Costing Analyst

1. Cost Structure Modelling

• Collaborate closely with different stakeholders to develop effective cost models and methodologies that provide accurate and actionable insights into cost management and support decision-making.
• Analyze all cost drivers (materials, packaging, shipping, and investments) for each product to understand their impact on overall profitability and make sure the cost calculation process works as planned.
• Regularly review and update cost models to stay in line with industry and internal standards, while identifying areas for improvement.

2. Total Supply Chain Cost Analysis

• Analyze the total supply chain costs by evaluating the value chain for both direct and indirect categories, and offer insights to support Procurement team in sourcing decisions.
• Identify savings opportunities based on the overall company cost analysis, providing insights to enhance supplier relationships and negotiation outcomes.
• Predict cost trends, track progress to address close gaps, and explain any significant or unexpected changes in calculated costs.

3. Supply Chain Cost Management

• Develop detailed reports that summarize cost analysis findings, focusing on trends, risks, and opportunities for key stakeholders.
• Set up dashboards and processes to track and manage supply chain costs and efficiency, ensuring they align with budgets.
• Collaborate with different stakeholders to control the cost, ensuring that it does not exceed the budget.

4. Cost Governance and Process Improvement

• Review and analyze current inventory levels and supply chain procedures, identifying inefficiencies and suggesting improvements to optimize operational costs and increase profitability.
• Challenge assumptions for cost improvements by analyzing and validating them against internal and external benchmarks of operational performance and costs and propose actionable solutions for implementation.
• Improve the cost reporting process to assist in margin and business planning, leading efforts to automate where possible.