What are the responsibilities and job description for the Cost Estimator position at Smurfit Westrock?
At Smurfit Westrock we offer a long-term career with a clear path of advancement in a thriving, dynamic environment. Join us and be a part of a world-class team that’s shaping the future of packaging.
The Opportunity:
The Sr. Pricing Specialist provides commercial analytics to support decision making for large accounts, including bids and contract renewals. The scope of this position also involves ad hoc analysis and communications associated with cost savings, profit improvement, and new product proposals.
This position is a remote position.
How you will impact Smurfit Westrock:
- Manage bid packages for large customers that come to us in the form of a Request for Quote (RFQ).
- Partner with the Sales Leadership to provide a full array of analytical support for data requests and Request for Quotations (RFQ's).
- Analyze, compare, and evaluate impact to sales, costs, and profits from different designs and/or commercial terms
- Establish an effective working relationship with the sales leaders, key division, regional, plant, and corporate personnel.
- Communicate project progress and analysis results to internal & external customers.
What you need to succeed:
- Bachelor’s degree in in Business Administration, Finance, Economics, Industrial Engineering or math-related discipline preferred.
- 3 years of experience with price/cost data processing analysis
- Prior experience working in manufacturing or packaging facility.
- Must have the ability to manage multiple large projects with 4 to 8 bids / projects at the same time.
- Strong analytical mindset and ability required.
- Must be self-directed, self-motivated, and self-starter.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, combined with ability to communicate at all levels.
- MS Office Suite proficiency with Advanced Excel skills - Required
- Analytical thinker with the ability to logically process information and make informed decisions
- Well organized with great time management skills to manage multiple priorities
- Highly motivated to excel and achieve results.
What we offer:
- Corporate culture based on integrity, respect, accountability, and excellence.
- Comprehensive training with numerous learning and development opportunities.
- An attractive salary reflecting skills, competencies, and potential.
- Generous benefits including 401 K Matching, Medical, Dental, Vision all starting day one, Tuition Reimbursement, Employee Discounts, Wellness programs and much more!
- A career with a global packaging company where Sustainability, Safety and Inclusion are business drivers and foundational elements of the daily work.