Pricing Manager, Business Operations

Position Title: Pricing Manager, Business OperationsLocation: Herndon, VA, 3 days/week on site minimumAre you:A business professional with an entrepreneurial mindset and an enthusiasm for security?Experienced in managing operations and looking to pivot into a more analytical, data focused role?Someone who enjoys advanced Excel activities and challenges?Able to see the forest through the trees when looking at financial data?As the Pricing Manager, you will oversee Cost Modeling and Pricing activities for contract bids and renewals across the Company. This position requires a forward-thinking leader who demonstrates an adaptable approach in a rigid environment, fosters team collaboration, and contributes to Company profitability through progressive pricing and cost modeling aligned with business operations objectives.Key Responsibilities:Develop Pricing Models - Create cost/pricing models for government contracts, including fixed-price, labor-hour, and cost-plus structures.Drive Pricing Strategy - Analyze bid pricing requirements, competitive landscape, financial metrics, and risk impact to inform pricing decisions.Manage Price Adjustments - Oversee contract price updates due to wage determinations, scope changes, and other cost factors, ensuring timely submissions.Maintain Pricing Documentation - Organize and track all pricing files to support full contract lifecycle management.Support Contract & Finance Functions - Assist in contract reviews, cost analysis, and quarterly pricing adjustments, review modifications for cost impact.Conduct detailed review of RFPs and SOWs -- producing proper pricing models, forecasting, and ensure cost recovery and risk of impact of adopted pricing strategies.Qualifications:U.S Citizenship preferredAt least 18 years of ageAbility to acquire and maintain any other specific special clearances/access requirementsA bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, Economics or equivalent. Additional relevant experience may be substituted for the required education based on one calendar year of experience for one academic year of educationAt least five (5) years' cost & pricing experience (for services), or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to perform the essential functions of the jobExtensive experience with building complex financial models, analyzing large datasets, and leveraging Excel, Google Sheets, or BI tools to drive data-driven decision-makingAn adaptable and entrepreneurial/business focused mindset!Why Paragon Systems?Make a direct impact on our financial growth and successWork in a dynamic, collaborative environment with opportunities for career developmentCompetitive compensation and benefits package (Medical/Dental/Vision/Employee Assistance/401K/Holiday, Sick, and Vacation PTO/More!)About Us:At Paragon Systems, we safeguard critical infrastructure, public venues, and private enterprises with tailored, cutting-edge security solutions. With over 10,000 dedicated professionals, including veterans, retired law enforcement, and security experts, we foster a culture of integrity, accountability, and mutual support. Guided by values of professionalism, honesty, and helpfulness, we are committed to protecting our clients and our nation, delivering excellence around the clock.Apply today:Ready to take on a new challenge? Be part of our team and level up your career!A Word about EEO, Pay Transparency and Other Requirements....All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.VA License Number: 11"4665

Created: 2025-03-03