Cost Lead

EPITEC; Irving (TX); On-site; USD 71,635 - 75,768; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Opportunity to work on high-impact cost initiatives

Collaborative team environment

Fast-moving interview process

Job summary

EPITEC is looking for a Project/Program Manager in Irving, TX, to lead cost and data-driven initiatives within a manufacturing environment. This role emphasizes data analysis and cost optimization, making it crucial for candidates with strong backgrounds in analytics and cross-functional collaboration.

With a focus on developing performance dashboards and identifying cost-saving opportunities, the successful candidate will collaborate closely with leadership and teams across various product categories.

Qualifications

• Strong experience with data analytics and reporting.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings or part numbers.
• Background in manufacturing or engineering environments.

Responsibilities

• Develop dashboards to monitor program and project performance.
• Analyze data to identify cost savings opportunities.
• Present insights to leadership using Excel and Power BI.

Skills

Data analytics

Advanced Excel skills

Power BI

Strong communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, business, or data analytics

Tools

Excel

Power BI

Job description

Project/Program Manager (Cost & Data Analytics Focus)

• Locations: Mossville, IL OR Irving, TX (Onsite)
• Pay: $52–$55/hour
• Duration: 12-month contract
• Schedule: Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM

Overview

We are seeking a highly analytical Project/Program Manager to support cost and data-driven initiatives within a manufacturing environment. This role is ideal for candidates with a strong background in data analysis, cost optimization, and cross‑functional collaboration.

This is not a traditional PM role—it is heavily focused on analytics, cost reduction, and operational insights.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop dashboards to monitor program and project performance
• Analyze data to identify trends and cost savings opportunities
• Present insights and recommendations to leadership using Excel, Power BI, and PowerPoint
• Support cost reduction strategies through analysis (e.g., sourcing, optimization initiatives)
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams across product and category groups
• Assist with program/project tracking and overall performance reporting

Required Qualifications

• Strong experience with data analytics and reporting
• Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, data analysis)
• Experience with Power BI or similar dashboarding tools
• Background in manufacturing, engineering, or industrial environments
• Ability to interpret technical drawings or part numbers
• Strong communication skills with experience presenting to leadership

Preferred Backgrounds

• Cost Analyst / Cost Engineer
• Manufacturing or Industrial Engineer
• Supply Chain or Sourcing Analyst
• Data Analyst within a manufacturing environment

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, business, data analytics, or related field + relevant experience
• Equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered

Work Environment

• Fully onsite (5 days/week)
• Collaborative team environment with frequent cross-functional interaction

Why Apply?

• Opportunity to work on high-impact cost and data initiatives
• Exposure to cross-functional teams and leadership-level reporting
• Fast-moving interview process (typically one round)