Border States · 3 hours ago
Cost Analyst
Fargo, ND
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
4+ years expBorder States is a leader in electrical supply distribution, and they are seeking a Cost Analyst to support cost management efforts. This role involves implementing cost management strategies, conducting market analyses, and collaborating with vendors to ensure competitive pricing for key product categories.
CommercialElectronicsIndustrialLogisticsManufacturingSupply Chain ManagementWholesale
Responsibilities
Reviews key product categories/vendors by branch, area or region to determine cost competitiveness, ensure market relevance and establish cost confidence with BSE branch personnel
Engages key branch/regional personnel as well as key company stakeholders as needed throughout category evaluations
Evaluates current market conditions, vendor/category alignment and strategies
Works to understand current cost structures (SPAs, regional vs branch, backside vendor programs, etc.)
Works with field personnel to capture local market feedback to complete competitive market analyses
Utilizes system data and analytics to gather market intelligence on pricing competitiveness
Presents findings and recommendations to key branch and company stakeholders and implement any agreed upon results
Works with vendors to negotiate pricing based on evaluation findings as necessary
Supports identification of cost management opportunities through analytics, market feedback and commercial intelligence to demonstrate due diligence, actively managing costs and ensuring market relevance in our pricing
Analyzes cost differences between different locations, regions and customer types across the enterprise
Supports the identification of opportunities to negotiate better SPA costs for more customers, rationalizing existing SPA’s or working to improve into stock pricing
Utilizes market analytics and key indices (e.g. commodities) to identify opportunities for cost negotiation with vendors
Provides oversight and documentation of cost savings delivered through opportunity identification and market analysis
Adheres to the Vital Factors and Goals and Controls process
Supports communication to branches and customers to create confidence in price strategies
Promotes Service Excellence by sharing examples with the team while identifying and following through on new opportunities for teamwork
Continues to grow industry/field experience through different branch/customer/manufacturer visits throughout the year
Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor or designate
Qualification
Required
Minimum four-year degree or the equivalent in work experience
Strong interpersonal, written and verbal communication, analytical and problem-solving skills
Highly motivated
Excellent customer service skills include being competent, accurate, responsive and engaged
Preferred
Previous procurement, sales or marketing experience with knowledge of electrical, utility, industrial products and systems preferred
Strong knowledge of the SAP materials management system and previous forecasting experience is preferred
APICS certification or proven knowledge of MRP and supply-chain knowledge preferred
Strong working knowledge of PC for Windows, Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Access, and PowerPoint), Internet, email and SAP software preferred
Benefits
Health, Dental and Vision Benefits
Accident, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity
FSA & HSA
Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
Disability Benefits
401(k) Retirement Plan
Life Insurance
Employee Assistance Program
Paid Holidays
Paid Volunteer Time
Personal Leave time and more!
Company
Border States
Border States to serve the electric utility industry, we’ve grown into a product and supply chain powerhouse.
1001-5000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
David White
CEO and Board Chair, Border States
Jeremy Welsand
Chief Financial Officer
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