Composing the core of a brighter world
LIGHTERA has one of the longest and most respectable corporate lineages in
American business, which goes back to Alexander Graham Bell and the invention of
the telephone more than a century ago. We have a proven track record of being
first in the industry with application specific fibers, optical connectors,
ribbon cables, erbium doped fibers, Raman fiber lasers, fiber gratings and more.
Our mission is to provide leading optical innovations and solutions by
designing, manufacturing and supplying the best optical fibers, fiber cable and
components and devices for our customers, with exceptional service that creates
value for our shareholders, customers and employees. To do so, we must continue
shaping the future of communications by applying the best minds to the
challenges our customers will continually face.
Our mission is simple and bold: to build brighter, more connected communities
through cutting‑edge optical technologies.
Pricing and Forecasting Specialist
Norcross, GA
Position Summary:
This remote position is responsible for our global Networking Systems price and
forecasting strategies, builds revenue models, and analyzes global financial
data to drive business growth. Key duties include market trend analysis, pricing
model optimization, and cross-functional leadership.
Essential Responsibilities:
Plan, design, develop and analyze various strategic business management
processes and perform critical business planning activities necessary to
support sales, profit and growth strategies for Lightera.
Aid with sourcing strategy by working with cross functional teams to monitor
customer demand, manage product allocation and coordinate with Supply Chain
and Operations
Support 1 to 5 year revenue planning activities by coordinating regional
inputs, organizing and summarizing details for executive review, and
documenting final plans for submission to the CFO organization
Work with consolidation of monthly forecasts (at required detailed level)
Recommend price options and provide margin analysis at the customer and
product level in response to RFQs, supply agreements and long-term contracts
for the NWS/Premise business
Track sales and RFQ results, report on trends and generate KPI analysis and
reports for organizational shareholders
Provide functional support and coordination to operations, logistics,
customer service and sales planning organizations
Mechanical abilities and understanding of technical product production is key
to understanding quoting and pricing.
Other duties as assigned and role requires up to 10% travel both
internationally and domestically.
Education and Experience Requirements:
A Bachelor's Degree in a related business discipline with 3+ years of pricing
and forecasting experience in a global organization.
Excellent communication skills (written, oral) with the ability to tell a
story with data
Strong organizational skills with ability to manage a vast array of data and
information
Ability to work with various levels of management, technical, and
professional teams, and individuals within a multicultural and global
organization
Solid business acumen, ability to quickly learn and understand industry,
product lines, competitive and customer environments
Highly proficient in Microsoft Office software, including advanced skills in
Excel and Power BI
SAP proficiency is a plus.
Ability to visualize Optical Connectivity Assemblies and Network Physical
Layer Solutions.
Additional Qualifications, Certifications and/or Licenses:
Experience in the Telecom Industry and Market, Fiber Optics Industry, and/or
Data Center/Hyper Scale is highly preferred
General Expectations:
Results orientation and self-motivation that requires minimal guidance
High attention to detail with strong analytical skills
Demonstrate effective communications (verbal, written) skills while
identifying barriers with the ability to articulate needs for corrective
actions
Strategic thinker with enterprise-wide perspective.
Ability to build organizational alignment in a matrixed global environment.
Data-driven decision maker.
High degree of integrity and accountability.
Proven ability to lead global transformation initiatives.
Maintain discretion when working with confidential and proprietary
information
Strict adherence to Company safety policies and procedures
Exhibit all of Lightera “Standards of Conduct”
Working at LIGHTERA means having the opportunity to realize ideas, experience
innovation, and discover new solutions for the future. In addition to our
dynamic work environment, we offer competitive salaries and generous benefits
programs, including medical, dental, tuition reimbursement, and a matching
401(k) plan.
Employees are expected to serve as role models for safe work practices and
behaviors. This includes following established health and safety policies and
procedures, maintaining a clean, organized work area, wearing, and properly
storing all personal protective equipment (PPE), and actively engaging as a
safety conscious worker with personal safety and wellness as a priority.
If you'd like to be part of an energetic, world leader in optic fiber solutions,
please apply through our Career portal at Careers | Lightera
[https://lightera.com/careers/]
Visa sponsorship not available. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in
the United States now and in the future. The company does not provide visa
sponsorship or any immigration support (including STEM OPT training plan) for
this position
Note: Only those candidates selected for the interview process will be
contacted.
About Lightera
Lightera is a global leader in optical fiber and connectivity solutions,
delivering innovative technologies that drive communication networks, data
centers, and specialty photonics applications. With a deep legacy of expertise
in optical science, we provide high-performance solutions that enable faster,
more reliable, and more sustainable connections for businesses, communities, and
industries worldwide.
Headquartered in Norcross, Georgia, U.S.A., Lightera operates with a global
footprint, serving customers across telecommunications, enterprise, industrial,
generative AI, data centers, 5G/6G, utilities, medical, aerospace, defense, and
sensing markets. Lightera is part of Furukawa Electric Group, a
multi-billion-dollar leader in optical communications.
Lightera is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive
consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex,
sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status
or status as an individual with a disability.