Analyst - Cost

WESCO; Bracknell; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Wesco is seeking a Cost Analyst to maintain product cost data files, govern standard costs, and support annual price increases. You will load data from internal and third party sources, monitor data accuracy, and mentor junior staff.

You will work with Senior Analysts to ensure timely file delivery, resolve mailbox requests, and drive process improvements in cost file management and governance. A Bachelor’s degree and strong Excel skills are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelors Degree is required.
• Experience with data maintenance and loading processes.
• Experience with WESCO Anixter or equivalent distribution is preferred.
• Strong computer skills, especially Microsoft Excel.
• Ability to interact with management and peers and set priorities.
• Strong analytical and problem solving abilities; can meet deadlines.
• Clear written and spoken communication; multitask in a fast pace.
• Additional programming skills: Visual Basic, Java are a plus.
• SharePoint and Power BI experience; negotiation exposure.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for quality of loaded supplier cost and published price files.
• Accountable for department mailbox management.
• Monitor product data accuracy with third party sources.
• Govern standard cost; perform root cause analysis.
• Support Senior Analysts with cost analysis insights.
• Maintain accuracy of supplier cost file changes and updates.
• Ensure data accuracy and integrity for the assigned system.
• Collaborate with Senior/Associate Analysts to improve processes.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Communication

Time management

Organizational skills

Multi-tasking

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Excel

Visual Basic

Java

SharePoint

Power BI

Job description

As a Cost Analyst, you will be responsible and accountable for product cost data file maintenance and standard cost governance, including the loading and maintenance of cost files (both direct and via 3rd party data sources). You will work closely with Senior Analysts, suppliers and category management during annual increase process to ensure timely receipt of files and deadlines are met. You will be accountable for timely resolution of commercial/corporate mailbox support requests. You will work daily with Senior Analysts to ensure data accuracy, integrity and completeness within the product cost data files. You will mentor associate analysts on daily tasks, including cost file management, department mailbox management.

Responsibilities:

• Responsible, Accountable for the quality of loaded supplier cost and published price files.
• Accountable for the management department mailbox (as assigned)
• Monitors product data accuracy in conjunction with third party data sources.
• Responsible for standard cost governance, root cause failure analysis
• Support Senior Analysts to provide cost analysis insight to commercial and corporate departments
• Accountable for the accuracy of supplier cost file maintenance (additions, deletions and changes)
• Monitors and ensures purchase cost data accuracy, integrity and consistency for assigned system
• Works with Senior Analysts, Associate Analysts to develop process changes to improve effectiveness and efficiency in assigned activities

Qualifications:

• Bachelors Degree is required
• Data maintenance and loading processes
• Previous WESCO Anixter or equivalent distribution experience
• Strong computer skills, particularly Microsoft Excel
• Ability to interact and work with management and peers
• Ability to set priorities with strong organizational skills
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely; both orally and in writing
• High paced environment, meet deadlines
• Must be able to multi-task
• Additional computer programming skills (Visual Basic, Java)
• Sharepoint, Microsoft Power B.I. experience
• Negotiation experience

At Wesco, we build, connect, power and protect the world. As a leading provider of business-to-business distribution, logistics services and supply chain solutions, we create a world that you can depend on.

Our Company’s greatest asset is our people. Wesco is committed to fostering a workplace where every individual is respected, valued, and empowered to succeed. We promote a culture that is grounded in teamwork and respect. With a workforce of over 20,000 people worldwide, we embrace the unique perspectives each person brings. Through comprehensive benefits (https://www.wesco.com/us/en/our-company/careers/work-at-wesco.html#benefits) and active community engagement, we create an environment where every team member has the opportunity to thrive.

Learn more about Working at Wesco here (https://www.wesco.com/us/en/our-company/careers/work-at-wesco.html).

Founded in 1922 and headquartered in Pittsburgh, Wesco is a publicly traded (NYSE: WCC) FORTUNE 500® company.

Wesco International, Inc., including its subsidiaries and affiliates (“Wesco”) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, religion, color, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, or other characteristics protected by law. US applicants only, we are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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This posting is for a current, active vacancy intended for immediate hire.