Pricing Analyst Internship
Company Information
PACCAR is a Fortune 500 company established in 1905. PACCAR Inc is recognized as a global leader in the commercial vehicle, financial, and customer service fields with internationally recognized brands such as Kenworth, Peterbilt, and DAF trucks. PACCAR is a global technology leader in the design, manufacture and customer support of high-quality light-, medium-, and heavy-duty trucks under the Kenworth, Peterbilt and DAF nameplates. PACCAR also designs and manufactures advanced diesel engines, provides financial services and information technology, and distributes truck parts related to its principal business.
Kenworth Truck Company: Kenworth Truck Company, founded in 1923, is the manufacturer of The World’s Best® heavy and medium duty trucks. With an excellent heritage of quality, innovation and technology, Kenworth has played an essential role in the development of trucks that are more fuel efficient, productive, and economical to operate. Today, Kenworth is leading transportation innovation with the introduction of battery-electric vehicles, exploration of fuel cell electric powertrains, and autonomous driving systems. Kenworth is committed to fostering an environment of diversity, equality and inclusivity in the workplace.
Requisition Summary
The Pricing Department maintains and supports the application used to manage standards, costs and list prices for Kenworth trucks. This dynamic team works consistently with all areas of the business to support material changes and project development for new truck content and enhancements as well as exciting new technologies.
We are excited you are seeking an internship with PACCAR and wish you the best of luck!
Internships include unique learning opportunities such as:
- Learn first-hand from the industry’s top professionals
- Work directly with Senior Managers and Leaders
- Develop mentoring relationships
- Gain valuable hands-on experience
The internship is scheduled to begin in May or June 2024.
Job Functions / Responsibilities
- Establish and maintain information (option codes, costs, prices, weights, descriptions, Data Book pages) for a specific group of options.
- Maintain all relevant option data in the Option Management System (OMS).
- Identify part numbers and bills of material appropriate for calculating the cost and price of a given option.
- Provide data analysis and recommendations to support pricing initiatives.
- Create relationships with suppliers relevant to the assigned group of options and with internal representatives from Marketing, Engineering, and Corporate Purchasing.
- Coordinate release of pricing information with Engineering and Marketing for new product introductions.
- Respond to requests for unpublished option prices.
- Support pricing activities, including cost estimation, content management and ad hoc analysis.
Skills / Competencies
- Strong interpersonal skills including the ability to work effectively with a variety of people and functions
- Outstanding oral and written communication skills
- Analytical and problem solving skills, with attention to detail
- Able to work collaboratively to complete projects
- Capability to analyze ambiguous and complex information and make sound business decisions
- Demonstrated working knowledge of Word, Excel, Access, or other similar business system
Education
Currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate degree program with a focus in Marketing, Operations, or other related fields.
- Junior or senior standing preferred.
Intern Benefits
As a U.S. PACCAR intern, you have a full range of benefit options, including:
- Competitive salary and 401k with up to a 5% company match
- Medical, dental, and vision plans for you and your family
- Sick Leave
- Flexible spending accounts (FSA) and health savings accounts (HSA)
- EAP services: including wellness plans, estate planning, financial counseling, and more
- Global Fortune 500 company with a wide array of growth, training, and development opportunities
- Work alongside experienced goal-oriented colleagues recognized as experts in their field
Additional Job Board Information
At PACCAR, we value talent and promote growth and development. We carefully consider numerous compensation factors, including your education, training, or experience. The salary range for internship positions is $25 an hour for undergraduate students and $30 an hour for graduate students. Additionally, this role is eligible for a range of benefit options listed above.
If you would like more information about what makes PACCAR an excellent place to work, please visit the PACCAR Career Site.
PACCAR is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veteran/Disability.