Manager - Cost Management

About This Role

Manage supplier product cost data and maintain cost systems for a leading business-to-business distribution company. Lead a team of cost analysts and ensure data accuracy in cost management processes.

Responsibilities

• Develop and facilitate project planning, goals, and departmental scheduling
• Focus on team selection, task management, productivity, and performance evaluations
• Provide coaching, counseling, and feedback to prepare associates for growth opportunities
• Manage updating supplier contract costs into multiple systems to ensure purchase order accuracy
• Manage processing of third-party and supplier direct price submissions
• Oversee processing of daily data maintenance (additions, changes, prices, etc.)
• Ensure data accuracy, integrity, and completeness through managing a structured quality control process
• Troubleshoot system issues and offer suggestions for resolution
• Participate in interdepartmental meetings on pricing system enhancements and offer suggestions for improvement

Requirements

• Bachelor Degree in Business or related field
• 5 years of experience in pricing and data management
• 2 years of management supervision experience
• Knowledge of industry including suppliers, customers and competitors
• Ability to initiate and develop relationships with key decision makers
• Ability to work within timelines and project deadlines
• Strong computer skills including high proficiency in Excel

Qualifications

• Bachelor Degree in Business or related field
• 5+ years required, 7 years preferred prior responsibility in pricing and data management; 2 years required; 3 years preferred of management supervision

Nice to Have

• 7 years of experience in pricing and data management
• 3 years of management supervision experience

Skills

* Required skills

Benefits