<p>We are looking for a detail-oriented Cost Analyst to join our client's team in Santa Fe Springs, California. In this role, you will play a pivotal part in managing financial operations, ensuring accuracy in reporting, and supporting inventory analysis within the manufacturing industry. This position offers an excellent opportunity to contribute to a dynamic and collaborative environment focused on operational efficiency.</p><p><br></p><p>As a Cost Analyst you will focus on operational and financial oversight within a production environment. You will collaborate directly with the production staff, participating in daily meetings to monitor workflows and processes. Your responsibilities will include tracking incoming materials, outgoing products, and work-in-process inventory while assessing relevant metrics and key performance indicators. You will actively challenge calculations and existing processes to promote efficiency and accuracy.</p><p><br></p><p>• Business Line Performance Monitoring:</p><p>o Track and report the performance of business lines in relation to metals usage, recovery, and recycling.</p><p>o Ensure clear visibility of metals flows for production management and provide data-driven support for operational decision-making</p><p><br></p><p>• Metals Tracking:</p><p>o Monitor metals volumes in a chemical production environment and ensure precise tracking.</p><p>o Perform complex analyses to assess and improve the quality and meaning of data in the related ERP system (SAP).</p><p><br></p><p>• Dashboard Development:</p><p>o Design and continuously improve metals dashboard for management, providing real-time visibility into material flows, inventories, and recovery rates.</p><p>o Collaborate with IT and data teams to ensure dashboard accuracy and usability.</p><p><br></p><p>• Inventory & Backlog Reporting:</p><p>o Oversee inventory levels and backlog of metals, ensuring accurate reporting and guiding production, logistics, and warehouse teams to maintain accurate and timely inventory records.</p><p>o Analyze large datasets to identify trends, address inquiries and answer questions. </p><p><br></p><p>• Process Optimization:</p><p>o Identify opportunities to improve tracking systems and material control processes.</p><p>o Develop and manage information proactively to support local management decision making and improve existing reporting systems. </p><p>o Support audits and compliance efforts related to precious metals handling and documentation.</p>
