• Sr. Manager, Pricing & Estimating

    WestRock Company (Winston-Salem, NC)


    We are seeking a strategic and detail-oriented Senior Manager, Pricing & Estimating, responsible for developing and executing initiatives around cost estimation processes for Merchandising Display. This role demands a blend of strategic thinking, analytical rigor, and cross-functional collaboration to ensure competitive, accurate, and profitable estimating strategies that align with business goals.

    Key Responsibilities:

    * Lead and manage estimating reviews RFPs

    * Collaborate with cross-functional teams including sales, operations, and finance to gather inputs for estimating models.

    * Ensure estimating strategies are aligned with market dynamics, customer requirements, and internal goals.

    * Develop and maintain cost estimation tools and methodologies to support consistent and accurate quoting.

    * Continuously refine estimation practices to reflect evolving business needs and industry standards

    * Support hiring and onboarding efforts for estimating team members, fostering a culture of excellence and accountability.

    Qualifications:

    * Minimum 5 years of experience managing others

    * Proven experience in estimating within a manufacturing environment.

    * Strong analytical skills with demonstrated expertise in cost modeling and analysis.

    * Excellent communication and collaboration abilities.

    * Familiarity with RFP processes and client engagement.

    * Proficiency in Microsoft Office and enterprise pricing tools.

    Ideal Candidate Profile

    You are a strategic thinker with a sharp analytical mind and a passion for precision. You thrive in cross-functional environments and are comfortable leading estimating initiatives that directly impact business outcomes. You bring a proactive mindset, a commitment to continuous improvement, and the ability to translate data into actionable insights.

     

    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 safety, loyalty, integrity, and respect, we use leading science and technology to move fiber-based packaging forward.

     

    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.