Product Costing Analyst I

Mary Kay Global is a renowned beauty brand that has been enriching women’s lives since 1963. The Product Costing Analyst I will collaborate with various departments to analyze the financial viability of new products, estimate costs, evaluate pricing strategies, and provide financial insights to support business decisions throughout the New Product Development lifecycle.

What you'll do:

• Prepare and support the development of cost estimates for new products
• Coordinate cost estimate activities to help ensure projects are completed on time
• Review cost information provided by Procurement, Engineering, and Process Development teams
• Conduct benchmark research and analyze historical cost trends to validate assumptions
• Apply cost accounting principles and company policies to support pricing and profitability analysis
• Identify and clearly communicate key cost drivers to NPD project teams
• Develop make-versus-buy analyses and provide financial decision support related to manufacturing feasibility and profitability for U.S. and international subsidiaries
• Serve as the Finance representative on assigned NPD projects
• Respond to cost-related questions and gather project updates from cross-functional partners
• Communicate project status to management and escalate issues when needed
• Build effective working relationships with Project Managers, Business Leads, and other NPD stakeholders
• Participate in Product Leadership Team meetings and assist in presenting cost analyses during key stage-gate approval points

What they're looking for:

• 1+ years of experience in financial analysis; knowledge and understanding of New Product Development Financial assessment in a retail or consumer product business
• Bachelor/University Degree in Economics, Statistics, Business Administration, Accounting, Finance, Market Research, Marketing or other business-related discipline. A post-graduate degree and/or previous experience in an analysis or financial reporting role in a retail, consumer packaged goods, or direct selling environment preferred
• Strong Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel, Access, and PowerPoint
• Experience with PivotTables, subtotals, and other advanced Excel functions
• Strong analytical, mathematical, and problem-solving skills
• High attention to detail and ability to manage multiple financial inputs from U.S. and international partners
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to work effectively with non-finance partners and global teams
• Ability to quickly learn Mary Kay's products, business processes, international markets, and manufacturing operations
• Curious, innovative, adaptable, and comfortable approaching problems from multiple perspectives
• Ability to evaluate the reasonableness of financial inputs and follow up with business partners as needed
• Ability to work with a sense of urgency on ad hoc requests and projects that support speed to market
• Ability to develop a strong understanding of internal data sources and reporting processes

Benefits:

• Generous Paid Time Off
• 401K & Profit Sharing
• Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage
• Free On-site Fitness Center & Health Clinic
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Product Discounts