Lead Cost Analyst

Clayton Homes (New); Perris (CA); On-site; USD 74,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) plan with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Paid parental leave

Job summary

Clayton is seeking a Lead Cost Analyst to conduct cost analysis for products and projects, maintain Bills of Materials, and drive cost improvements across plants. The role reports to Materials Manager within Costing and involves partnering with plant teams on process and cost controls.

The position requires a four-year business degree, 3-5 years costing experience in manufacturing, strong math and analytical skills, and proficiency with Excel and Oracle/ERP systems.

Qualifications

• Four-year degree in business or related field.
• 3-5 years of costing experience in manufacturing preferred.
• Strong mathematical, analytical, and organizational skills.
• Proficiency with Excel and ERP/Oracle systems.

Responsibilities

• Conduct and oversee cost analysis for products and projects.
• Prepare cost reconciliations and BOMs for models and options.
• Identify plant cost issues and implement improvement actions.
• Collaborate with plant management on processes and cost controls.
• Support pricing changes and business model evaluations.
• Maintain accurate Bills of Materials and support ERP initiatives.

Skills

Mathematical skills

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

MS Excel

Oracle

ERP knowledge

Independent work

Clear communication

Education

Four-year degree in business related field

3-5 years costing in manufacturing

Tools

Excel

Oracle ERP

Job description

Clayton is a leading single-family, values-driven home builder dedicated to attainable housing, sustainable practices and creating a world-class experience for customers and team members. Our company portfolio includes a broad offering of attainable housing, and as a vertically integrated home builder, we are uniquely positioned to serve customers through every stage of the homeownership journey – building, selling, financing, and insuring homes. From entry-level to more experienced positions, we're actively recruiting individuals who are passionate, positive, and eager to learn. We then equip you for success, whether you're in the office, in the field, or on the floor. As a member of our team you'll enjoy excellent benefits, opportunities for growth, and an encouraging culture that supports work / life balance.Reports to: Materials ManagerDepartment: CostingJob Status: Full-Time / SalaryPosition Summary:The Lead Cost Analyst will conduct and oversee cost analysis activities, directing and assisting with estimates of initial and ongoing cost of products and projects. Identify plant and cost department problems and will develop and implement improvement solutions. Lead Cost Analyst will work with plant management to determine and resolve plant processes, take a leadership role on plant teams and will participate in plant and cost department projects. The Lead Cost Analyst will have a thorough knowledge of cost systems and will perform analysis of cost data to prevent and resolve production and inventory issues.Supervisory Responsibilities:Recruits, interviews, hires, and trains new staff in the department.Oversee the daily workflow of the department.Provides constructive and timely performance evaluations .Duties / Responsibilities:Conducts market research to recommend changes to pricing or business models.Prepares periodic cost reconciliation reports, tracking data such as changing labor and supply costs.Develop and maintain accurate Bills of Materials for each model and each Option produced in their plant. Accomplished by:Prototyping of new models and optionsRe-audits of existing models and options.Category AuditsLike model comparisons.Observe established costing policies and proceduresComplete training programs as providedParticipate in Oracle ERP implementation initiativesPrint the Daily Production Report, distribute, and review for margin irregularities.Monitor the Engineering Change Requests (ECR) and respond to all necessary ECR's Immediately. This will include providing cost impact to the ECN, if necessary.Provide cost where applicable for Sales Change and respond to all applicable Sales Change Requests (SCRs) immediately. This will include reviewing the applicable Production Work Orders (PWO) to ensure the correct cost details are provided. Attend daily and/or weekly staff & order read meetings. At these meetings communicate Damaged Material Report (DMR) issues, discrepancy issues from audits, inventory preparation, plant material issues, etc.Modify any BOMs as required by authorized ECRs immediately. Communicate necessary changes with the plant buyer and plant management. Changes to the BOM are necessary to make sure inventory is relieved properly.Provide cost details for any necessary options or projects as required.Audit one ceiling per week for foam seal usage. Calculate the cost per LF and report results to the appropriate personnel.Attend required plant meetings (e.g. employee meetings, quality team meetings, etc.)Audit at least one model and 12 options per month - Prototypes and/or Re-Audits.Cost any necessary options that may be required for a Prototype BOM. These are sometimes required due to the urgency of developing pricing information or setting up information for purchasing.Review ECRs for start datesIf you need to make changes to the cost of base units or options for homes, after they come offline, but before the month-end closing date, the home can be re-yarded to record the true or revised cost.Key damaged materials reported (DMR) by the plant into the system. Investigate any unusual, reported quantities and forward to the plant buyer.Review the changes that were made to the base BOM during the month. This report (Detailed BOM Analysis) is available from the Plant accountant. Note: You must justify any changes made to a base BOM with a cost impact of +/- $10.00At month end the Plant Analyst should review the ECR file to make sure the ECRs approved for the plant during the month have been incorporated into the Bills of Material and options, when applicable.Prepare facility for physical inventoryDirect involvement in conducting physical inventoryReview and reconcile physical inventoryCounting work in process material, work up official reportOther duties as assigned.Qualifications:Four-year degree in business related field – highly desiredThree to five years of experience in costing in a manufacturing environment, preferredMust have excellent mathematical skillsGreat attention to details, organizational and analytical skills.Ability to work independently and in a team environmentMotivated to pursue improvementDemonstrates initiative and assertivenessAble to communicate positively and clearly with peers, managers, and internal customersExpert knowledge in MS Office software, including ExcelKnowledge of Oracle, ERP systems preferredPhysical Demands:The ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds repetitivelyThe ability to be on my feet (standing and walking) for up to 4 hours at a timeThe ability to perform a job that includes repetitive stooping, bendingThe ability to perform a job that includes repetitive crouching and crawlingThe ability to perform a job that includes repetitive pushing and pulling.The ability to work at extreme temperaturesThe ability to work in an extremely fast paced environment with little supervisionThe ability to work with my arms over head for extended periods of timeThe ability to work for extended periods of time on my kneesThe ability to work with small objects with my handsTravel Requirements:NoneThis position has a base salary of $82,000Why Clayton?Full-time team members have the flexibility to create their own health, dental, and vision benefits package. Clayton provides competitive 401K programs, including investment options and company matching for full and part time team members after one year to help our team members achieve their financial goals. Additional benefits include paid parental leave, tuition reimbursement, Employee Assistance Programs, and more.As part of Clayton’s commitment to Opening Doors to a Better Life, Clayton is now providing paid time for Team Members to volunteer to causes that are meaningful to them through the Clayton Impact program.At Clayton, we encourage holistic wellness with physical, nutritional, social, financial, spiritual and occupational programs available online or in-person for team members.Clayton is committed to creating an inclusive workplace. Clayton is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status.Business Unit - B00018Clayton Manufacturing