Sr. Anlst, Pricing & Est

General Information Job ID ATR58563 Posting Job Title Sr. Analyst, Pricing & Estimating Locations MO Springfield MO Corrugated Employment Type Full Time Date Posted 11-Feb-2026 Relocation Support No Description & Requirements Smurfit Westrock (NYSE:SW) is a global leader in sustainable paper and packaging solutions. We are materials scientists, packaging designers, mechanical engineers and manufacturing experts with a shared purpose: Innovate Boldly. Package Sustainably. Guided by our values of integrity, respect, accountability and excellence, we use leading science and technology to move fiber-based packaging forward. The purpose of the Sr. Analyst, Pricing & Estimating role is to provide strategic and consistent pricing guidance to Business Unit management on National and Local customer accounts by utilizing the Pricing Excellence tools and the development of accurate new and revised item estimates for the Corrugated Segment at WestRock. This role provides the following: A control point for data accuracy in the estimating and order entry systems An accurate depiction of the products requested by customers and the material, manufacturing and service costs required to produce such products A local pricing knowledge expert Analytical pricing and standard cost profitability support for the Business Unit management team The determination, documentation, and communication of margin improvement opportunities Responsibilities The Pre-Pricing Specialist is responsible for the following: Manages and processes all requests for quotations (RFQ's) in a timely basis Identifies RFQ data omissions and discrepancies and requiring complete and corrected information from New Item Data Sheets Creates new item standard cost estimates and any required re-pricing of current items due to changes from original specifications / requirements in Kiwi ESP or changes in manufacturing processes from those that were assumed on an earlier quote Utilizes the Pricing Excellence tools to develop and provide pricing guidance for the Business Unit management team to include: Pocket Price / UOM Cost to Serve / UOM Rebates & Discounts / UOM Freight / UOM Total Invoiced Price / UOM Enters data documenting won items or changes to existing items into Local Business Operating System Reviews National Account quote data as requested by the National Account Business Analysts Interprets pricing analytical reports Provides Pricing Excellence Development Manager quality process checks Creates monthly tracking reports Defines, documents, and communicates margin improvement opportunities Possesses, or strives to possess, a complete and thorough understanding of all manufacturing processes, equipment and equipment limitations Duties The following is a list of regular duties performed by the Pre-Pricing Specialist position: Managing e-mail and other methods for estimate and quote requests (RFQ) Providing necessary feedback on completeness and accuracy of RFQ request New Item Data Sheet / New Item Request Sheet Authority to stop quoting process for lack of necessary required information Managing CAD and print card process for new or changed business as required Securing Business Unit placement of business and machine routing Obtaining tooling costs where required Obtaining farm out costs as required Creating new item estimates or re-pricing estimates in individual plant / business computer systems Reviewing output for accuracy Correcting or adjusting estimates as required Generating pricing guidance through the use of Pricing Excellence tools and provide to Business Unit management with documentation Providing a margin improvement opportunity report to Business Unit management on each bid Securing final approved pricing from Business Unit management and ensuring compliance of proper approval authority as defined by Division Printing and distributing quotations to approved Business Unit management for signatures. Electronically filing copies of signed quotations Providing weekly estimation quality checks to Pricing Excellence Development Manager Interpreting analytical reports on pricing and providing feedback on opportunities and issues to Business Unit management Performing other duties as assigned by the Pricing Department as part of process requirements Compliance with Company policies on credit terms, rebates, and various service costs. Critical Competencies The candidate for the Pre-Pricing Specialist position must exhibit the following leadership and core competencies to drive industry leading results in Pricing Excellence: Customer Focused: Ensure the National Account Team and Business Unit information requirements are accurate and provided on a timely basis Champion of and Adapter to Change: Drives innovative business improvements through Pricing Excellence Customer Focused: Ensure Business Unit information requirements are accurate and provided on a timely basis. Excels in Customer Service. Results Driven: Focuses on the critical core objectives of Pricing Excellence; channels own and others energy to consistently deliver results that meet or exceed expectations. Balances immediate and long-term priorities. Inspires Achievement. Fosters Teamwork: Builds and maintains relationships across all functions that motivate, guide, and reinforce the performance of all toward goal accomplishments. Technical/Functional Excellence: Continually strives for functional and technical expertise in all aspects of the pricing and estimating process - continuous learning and application. Complete and thorough understanding of all manufacturing processes, equipment and equipment limitations. Advanced level proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Kiwi ESP, and local business operating system Integrative Thinker: Possesses the analytic skill necessary to analyze, manage, and work with large amounts of complex data Effective Communicator: Actively listens, analyzes and creates quotes, disseminates information in a timely manner Education 4 year Bachelor degree preferred in one of the following fields: Business Administration Finance Economics Industrial engineering or other math related discipline Relevant work history will be strongly considered in lieu of the above desired degree Experience Ideally, the candidate for this position will have a minimum of 5 years of corrugated customer service experience with responsibilities that included product cost estimation. The candidate must have working knowledge of other department operations and production capabilities / limitations including but not limited to: Manufacturing Sales Transportation Finance System Access Requirements Kiwiplan ESP Kiwiplan (Mfg) Local business operating systems COGNOS Qlikview TranZact Other Requirements Up to 5% travel. Required to visit facilities bi-monthly. Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills - internal and external organization Excellent computer skills Ability to make independent, effective decisions Ability to analyze, design, and recommend margin producing opportunities Strong knowledge of industry trends and best practices Ability to impact and influence those outside of the department and manage conflict Strategic, analytical and detail-oriented with good organizational and time management skills, able to prioritize tasks, manage time multiple tasks effectively Training Requirements Overview of Paper making Overview of Box making Kiwiplan ESP Estimating module Pricing Excellence theory Local business operating systems Communication and Presentation skills Microsoft Excel Qlikview Understanding RT Recycle/Mill/Box Plant structure Candidates are required to undergo a drug screening after receiving a conditional job offer, but before starting employment. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law.

Created: 2026-03-10