Sr. Cost Control Analyst

Supermicro; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 115,000 - 148,000; Full time

Job summary

Supermicro Computer Inc. is seeking an experienced Cost Control Analyst to provide accurate pricing for new and existing products by working closely with internal teams.

The Cost Control Analyst will collaborate with the sales team to achieve optimal pricing to close deals, operating from our San Jose headquarters as part of the operations team. Supermicro is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values diversity and inclusion across race, gender, and background, with in-office attendance required

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, Supply Chain, Engineering, or a related field with Master’s degree is preferred
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in pricing, product costing, BOM costing, or cost analysis
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in Purchasing, Operations, Supply Chain, or related functions. Exposure to supplier sourcing processes is a plus
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills as well as time management and prioritization abilities
• Experience with coordinating with Sales, Operations, Purchasing, and Logistics to optimize business model, cost structure, and pricing
• PC or server hardware experience and knowledge is a plus. Familiarity with PCB/PCBA cost structures, component costing, or manufacturing processes is also a plus
• Ability to multi-task and cross function between administrative, operations and sales/client contract

Responsibilities

• Manage workload across departments and forecast, control, and report project costs
• Develop and provide project variances, trending and analysis of expenditures
• Provide forecasting guidance and projects for assigned projects
• Perform Overhead, Contract Administration and Budget Management processes including monthly preparation
• Assist customer with cost versus capital decision making
• Prepare or review standard cost for Motherboard, Chassis, server system products and drive cost reduction
• Oversee development of product cost for various components and modules and coordinate to generate standard cost system

Skills

Pricing strategy

Cost analysis

Cross-functional coordination

Communication skills

BOM costing

PC/Server hardware knowledge

Multi-tasking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business/Finance/Accounting/Supply Chain/Engineering

Tools

ERP systems

MS Excel

Job description

About Supermicro

Supermicro® is a Top Tier provider of advanced server, storage, and networking solutions for Data Center, Cloud Computing, Enterprise IT, Hadoop/ Big Data, Hyperscale, HPC and IoT/Embedded customers worldwide. We are the #5 fastest growing company among the Silicon Valley Top 50 technology firms. Our unprecedented global expansion has provided us with the opportunity to offer a large number of new positions to the technology community. We seek talented, passionate, and committed engineers, technologists, and business leaders to join us.

About Supermicro

Supermicro® is a Top Tier provider of advanced server, storage, and networking solutions for Data Center, Cloud Computing, Enterprise IT, Hadoop/ Big Data, Hyperscale, HPC and IoT/Embedded customers worldwide. We are the #5 fastest growing company among the Silicon Valley Top 50 technology firms. Our unprecedented global expansion has provided us with the opportunity to offer a large number of new positions to the technology community. We seek talented, passionate, and committed engineers, technologists, and business leaders to join us.

Job Summary

Supermicro Computer Inc. is seeking an experience Cost Control Analyst to provide accurate pricing for new and existing products by working closely with internal teams. The Cost Control Analyst will work with sales team to closely achieve best pricing to close the deal. This position will be part of our operations team based out of our headquarter office located in San Jose, CA. Supermicro is an Equal Opportunity Employer and embraces diversity in our employee population. It is the policy of Supermicro to provide equal opportunity to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or special disabled veteran, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or any other legally protected status.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Manage workload for multiple departments across function base
• Forecasts, controls, and reports project costs needed within an organization
• Develops and provides project variances, trending and analysis of expenditures, and completion reports
• Provide forecasting guidance and projects for assigned projects
• Perform Overhead, Contract Administration and Budget Management processes including monthly preparation and presentation
• Assist customer with cost versus capital decision making
• Prepares or reviews complex standard cost for Motherboard, Chassis, server system product and continue to drive efficiency improvement and cost reduction plan
• Oversees the development of product cost for various component, systems and modules as well as coordinate interior resource to generate automatic standard cost system and database

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, Supply Chain, Engineering, or a related field with Master’s degree is preferred
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in pricing, product costing, BOM costing, or cost analysis
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in Purchasing, Operations, Supply Chain, or related functions. Exposure to supplier sourcing processes is a plus
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills as well as time management and prioritization abilities
• Experience with coordinating with Sales, Operations, Purchasing, and Logistics to optimize business model, cost structure, and pricing
• PC or server hardware experience and knowledge is a plus. Familiarity with PCB/PCBA cost structures, component costing, or manufacturing processes is also a plus
• Ability to multi-task and cross function between administrative, operations and sales/client contract

Please note that this position requires regular in-office attendance. The successful candidate is expected to be present in the office during standard working hours as determined by the company. In-office collaboration and participation in team meetings, training sessions, and other on-site activities are essential aspects of this role. Candidates should consider the commuting distance and be prepared to fulfill their responsibilities in the designated office location.

Salary Range

$115,000 - $148,000

The salary offered will depend on several factors, including your location, level, education, training, specific skills, years of experience, and comparison to other employees already in this role. In addition to a comprehensive benefits package, candidates may be eligible for other forms of compensation, such as participation in bonus and equity award programs.

EEO Statement

Supermicro is an Equal Opportunity Employer and embraces diversity in our employee population. It is the policy of Supermicro to provide equal opportunity to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or special disabled veteran, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or any other legally protected status.