Cost and Inventory Manager

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement cost control strategies to improve profitability.
• Analyze product costing, production expenses, and operational efficiencies.
• Conduct variance analysis to identify cost fluctuations and recommend corrective actions.
• Collaborate with procurement and operations teams to optimize costs without compromising quality.
• Ensure accurate standard costing and monitor deviations from actual costs.

• Oversee inventory management processes, ensuring optimal stock levels.
• Monitor inventory movement, reconcile discrepancies, and minimize wastage and losses.
• Conduct regular cycle counts and physical inventory audits.
• Develop inventory tracking systems and reporting tools to improve stock visibility.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and industry best practices in inventory control.

• Utilize Business Central or similar ERP systems to generate accurate cost and inventory reports.
• Leverage Excel (advanced user) to perform financial analysis, forecasting, and data-driven decision-making.
• Work closely with the finance and accounting teams to align inventory valuation with financial reporting.
• Prepare reports and present key findings to senior management.

• Liaise with purchasing, warehouse, production, and finance teams to streamline workflows.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements in cost control and inventory efficiency.
• Implement automation and digital tools to enhance reporting accuracy and efficiency.
• Ensure compliance with internal and external audit requirements.

• At least six years of experience in cost and inventory management, preferably in the Food & Beverage industry.
• Advanced proficiency in Excel, including complex formulas, pivot tables, macros, and data modeling.
• Strong expertise in ERP systems, preferably Business Central or similar platforms.
• Strong analytical, financial, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work with cross-functional teams and manage multiple priorities.
• Excellent attention to detail, accuracy, and data integrity.