Senior Cost Analyst & Vendor Negotiation Lead

Come Join Us, LLC; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

401(k) plan

Paid parental leave

Wellness benefits

Equity opportunities

Job summary

Munchkin, a leading baby lifestyle brand, seeks a Senior Cost Analyst in Los Angeles (on-site). You will evaluate product designs, review quotes, negotiate costs, and provide internal cost estimates throughout development.

Responsibilities include analyzing vendor quotes, supporting vendor selection, mentoring junior analysts, and guiding margins for Marketing and Design teams. The role requires a Bachelor’s in industrial engineering, mathematics or economics, 5–7 years of cost experience, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in industrial engineering, mathematics or economics
• 5-7 years related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Proficiency using Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook)
• Minimum 5 years of cumulative experience in Cost Estimation
• Minimum 5 years of cumulative experience in Cost Benefit Analysis
• Strong quantitative skills and must have demonstrated the ability to apply analytical skills to problem solving

Responsibilities

• Review product cost breakdowns to confirm materials, quantities, unit costs, and labor rates.
• Analyze vendor quotes for any incorrect or inappropriate entities and negotiate with vendors for correction.
• Prepare and report the product financials to management and the development team.
• Maintain awareness of material and labor cost trends; uphold core commodity cost references.
• Guide Marketing and Design teams on margin attainment/expectations.
• Manage the cost budget of assignment projects; oversee sourcing and costing to stay within budget.
• Keep management abreast of significant issues during quoting phase/process.
• Interpret data quickly and evaluate potential issues to appropriate review level.
• Mentor and develop staff to improve performance across sourcing and costing processes.
• Lead the annual cost adjustment process.
• Other duties as assigned.

Job description

Munchkin, a leading baby lifestyle brand, seeks a Senior Cost Analyst in Los Angeles (on-site). You will evaluate product designs, review quotes, negotiate costs, and provide internal cost estimates throughout development.

Responsibilities include analyzing vendor quotes, supporting vendor selection, mentoring junior analysts, and guiding margins for Marketing and Design teams. The role requires a Bachelor’s in industrial engineering, mathematics or economics, 5–7 years of cost experience, and