexible and able to prioritize work in a dynamic environment, embracing change and improving processes.
• Confident communicator, comfortable engaging with customers and internal stakeholders via various communication channels.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite/Office 365, particularly MS Excel, and a willingness to learn new systems and tools.
• Ability to complete occasional travel to supported manufacturing sites, including overnight stays up to 10-15% of the time.
• Legal authorization to work permanently in the United States for any employer without requiring a visa transfer or sponsorship.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Finance, Economics, Business, or a related quantitative discipline.
• Experience that includes knowledge of financial statements and key drivers.
• Advanced MS Excel skills, including understanding modeling assumptions, complex formulas, and pivot tables.
• Experience in the Packaging, Consumer Products, or Manufacturing industry.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance, flexible spending and health savings accounts.
• Life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment (ADD), disability insurance.
• Retirement plans, paid vacation/time off, educational assistance.
• May include infertility assistance, paid parental leave, and adoption assistance (eligibility criteria apply).

Pay

Compensation is determined by available market data, considering each candidate's knowledge, skills, abilities, and geographic location. The actual amount may be higher or lower than the provided range. For questions, speak to your recruiter about the flexibility and detail of our compensation philosophy.

Schedule

Hybrid work schedule with three days in the office each week at our GP HQ in downtown Atlanta, GA.