Pricing ManagerPosition DescriptionJob SummarySeeking an experienced manager to lead the Pricing Administration team within the CertainTeed Exterior Products pricing group. This Pricing Manager provides the leadership and technical abilities to develop, manage and deploy a team of pricing specialists that effectively perform all pricing and rebate administrative processes at world class service levels.In this role, you will lead a staff of pricing specialists and coordinators in a hybrid work environment. As a leader in the Siding Pricing team, you will understand and utilize all relevant pricing systems and processes to effectively develop and deliver pricing programs that meet the complex needs of the Exterior Product businesses. This position requires a strong focus on process improvements including standardization, automation and streamlining procedures while effectively training and deploying a team of pricing specialists to deliver accurate and timely service to the business teams for pricing and rebate activity. In this role, you must be a dynamic team leader who is able to effectively develop and manage a team operating in a fast pace environment and be flexible enough to reprioritize tasks with exceptional communication to meet frequently evolving requirements.Pricing Team Leadership
Responsible for the leadership, coaching, ongoing feedback and professional development of the Siding Pricing Administration team through our company’s culture of Trust, Empowerment, and Collaboration
Establishing and monitoring the goals and objectives for the department; including team performance, responsiveness, department flexibility, accuracy, invoicing and service levels to both internal and external customers
Effectively onboarding and training employees along with communicating and training internal stakeholders (ie. Sales staff) on key pricing processes
Determines and monitors key performance indicators through collaboration and communication with customers; conducting surveys; benchmarking best practices; and analyzing information and applications
Investigates problems and works with employees to identify and implement solutions ensuring timely and accurate responses
A change agent actively anticipating business changes, equipping the Pricing Administration team to effectively navigate and support those changes while maintaining best-in-class performance and employee engagement
Pricing Process Management & Problem Solving
Develop and execute all relevant policies and processes for pricing and rebates within scope to achieve company goals
Facilitate opportunities to streamline or automate administrative pricing processes; an active problem-solving mindset; and implementing required changes
Lead cross-functional planning or program discussions and meetings as they relate to pricing and rebates
Ensures pricing processes align with Internal Control Requirements (ICRF). Oversea and/or participate in relevant audits
Ensures timely, responsible, and professional communication to internal and external customers
Strong awareness and understanding of the complexities and nuances of all product lines, pricing and rebate programs, and customer channels in order to partner with the Sales and Product Management organizations to create and deliver strong processes along with key training for the Pricing Administration team
Ad Hoc Activity
Works with a variety of departments, including sales, product management, marketing and accounting, to facilitate strategic company strategy alignment and maximize profitability
Collaborate with IT to develop systems and/or programs used in the pricing and rebate function. Assist with troubleshooting system problems as it relates to pricing and rebate
Required QualificationsRequired Skills & Qualifications:
Dynamic individual with the ability to motivate and lead others
Proven track record of developing high performing teams and managing employee growth
Self-starter, lead initiatives and drive activities independently
Ability to solve complex problems that involve competing priorities; make data-driven decisions or recommendations and align decisions with strategies. Considers the impacts of decisions on other parts of the organization
Driven and solid team player; openly share knowledge with colleagues. Customer-centric attitude
Demonstrates complex problem resolution proficiency and the ability to identify/implement process improvements and deploy organizational resources effectively
Outstanding communication and presentation skills among all levels of the organization
Experienced in conflict resolution, organizational skills and motivating others
Ability to understand and analyze the “complete picture” incorporating all levers of pricing practices
A bachelor's degree in finance, mathematics, or statistics or relevant experience
A minimum of 7-10 years' progressive management experience
Supervisory Responsibilities:
Direct reports include: Approximately, 4-6 Pricing Specialists and/or Pricing Coordinators
The position requires the ability to motivate direct/indirect or non-reports in the pricing function as well as cross-functional supporting functions
Company SummaryAt Saint-Gobain, our employees have pride in belonging to an organization whose culture is made up of these core values: Trust, Empowerment, & Collaboration. Our company encourages diversity and inclusion in all its forms while our productsmake the world a more beautiful, safer, and sustainable home (http://bit.ly/purpose-sgna) .Legal StatementSaint-Gobain provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Saint-Gobain is an equal opportunity employer of individuals with disabilities and supports the hiring of veterans.Pricing ManagerLocation: Malvern, PennsylvaniaPosting Date: 05/19/2024Job Code: USA09096See yourself here (https://maps.google.com/?q=United+States MALVERN Pennsylvania)