Cost Analyst, Manufacturing

Cost Analyst for Manufacturing Operations

Status: Exempt (salaried)

Department: Sales

Position Summary

The Product Cost Analyst will be responsible for completing techno-economic analysis that considers the impact of automated production equipment, supply chain availability/impacts, operational overhead, operational strategy and component design to validate business cases for new products and capital investments. The ideal candidate will possess a proven history of managing product cost. The role requires a robust analytical skill set and proficiency with cost management tools. Candidates should also possess the ability to address a multitude of administrative support needs promptly and professionally.

Core Duties and Responsibilities

* Evaluate current technology platform and develop baseline cost and forecast should-cost

* Collaborate with internal stakeholders on product costing roadmap

* Assist departments with understanding cost conditions

* Identify trends and developments in competitive environments and present on findings

* Develop strategies and plans in order to achieve cost reduction targets

* Represent Plug Power in a professional manner at all times and in all interactions

* Perform other administrative and support duties as assigned

Education and Experience

* Bachelor's degree required in business, marketing, communications or other related field of study

* 5+ years relevant work experience preferred

* Computer and software application skills as applicable to position including but not limited to: Excel, PowerPoint

* Strong verbal and written communication skills

* Demonstrated analytical abilities with strong attention to detail

* Excellent follow-through

* Must be driven and self-motivated

Exempt employees are expected to work as many hours as is necessary to complete their job responsibilities. This may require they work more than eight hours a day and more than five days or 40 hours per week.

Plug Power, Inc. is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

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