Pricing Engineer

Pricing Engineer page is loaded## Pricing Engineerlocations: Downers Grove ILtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted 3 Days Agojob requisition id: 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**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 environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. + The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.**Compensation:*** The compensation for this role is $64,000 to $75,000 per year.**Job Location:*** Hybrid - Downers Grove, IL**Benefits:*** PTO* Paid Holidays* Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance* Life Insurance* 401k**Roadrunner Freight is building something special with great people, a winning culture and a differentiated service offering in the marketplace. Join us today to grow your career!**We will not accept unsolicited candidates from external recruiters or recruiting agencies. Thank you!#LI-HybridDowners Grove, IL## **Additional Requirements:**## **Summary:**Roadrunner’s Smart Long Haul is revolutionizing the industry with significant investments in technology, a culture of continuous improvement, and intelligent and efficient direct routing. A Top 100 Trucking company by Inbound Logistics and a Top Tier Service Carrier by Mastio, Roadrunner is an LTL industry leader on the rise. As a long-haul, metro-to-metro LTL carrier, Roadrunner offers more direct routes than any other nationwide Less-than-Truckload carrier in the United States. With a nationwide presence, terminals across 40+ markets, and more than $400 million in revenue, the company’s Smart Long-Haul Network is the preferred choice for shippers looking to move freight quickly and reliably. Roadrunner is growing and looking for a highly motivated Pricing Engineer to join our winning team. If you are results driven and looking for a rapidly growing company with high growth and earnings potential, apply today! We Run Safe. We Run Smart. We Run Together.Our employees are self-disciplined, hard working, curious, trustworthy, humble, and truthful. They make choices according to what is best for the team, they live for opportunities to collaborate and make a difference, and they make us the **#1 Top Workplace** in the area. #J-18808-Ljbffr