Senior Pricing Analyst
1 day ago
San Jose
Job Description About the Company: GreenWaste has been an industry leader in recycling and waste diversion for more than 40 years, specializing in all aspects of material collection and processing, tailoring our service offerings to the unique needs of our customers and communities, and helping to shape the evolution of the solid waste industry. Our business was founded on principles of environmental sustainability and innovation is a cornerstone of our ongoing operations and growth strategy. We provide collection services to more than 300,000 customers in 20+ municipalities, process materials from 50+ jurisdictions, operate 18 separate processing lines across 14 locations and widely recognize that our most valuable asset is our nearly 1,000 employees. Longevity and job satisfaction are high, and we proudly offer promotional opportunities, valuable training, great benefits, an atmosphere of camaraderie and respect at all levels. Position Summary: GreenWaste is seeking a Senior Pricing Analyst to support and enhance the Company’s pricing strategy across multiple facilities and lines of business, including C&D inbound materials, hauling services, and landscape materials sales. This analytical role is responsible for developing and maintaining pricing models, evaluating cost and market data, and ensuring that pricing decisions align with the Company’s financial and operational objectives. This person will work closely with operations, sales, finance, and executive leadership to provide data‑driven insights that strengthen profitability, improve market competitiveness, and support sustainable long‑term growth. Essential Functions and Responsibilities: Pricing & Financial Modeling • Develop and maintain cost based and market-based pricing models for:, • Inbound C&D materials (tipping fees, special waste streams, contamination surcharges)., • Hauling services (residential, commercial, roll off, franchise, and non franchise hauling rates)., • Landscape materials (mulch, compost, soil blends, recycled products)., • Assist with the analysis of operational cost drivers in order to develop cost‑to‑serve models (labor, equipment, disposal, overhead, fuel, maintenance, etc.) to ensure pricing aligns with current and forecasted cost structures., • Conduct competitive benchmarking using available market intelligence and customer feedback to ensure pricing remains competitive and sustainable., • Support annual rate adjustment filings, franchise rate reviews, CPI passthroughs, and municipal reports., • Analyze competitor pricing and positioning to inform pricing strategy. Data Analysis & Reporting • Build dashboards and reports to track pricing performance, elasticity, volume trends, and margin impact., • Identify anomalies, underpriced accounts, leakage, or discounting trends that negatively affect revenue., • Partner with IT/Data teams to strengthen data pipelines needed for pricing accuracy (ETL/ELT workflows, CRM/ERP integrations, etc.). Cross‑Functional Collaboration • Work with Sales on quoting, proposals, and contract renewals to ensure pricing consistency and profitability., • Support Operations with modeling for route optimization, disposal cost impacts, and equipment ROI., • Collaborate with Customer Service to develop pricing for new service requests or escalations., • Partner with Finance leadership (CFO, Controller) to support budgeting, forecasting, and strategic planning. Strategic Projects • Lead pricing workstreams for acquisitions, new facility launches, and market expansion., • Assist in rate case development for regulated jurisdictions., • Contribute to bid responses, including pricing schedules, cost justifications, and scenario modeling., • Drive continuous improvement of pricing processes, tools, and governance. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: • Strong leadership presence with the ability to influence, motivate, and develop both direct and indirect reports., • Excellent written, verbal, and executive‑presentation communication skills, including the ability to simplify complex information., • Experience with BI tools (Power BI preferred, given your organization’s known use), ERP systems, and/or pricing software and SQL proficiency or advanced analytics experience preferred, • Strategic thinker with strong analytical capabilities, financial acumen, and the ability to model scenarios and pricing strategies., • Skilled at exercising sound judgment under pressure, managing multiple priorities, and meeting tight deadlines., • Demonstrated commitment to promoting safety culture, compliance standards, and GreenWaste values., • Experience in waste management, recycling, organics/landscape materials, hauling services, or another asset‑heavy operational industry preferred, including knowledge of California solid waste regulations, franchise agreements, and local market dynamics., • The ability to thrive in a dynamic, evolving environment is critical., • Communicate clearly and professionally with employees and customers at all levels, adapting to a wide range of personalities and working styles. Qualifications: • Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Business, Data Analytics, or related field., • 5+ years of experience in pricing, financial analysis, or similar analytical role., • Strong quantitative and analytical skills with advanced proficiency in Excel (pivot tables, lookups, complex formulas) and data analysis tools., • Ability to interpret operational data and translate insights into clear pricing recommendations., • Excellent communication skills and ability to collaborate with cross‑functional teams. Language Skill: • Proficiency in English Physical Demands: • Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer. Work Environment: Typical work week is Monday through Friday. This position requires to be present in the San Jose Corporate office. Occasional off-site meetings, early morning, and late evening meetings as needed; flexibility needed due to the nature of the industry. On occasion, may be exposed to outdoor weather conditions and odors/smells while on site visits. Compensation and Benefits: Financial compensation will be commensurate with applicable experience. GreenWaste offers a competitive benefits package, including paid time off, holiday pay, 401K benefits, FSA, and full employee coverage for medical, dental, vision insurance, life insurance and LTD benefits. GreenWaste provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, and/or local laws. This Organization Participates in E-Verify. Esta Organización Participa en E-Verify. GreenWaste Core Values Integrity Do what’s right for each other and our communities. Teamwork Work together to help our communities thrive. Creativity Experiment and try something new, big or small. Innovation Champion ideas that drive sustainability every day.