Cost Analyst

Intercity Packers Ltd.; Wyoming (MI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work schedule

Professional development

Job summary

Gordon Food Service is seeking a Cost Analyst to drive profitability by assigning cost factors, reviewing vendor agreements, and reducing purchasing costs. The role supports ERP maintenance for US and Canada stocked items and works across finance, procurement, and logistics teams.

The position features a hybrid work schedule (4 days in the office, 1 day remote) and requires at least two years in a cost/buyer role.

Qualifications

• Two years buyer, cost administrator or supply chain buyer experience required.
• Strong math aptitude and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Category Management and Vendor Receivables teams to implement cost changes and vendor purchasing agreements.
• Analyze vendor cost changes, maintain cost factors, and ensure accurate invoicing in ERP systems.
• Support cross-functional teams including marketing, bids, logistics, and accounts payable on cost-related issues.
• Assist with long-term purchasing agreements and margin improvement initiatives.

Skills

Cost analysis

Vendor relations

Data interpretation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Management

Job description

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Position Summary:

The Cost Analyst executes activities to ensure accurate financial and margin results through the proper assignment of cost factors, sales and purchase agreements to drive profitable case growth of products. Executes activities to minimize all purchasing cost issues such as PO/Invoice errors, repayments, credit claims, and samples. May serve as a frontline resource for solving vendor service and quality issues.

What you will do:

Communication & Relationship-Building Collaborates with the Category Management Team during the analysis of vendor cost changes. Collaborates with the Category Management Team and the Vendor Receivables Team to execute the accurate and timely implementation of vendor purchasing agreements. Communicates relevant information to support marketing, bids, buyers, and logistics analysts. Collaborates with A/P and V/R on cost and repay issue resolution. Collaborates with National and Divisional Sales Teams to provide support as necessary. Collaborates with Divisional Marketing Teams to provide support as necessary. Supports the Lead Category Buyer to develop background data for formulas and cost models in category market reviews. Maintains peer relationships in the field to share issues and ideas General Provides analysis and recommendations to assist in the approval of cost changes in collaboration with Category Management Teams. Responsible for the maintenance of all cost factors: Analysts supporting Canadian Divisions: Responsible for the accurate implementation and maintenance of invoice, market, and other cost factors in GFS Canada’s ERP System for all stocked, Special Order, and JIT items across all GFS Canada broadline divisions. Analysts Supporting US Divisions: Responsible for the accurate implementation and maintenance of invoice cost and other cost factors in GFS US’s ERP System for all stocked items across all GFS US Broadline divisions. Responsible for managing costs on GFS’s purchase orders via EDI and fax. Works with Accounts Payable and vendor community to resolve any cost related discrepancies between a GFS purchase order and a vendor invoice. Monitors and executes plans to improve vendors VIP results. Supports new vendor and item setup as required. Responsible for the implementation and maintenance of long term purchasing agreements in collaboration with the National Category and Vendor Receivables Team. Supports growth and accuracy in margin through continuous audits of vendor agreements. Maintains knowledge of current trends and developments in the field by reading appropriate books, journals and other literature and attending related conferences, seminars, etc. Performs other duties as assigned.

When you will work:

Monday through Friday, 8:00am - 5:00pm. Hybrid Work Schedule: 4 days in office, 1 day from home.

What you'll bring to the table:

• Two years buyer, cost administrator or supply chain buyer experience required, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
• Bachelor's degree in Business Management or related field required.
• This position requires general math aptitude, problem solving abilities, and detail orientation with excellent written and verbal communication skills, and excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Must be able to problem solve, accept and accomplish multiple and diverse assignments.
• Must have good proactive and positive attitude, with a commitment to personal and professional success.
• Must be able to work independently and in a team environment.
• This position also requires a professional demeanor, honesty, integrity, drive, tenacity, determination, and a willingness to learn.

BE PART OF AN AMAZING CULTURE WHERE WHAT MATTERS TO YOU, MATTERS TO US!

Gordon Food Service values our customers and understands that their success is largely dependent upon their workforce. To demonstrate our commitment to our partnership, we will require any candidate who works for a Gordon Food Service customer to provide a letter of support from their management if they are selected for the interview process. Equal Employment Opportunity is a matter of policy at Gordon Food Service, Inc. and we are committed to a work environment in which all individuals are treated with respect and dignity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with disability. If you require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process due to a disability, please submit your request to [e-mail] and use the words “Accommodation Request” in your subject line. All Gordon Food Service locations are tobacco-free. Gordon Food Service is a drug-free workplace and conducts pre-employment drug tests. For more than 125 years, Gordon Food Service has delivered uncompromised quality and heartfelt service. From a butter-and-egg delivery service, it has grown into the largest family-operated foodservice business in North America. Today, the company serves customers from restaurants, to healthcare and education, across the U.S. and Canada through its distribution network and more than 180 retail stores.