Senior Cost Analyst
Clayton is a vertically integrated housing company that builds, sells, and insures affordable housing. Our commitment to creating a World Class Customer Experience is unparalleled in the housing industry and we believe it begins with a World Class Team Member Experience. From entry-level to more experienced positions, we're actively recruiting individuals who are passionate, positive, and eager to learn. We then equip you for success, whether you're in the office, in the field, or on the floor. As a member of our team you'll enjoy excellent benefits, opportunities for growth, and an encouraging culture that supports work / life balance.
Essential Duties And Responsibilities :
Major Objectives : Develop and maintain accurate Bills of Materials (BOM) for each model and each option produced in the plant. This is accomplished by :
- Prototyping of new models and options
- Re-audits of existing models and options.
- Category Audits.
- Like model comparisons.
Daily Duties
Monitor Product Changes and respond to all necessary Product Change Orders (PCO).Review quotes daily as needed including pricing Sales Change Requests and Customizations.Attend daily and / or weekly staff meetings.Ensure that all plant departments have turned in Damage daily by tracking scrap tickets.Review Sales Orders daily for homes coming off-line. Work with sales to correct any call outs that may cause errors in BOM relief.Modify any BOMs as required by authorized PCO or Production Material Change as needed.Attend Card Reads, as necessary.Monthly Duties
Audit at least one model and 12 Options per month- Prototypes and / or Re-Audits.Cost any necessary options that may be required for a Prototype BOM.Review PCO's for start datesUpdate the cost of base units or options for homes and re-yarded to record the true or revised cost.Key damaged materials reported (DMR) by the plant into the system. Investigate any unusual, reported quantities and forward to the plant buyer.Month End Duties
Calculate Option and Base Audit percentages. Submit to the CA Central Share Point Site by EOB at month end.Review all Base and Option BOM relief for errors. Make any appropriate adjustments and / or corrections. Turn in Journal Entries to Home Office Accountant as needed.Review IGPS receiving report for Non-File Purchases and / or any anomalies in PPV.Physical Inventory
It is the responsibility of the Cost Analyst to assist Materials Manager to prepare the plant for physical inventory, be directly involved in conducting the physical inventory and be responsible in the review and reconciliation of the physical inventory at their facility. It is mandatory that this person works all inventories the plant completes.
Knowledge, Skills and Ability Requirements :
Language Skills Ability to read and interpret documents such as policies, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to draft routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of peers or team members.
Mathematical Skills. Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs.
Reasoning Ability. Ability to apply common sense understanding to conduct instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
Knowledge, Skills and Ability Requirements :
Able to learn a wide range of products and materials.Typing proficiency and high degree of computer software literacy.Flexible and empathetic demeanor.Must be detail-oriented and organizedEffective organizational and time management skills.Able to effectively participate in and oversee multiple projects at times.Able to organize, prioritize, and deliver projects within deadlines and adhere to tight deadlines.Able to instruct / teach new team members in the functions known / learned to perform their roles.Qualifications :
Four-year degree in business related field, preferredThree to five years of experience in costing in a manufacturing environment, preferredMust have excellent mathematical skillsGreat attention to details, organizational and analytical skillsAbility to work independently or in a team environmentMotivated to pursue improvementDemonstrates initiative and assertivenessAble to communicate positively and clearly with peers, managers, and internal customersExpert knowledge in MS Office software, including ExcelKnowledge of Oracle, ERP systems, preferredKey Values Required :
Ideal Team Player Humble, Honest & SmartTrustworthy Have good sense of judgment and decision making, honesty in all situations, and capable of handling and maintaining highly confidential information.Continuous willingness to learn, grow, and gain understanding as a leader in our organization.Physical Demands :
Sitting at a desk for extended periods of time including extended hours in front of a computer.Continuously requires ability to see, hear and speak.Frequently requires sitting, fine dexterity, and standing.Ability to walk on uneven surfaces, climb stairs, bend, stoop, reach overhead, work outside and in non-climate-controlled environment, and tolerate exposure to loud noises and machinery, dust and chemicals.Lifting up to 20-lbs.Other :
Rules and Regulation : All employees must adhere to all safety rules and regulations required by local, state and federal authorities, including wearing the appropriate personal protective equipment necessary to perform the job in a safe manner and following all safety rules per the Company's Safety Policy.Physical Demands : The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Why Clayton?
Full-time team members have the flexibility to create their own health, dental, and vision benefits package. Clayton provides competitive 401K programs, including investment options and company matching for full and part time employees after one year to help our team members achieve their financial goals. Additional benefits include paid parental leave, tuition reimbursement, Employee Assistance Programs, and more.As part of Clayton's commitment to Opening Doors to a Better Life, Clayton is now providing paid time for Team Members to volunteer to causes that are meaningful to them through the Clayton Impact program.Clayton is proud to have earned spots on the following Forbes lists : America's Best Employers, America's Best Employers by State, Best Employers for Diversity, Best Employers for Women.At Clayton, we encourage holistic wellness with physical, nutritional, social, financial, spiritual and occupational programs available online or in-person for team members.Clayton is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Clayton is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status.