Cost Analyst

Gourmet Foods International • Decatur, GA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Cost Analyst plays a key role in supporting cost management initiatives that drive profitability, operational efficiency, and market competitiveness across the organization. This position works cross-functionally with Finance, Sales, Purchasing, and Operations teams to analyze costs, monitor pricing performance, and identify opportunities for process improvement and revenue enhancement. The ideal candidate is analytical, detail-oriented, and comfortable working in a fast-paced, data-driven environment.

Requirements

• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, especially Excel and Access.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across departments.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to adapt to change and work effectively in a dynamic business environment.
• Ability to handle confidential cost, pricing, and financial information with professionalism.

Nice To Haves

• Experience analyzing and interpreting multiple data sources.
• Experience in food distribution, logistics, or related industry.
• Experience with data visualization and reporting tools.
• Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in finance, Accounting, Business, Economics, or related field preferred.
• Experience working with ERP systems and pricing analysis tools.

Responsibilities

• Use reporting tools and ERP systems to audit and validate costs regularly, recommending updates when necessary.
• Collaborate with Purchasing and Operations teams to identify opportunities to improve efficiency and reduce costs.
• Monitor and evaluate the impact of cost management initiatives on overall business performance.
• Analyze market trends and supplier activity to identify cost-saving opportunities.
• Communicate supplier cost changes and pricing impacts to key stakeholders.
• Partner with Finance and Sales teams to ensure alignment between cost data and customer pricing.
• Collect, analyze, and interpret pricing, sales, and profitability data.
• Develop and maintain reports that communicate pricing performance and trends to stakeholders.
• Identify opportunities for pricing optimization and revenue growth.
• Support strategic decision-making through data analysis and reporting.

Benefits

• College tuition reimbursement
• Advancement opportunities
• Exposure to business analytics, financial strategy, and operational decision-making
• Collaborative team environment
• Performance-based bonuses tied to individual and company performance
• Competitive salary
• Company-provided laptops and tools necessary to perform job responsibilities
• Access to training and professional development opportunities
• Opportunity to collaborate with cross-functional leadership teams across Finance, Sales, and Operations
• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Short-Term Disability
• Long-Term Disability
• Accident Insurance
• 401(k) with matching contributions
• Profit Sharing
• Competitive Salaries
• Flexible Paid Time Off (PTO) – up to 30 days per year
• Paid Holidays
• Free College Tuition
• PAID Parental Leave
• Professional Development Programs
• Opportunity to grow within the Company
• Employee Discount
• Referral Bonus

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level