Remote Cost Analyst: Market Pricing & Savings

Border States; Fargo (ND); Hybrid; USD 64,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Border States is seeking a Cost Analyst to support cost management strategies across our open market. You will analyze cost categories, SPAs, and vendor pricing to ensure competitiveness and profitability. The role involves collaboration with branch personnel and stakeholders to implement cost-saving opportunities and negotiate favorable terms.

The position is located in Fargo, ND with a remote work opportunity. Requires a Bachelor’s in Supply Chain/Business and SAP/forecasting experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, or related field, or equivalent experience.
• Experience in procurement, pricing, costing, or distribution preferred.
• Strong knowledge of SAP MM and forecasting preferred.
• APICS certification or MRP knowledge preferred.
• Proficiency with MS Office and SAP software preferred.

Responsibilities

• Analyze cost categories and vendor pricing to assess cost competitiveness.
• Coordinate SPA rationalization and tiered SPA strategies.
• Identify cost savings opportunities and support price realization.
• Negotiate pricing with vendors based on evaluations.
• Prepare market analyses and present findings to stakeholders.
• Support cost management initiatives and compliance with company policies.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Customer service

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain/Business

Tools

SAP

MS Office

Forecasting

Job description

Border States is seeking a Cost Analyst to support cost management strategies across our open market. You will analyze cost categories, SPAs, and vendor pricing to ensure competitiveness and profitability. The role involves collaboration with branch personnel and stakeholders to implement cost-saving opportunities and negotiate favorable terms.

The position is located in Fargo, ND with a remote work opportunity. Requires a Bachelor’s in Supply Chain/Business and SAP/forecasting experience.