Cost Control Manager

Unity Holding Company; Jeddah; On-site; SAR 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

Unity Holding Company is seeking a seasoned Cost Control Manager in Jeddah to oversee budgeting, cost analysis, and supplier relationships within a fast-paced FMCG environment.

The role requires 8+ years of cost control experience, deep understanding of manufacturing cost structures and Menu Engineering, and strong analytical and collaborative skills to drive cost efficiency across multiple branches.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or a related field.
• 8+ years of experience in cost control within the FMCG industry.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing cost structures and Menu Engineering.
• Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Strong time management and organizational abilities.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
• Experience in Multibranch F&B Brand is a must.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and monitor budgets, forecasts, and expense reports.
• Maintain an up-to-date list of all cost/ prices and advise on variations.
• Monitor market trends and vendor opportunities to reduce costs.
• Manage supplier relationships and approve purchases with Purchasing Department.
• Conduct cost analyses to identify savings opportunities.
• Coordinate with Finance and Operations for accurate cost tracking and reporting.
• Ensure cost efficiency and monitor departmental spending within budgets.
• Assist during annual audits by providing required information.

Skills

Budgeting & Forecasting

Cost Control

Financial Analysis

Manufacturing Cost Structures

Menu Engineering

Attention to Detail

Time Management

Collaboration & Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field

Job description

We are Hiring

Position: Cost Control Manager

Location: Jeddah

Key responsibilities:

• Prepare and monitor budgets, forecasts, and expense reports.
• Maintain an up-to-date list of all cost/ prices, ensure that all the cost/price measures and advice on variations
• Remain acutely aware of market trends that could impact resource costs and keep up to date on new vendors and possible cost cutting partnerships.
• Manage supplier relationships and approve purchases with the Purchasing Department.
• Make periodical checks on the value of the restaurant food as compared to posted food totals by the cashiers
• Periodic physical count for the affiliate and distributor stock.
• Conduct cost analyses to identify savings opportunities.
• Coordinate with Finance, and Operations to ensure accurate cost tracking and reporting.
• Maintain cost efficiency and monitor departmental spending within approved budgets.
• Analyze invoices to ensure correct products/services were received at the expected cost
• During the annual audit, acts as a link between auditors and Supply Chain and supplies information required for audit.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or a related field.
• 8+ years of experience in cost control within the FMCG industry.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing cost structures and Menu Engineering.
• Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Strong time management and organizational abilities.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
• Experience in Multibranch F&B Brand is a must.