Estimator / Pricing Cost Analyst

Company: Graphic Packaging International
Location: Concord
Posted on: May 26, 2023

Job Description:

At Graphic Packaging International (NYSE: GPK), we produce the box you may have poured your child's cereal from this morning, the microwaveable tray that heated your lunch, the paper cup that held your coffee throughout the day, and the carrier of those bottles of craft beer you may enjoy tonight! We're one of the largest manufacturers of paperboard and paper-based packaging for some of the world's most recognized brands of food, beverage, foodservice, household, personal care and pet care products. Headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, we are a team of collaborative, innovative, passionate individuals who are committed to providing consumer packaging that makes a world of difference.With almost 18,000 employees working in more than 70 locations in North and South America, Europe and the Pacific Rim, we strive to be an environmentally responsible leader in our industry and in the communities where we operate. We are committed to workplace diversity and offer compensation and benefits programs that are among the industry's best to reward the talented people who make our company successful.If this sounds like something you would like to be a part of, we'd love to hear from you. Learn more about us at .Inspired Packaging. A World of Difference.An Estimators primary responsibility is to complete cost estimates, cost analysis, and issue price quotations for folding cartons. The Estimator will manage estimating requirements for specific customers and/or plant locations. In addition, the Estimator will participate in special projects, product profitability analysis, cost savings projects, and preparation of bid packages as necessary. A success factor in this role is the ability to solicit and incorporate plant and sales input into the estimating process. The Estimator will partner with the account Sales Representative and Pricing Managers to provide a full array of cost analytical support for estimate requests. The Estimator will work with others on the Estimating team to complete large projects. Position Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following.Timely completion of Price Quotation requests for customer account representativesCommunicate as required with internal customers to assist in meeting their requirementsConsult with manager, manufacturing staff, capacity planning, to determine best approach to produce opportunities internally and/or externallyWork collaboratively and effectively with cross functional counterparts to complete cost estimates improve processes, and develop company performanceComprehend manufacturing for folding cartonsThe coordination and completion of Bid Packages including the completion of the Business Profiles and customer supplied Bid SheetsThe completion of cost estimates which include inputs from SAP or plant operationsParticipate in Lean Sigma projects and deploy improvements as appropriateDevelop strong working relationships with Plant Personnel, Sales, and Pricing ManagersAll other duties as assigned

This Job Description is not intended to be all-inclusive. The employee will also perform other reasonably related business duties, as assigned by immediate manager and other management personnel.Graphic Packaging is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All candidates will be evaluated on the basis of their qualifications for the job in question. We do not base our employment decision on an employee's or applicant's race, color, religion, age, gender or sex (including pregnancy), national origin, ancestry, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic identity, genetic information, disability, veteran/military status or any other basis prohibited by local, state, or federal law. Click here to view the EEO is the Law Poster.Required SkillsMust have some knowledge of printing and converting of paper or paperboard productsMust have good written and verbal communication skillsMust have advanced PC/computer skills and experience with spreadsheet softwareMust have good interpersonal skillsStrong mathematical, organizational, interpersonal, and communications skills are required as well as the ability to promptly analyze, interpret and compare detailed information, and to make consistent and accurate conclusions based on the information and project scope.Required ExperienceBachelor's degree in Business with 3-5 years of cost experience or related experience preferably in a manufacturing environment or equivalent combination of education and experience

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