Pricing Operations Supervisor

Westlake • Houston, TX

104d • Hybrid

About The Position

Westlake Pipe & Fittings, a Westlake division (NYSE:WLK), is one of the largest polyvinyl chloride pipe and fittings manufacturers in North America. With 23 manufacturing and distribution locations, the company supplies gasketed, solvent weld, and restrained joint pipes and a wide range of fittings for a diverse list of markets including municipal water and sewer, plumbing, water well, pool and spa, and agricultural and turf irrigation. Westlake Pipe & Fittings is an industry leader in product development with Certa-Lok® spline-lock technology and product systems that are focused on building A Better Foundation. We are seeking a collaborative and strategic Pricing Operations Supervisor to lead our pricing initiatives for pipe and fittings products. This role is key to driving profitable growth through data-driven pricing strategies—and equally critical in cultivating a high-performing team of pricing analysts. The ideal candidate is not only analytical, but also passionate about mentoring, developing, and empowering team members to thrive in a dynamic manufacturing environment. If you are a team builder who excels at translating market insights into actionable direction, this role offers an opportunity to help shape future pricing processes and drive operational efficiencies across the organization.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Economics, Business Administration, Statistics or related field, MBA preferred
• 5+ years of hands-on experience in pricing analysis, financial analysis or a related field
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret complex data sets and make recommendations based on findings
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail in data analysis and reporting
• SAP S/4Hana experience
• ERP implementation/upgrade experience preferred
• Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams and build effective working relationships
• Must be able to work Mon-Fri, between the hours of 8am-5pm

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team of pricing analysts to drive performance, insights and collaboration
• Oversee the execution of pricing models and ensure timely updates across market segments
• Build a culture of continuous improvement, knowledge sharing, and analytical rigor
• Develop and implement pricing strategies that align with company goals and market dynamics
• Analyze customer segments, product mix, and competitive landscape to establish optimal pricing models
• Recommend pricing adjustments based on material costs, demand patterns, and industry trends
• Create pricing models and dashboards using tools like Excel, Power BI, or ERP systems
• Monitor key metrics such as gross margins, discount trends, and pricing compliance
• Partner with Sales, Customer Service, and Product Development teams to develop pricing strategy
• Deliver actionable reporting to leadership with recommendations on pricing strategy
• Coordinate pricing launches and changes with key stakeholders to ensure system readiness
• Maintain pricing policies and approval workflows to ensure consistency and control
• Ensure alignment with legal, procedural, and regulatory requirements in pricing
• Audit pricing practices for accuracy, consistency, and ethical standards
• Streamline/automate pricing processes and tools to reduce order turnaround time and errors

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Industry: Chemical Manufacturing
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree