Job Description

Our Safety Culture:

The safety and health of our employees is this company’s most important business consideration. Lakeside Book will provide a safe and secure working environment to support our goal of zero accidents and injuries.

Lakeside Book commits to being good stewards of the environment by conducting environmentally responsible business practices while continuing to be good neighbors and partners in the communities in which we live and work.

We welcome our veterans to apply!

Location: Remote

Salary: $52,000 - $62,000 (depending on experience)

Hours: Monday - Friday (40-hour work week)

Position Summary

The Pricing Analyst develops accurate and competitive pricing estimates for complex print products and services. The role independently evaluates customer specifications, production requirements, cost drivers, and manufacturing alternatives to develop pricing models and recommendations that support profitability, business growth, and customer retention. The Senior Pricing Analyst partners with Sales, Operations, Legal, and other stakeholders on strategic pricing, contracts, and multi-year opportunities, and serves as a technical resource to other analysts on pricing tools, processes, and best practices.

What You'll Do

• Develop accurate, comprehensive pricing models and estimates for complex print and binding projects by analyzing customer requirements, production methods, materials, labor, and manufacturing costs.
• Evaluate production processes, equipment capabilities, capacity, and vendor options to recommend cost-effective solutions that balance quality, efficiency, and profitability.
• Perform detailed cost, profitability, forecasting, and scenario analyses to support pricing decisions, business planning, contract negotiations, and strategic initiatives.
• Partner closely with Sales, Operations, Legal, and other stakeholders to develop pricing strategies for new business opportunities, contract renewals, repeat work, and multi-year agreements.
• Create, maintain, and enhance pricing tools, models, and reporting that improve quoting accuracy, consistency, visibility, and process efficiency.
• Analyze historical pricing data, cost trends, and market conditions to identify risks, opportunities, and process improvements while serving as a pricing subject matter expert for internal teams.

What You'll Bring

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, Operations, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
• 3+ years of experience in pricing, estimating, financial analysis, cost modeling, manufacturing analytics, or a related discipline; print or manufacturing industry experience preferred.
• Strong understanding of cost estimation, manufacturing processes, pricing methodologies, and the factors that drive production costs and profitability.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including complex formulas, pivot tables, data analysis, and financial modeling, with the ability to work across multiple business systems.
• Proven ability to independently analyze complex data, solve problems, identify trends and anomalies, and develop data-driven recommendations.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities, influence stakeholders, and explain complex pricing concepts to diverse audiences.

What we offer you:

• Paid time off
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits
• 401k with company match
• Career growth opportunities
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee appreciation & recognition programs

About Us

Lakeside Book Company loves books! To us, every book matters. Every word. Every page. Every hand that helped build it. Our history has shown that we are leaders and innovators. We have a team-winning culture, where all of our people have a voice. While we are old in years, we are new at heart. Come join our mission to keep the world reading.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. Lakeside Book Company is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process or perform essential job functions please contact talent@lakesidebook.com.

*This job posting highlights the most critical responsibilities and requirements of the job. It’s not all-inclusive. There may be additional duties and responsibilities assigned for this job at the company’s discretion.

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