Cost Analyst – Supply Chain Optimization

About the Company

BW Converting is a strategic alliance of resources and services that bring together several Barry‑Wehmiller companies — Paper Converting Machine Company (PCMC), Winkler + Dünnebier (W+D), STAX Technologies, Hudson‑Sharp, Baldwin Technologies and Northern Engraving and Machine. These industry leaders offer trusted brands and innovative technologies in the design, manufacture, and service of high‑performance converting and packaging machinery for the tissue, nonwovens, hygiene, bag‑converting, mailing, and printing industries. Barry‑Wehmiller is a diversified global supplier of engineering consulting and manufacturing technology for the packaging, corrugating, sheeting and paper‑converting industries, employing nearly 12,000 team members worldwide.

Position Summary

The Cost Analyst – Supply Chain Optimization is responsible for analyzing, monitoring, and improving cost structures across the supply chain. This role partners closely with procurement, operations, and finance to identify cost‑saving opportunities, enhance margin performance, and support data‑driven decision‑making.

Responsibilities

• Analyze product cost structures, including raw materials, labor, and manufacturing.
• Develop and maintain costing tools to ensure cost and pricing integrity.
• Monitor cost performance and identify drivers of cost fluctuations.
• Prepare regular cost reports, dashboards, and KPI tracking for leadership.
• Partner with procurement to evaluate supplier pricing, contracts, and sourcing strategies.
• Collaborate with operations and manufacturing teams to identify efficiency improvements.
• Support cross‑functional initiatives to reduce total landed cost.
• Provide cost insights, scenario analysis, and financial impact assessments for the SIOP process.
• Identify and quantify cost‑saving opportunities across the end‑to‑end supply chain.
• Support value‑engineering and cost‑reduction initiatives.
• Analyze make‑vs‑buy decisions and sourcing alternatives.
• Participate in continuous improvement and lean initiatives.
• Maintain cost databases and ensure data accuracy.
• Utilize data‑analytics tools to extract and analyze supply chain cost data.
• Develop dashboards and automated reporting solutions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Supply Chain, Economics, or a related field.
• 3–7+ years of experience in cost analysis, financial analysis, or supply chain finance.
• Experience in manufacturing or supply chain environments.

Skills

• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Advanced Excel proficiency; experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle).
• Knowledge of costing methodologies (standard costing, activity‑based costing).
• Ability to communicate complex financial data to non‑financial stakeholders.
• Strong collaboration and cross‑functional partnership skills.
• Detail‑oriented with a focus on accuracy and continuous improvement.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with data visualization tools (Power BI, Tableau).
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing or Six Sigma methodologies.
• CPA, CMA, or similar certification (a plus).

Key Performance Indicators

• Cost reduction and savings achieved.
• Accuracy of cost forecasts and standard costs.
• Variance analysis effectiveness.
• Improvement in supply chain cost efficiency (e.g., reduced total landed cost).
• Timeliness and quality of reporting.

Work Environment

Cross‑functional, collaborative environment with significant interaction with supply chain and operations teams. Requires travel (approximately 25%) to manufacturing sites or suppliers.

Why Join Us

• Opportunity to directly impact profitability and operational efficiency.
• Exposure to strategic supply chain decisions.
• Collaborative environment with strong cross‑functional engagement.
• Career growth in finance, operations, and supply chain strategy.
• Inclusive culture that values diverse backgrounds and experiences.