Pricing Engineer

Pricing Engineer page is loaded## Pricing Engineer locations:
Downers Grove ILtime type:
Full time posted on:
Posted 3 Days Agojob requisition :
R0002196
** Job Description

Summary:

** This role is built for someone with strong analytical horsepower and high curiosity.

You may come from engineering, mathematics, statistics, or a quantitative field. What matters is your ability to break down complex problems, work with data at a deep level, and apply mathematical reasoning to real business decisions.

You will support both day-to-day pricing execution and, over time, contribute to more strategic initiatives: identifying patterns, solving problems, and helping shape pricing decisions across the business.

You will work in a fast-paced environment with real deadlines and high expectations. There is no micromanagement here. Output and ownership matter.
** Critical

Job Functions:

*** Execute pricing work with speed and accuracy  + Analyze customer and market data to develop pricing recommendations  + Support bids for direct customers and 3PLs, balancing yield and network capacity  + Build and maintain pricing models using Excel and internal systems
* Manage daily workflow independently  + Process incoming pricing requests from Sales through internal systems  + Ensure accuracy, speed, and consistency across deliverables  + Manage multiple priorities and deadlines without constant oversight
* Solve problems and identify gaps  + Recognize data inconsistencies, investigate and identify root causes  + Apply logical and statistical reasoning to support pricing decisions  + Propose solutions and recommendations
* Support pricing decisions  + Support pricing initiatives and projects that impact margin and growth  + Identify trends in customer behavior, pricing performance, and market shifts  + Help improve tools, processes, and pricing logic
* Collaborate cross-functionally  + Partner with Sales, Operations, and leadership to align pricing decisions  + Participate in customer discussions when needed, supporting pricing insights
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* Job Requirements:

*** Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Mathematics, Statistics, Data Analytics, or a related field
* Strong foundation in mathematics, statistics, or quantitative analysis
* 3+ years of experience in analytics, engineering, or data-focused roles
* Ability to work with large datasets, identify patterns, and build logical models
* Experience applying quantitative reasoning to real-world problems
* Strong Excel skills (pivot tables, advanced formulas required)
* Exposure to SQL (ability to write queries preferred)
* Familiarity with Microsoft Access or similar tools is a plus
* Exposure to Python, R, or other programming languages is a plus
* Exposure to AI, machine learning, or data experimentation is a strong plus.
** More important than tools:
*** Strong problem-solving ability and analytical thinking
* High curiosity and willingness to learn quickly
* Ability to work independently and manage deadlines
* Clear communication: can explain the “why” behind the numbers
* Work ethic: you take ownership and follow through
** Core Competencies
*** Analytical thinking
* Problem solving and pattern recognition
* Ownership and accountability
* Learning agility
* Data interpretation and storytelling
* Attention to detail
* Cross-functional collaboration
* This role requires strong quantitative thinking. If your experience is primarily executing tasks without deeply understanding the data behind them, this role will not be a fit.
** Physical Demands and Work Environment:
** The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this position.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
* Physical Demands:  + Sedentary physical activity performing non- strenuous daily activities of an administrative nature.  + While performing the duties of the job, the employee is regularly required to sit, walk, stand, reach/handle items, work with the fingers, and talk and hear others in conversations via the phone or in person.
* Work Environment:  + The work…