Commodity Pricing Manager

Position: Commodity Pricing ManagerOrganization: Shanor Electric SuppliesLocation: Kenmore, NYCompensation: $70,000 – $90,000 annually, based on experienceWhat We Are Looking ForThe Commodity Pricing Manager will lead the centralized pricing strategy for wire, conduit, and related commodities. This role is responsible for developing, implementing, and maintaining consistent pricing policies, ensuring margin control, and leveraging supplier relationships to maximize profitability. The ideal candidate will collaborate closely with sales, procurement, and executive leadership to align pricing with market dynamics and company objectives.What You Will DoDevelop and execute centralized pricing strategies for wire, conduit, and other key commoditiesAnalyze market trends, supplier costs, and competitive benchmarks to inform pricing decisionsSet and communicate clear pricing guidelines to sales teams and stakeholdersDesign and maintain a feedback loop for continuous pricing improvementMonitor pricing effectiveness and adjust as needed to achieve margin and volume targetsServe as the primary point of contact for all commodity pricing inquiries and escalationsCollaborate with procurement to leverage supplier terms and negotiate favorable pricingEnsure compliance with company policies and industry regulationsPrepare and deliver regular pricing performance reports to senior managementCentralized Quoting for Large BOMsServe as the designated resource for quoting all large Bills of Material (BOMs) involving commodity itemsCoordinate with the inside sales team to ensure all large commodity BOM quotes are routed through and managed by this roleStandardize the quoting process for large projects to ensure pricing consistency and margin optimizationProvide timely and accurate quotes to the sales team, reducing variability and improving customer experienceEducate and support inside sales staff in the transition to this centralized quoting modelWhat You Need5–10 years of experience in pricing, financial analysis, procurement, or sales within distribution, manufacturing, or a related industryExperience working with commodity-based products such as wire, conduit, steel, copper, or similar materials strongly preferredProven ability to develop and manage pricing strategies that drive margin improvement and support sales growthStrong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret market trends, cost data, and competitive benchmarksAdvanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel; experience with ERP and CRM systems requiredExperience quoting large projects or Bills of Material (BOMs) with a focus on accuracy, consistency, and profitabilityStrong understanding of pricing structures, cost drivers, and supplier relationshipsExcellent communication skills with the ability to collaborate across sales, procurement, and leadership teamsAbility to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and make sound decisions in a fast-paced environmentHigh attention to detail and strong organizational skillsWhat We OfferGenerous medical insurance offeringsDental and vision plansCompany paid life insuranceCompany paid short-term disability401(k) with company matchHealth savings accountsVacation and NOCO TimeEmployee and family assistance programCompany paid trainingSafety incentivesYears of service incentives