Cost Analyst – Supply Chain Optimization
Barry-Wehmiller•Green Bay, WI
•Hybrid
About The Position
The Cost Analyst – Supply Chain Optimization is responsible for analyzing, monitoring, and improving cost structures across the supply chain. This role partners closely with procurement, operations, and finance to identify cost-saving opportunities, enhance margin performance, and support data-driven decision-making. The position requires strong analytical skills, financial acumen, and the ability to translate data into actionable insights.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Supply Chain, Economics, or related field
- 3–7+ years of experience in cost analysis, financial analysis, or supply chain finance
- Experience in manufacturing or supply chain environments
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Advanced Excel skills; experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle)
- Knowledge of costing methodologies (standard costing, activity-based costing)
- Ability to communicate complex financial data to non-financial stakeholders
- Strong collaboration and cross-functional partnership skills
- Detail-oriented with a focus on accuracy and continuous improvement
Nice To Haves
- Experience with data visualization tools (Power BI, Tableau)
- Knowledge of lean manufacturing or Six Sigma methodologies
- CPA, CMA, or similar certification (a plus)
Responsibilities
- Analyze product cost structures, including raw materials, labor and manufacturing
- Develop and maintain costing tools to ensure cost and pricing integrity
- Monitor cost performance and identify drivers of cost fluctuations
- Prepare regular cost reports, dashboards, and KPI tracking for leadership
- Partner with procurement to evaluate supplier pricing, contracts, and sourcing strategies
- Collaborate with operations and manufacturing teams to identify efficiency improvements
- Support cross-functional initiatives to reduce total landed cost
- Participate in the Sales, Inventory, and Operations Planning (SIOP) process by providing cost insights, scenario analysis, and financial impact assessments
- Identify and quantify cost-saving opportunities across the end-to-end supply chain
- Support value engineering and cost reduction initiatives
- Analyze make vs. buy decisions and sourcing alternatives
- Participate in continuous improvement and lean initiatives
- Maintain cost databases and ensure data accuracy
- Utilize data analytics tools to extract and analyze supply chain cost data
- Develop dashboards and automated reporting solutions
Benefits
- Opportunity to directly impact profitability and operational efficiency
- Exposure to strategic supply chain decisions
- Collaborative environment with strong cross-functional engagement
- Career growth in finance, operations, and supply chain strategy
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
