Cost Control Analyst

5 days ago


Covington, United States PoolCorp Full time

Company Overview

POOLCORP is the leading business-to-business distributor of swimming pool and landscape supplies, equipment, and related outdoor living products. Through our subsidiaries, SCP Distributors LLC, Superior Pool Products LLC, and Horizon Distributors Inc., we operate in more than 440 wholesale Sales Centers worldwide with nearly 6,000 employees serving the needs of customers by offering a wide array of products and value-added support.

Our Covington, LA headquarters provides exceptional support (i.e., IT, HR, Finance, Marketing, Legal, Purchasing, Sourcing, etc.) to each of our Sales Centers. Our extraordinary company culture encompasses a high work ethic, an entrepreneurial spirit, and a community presence all within a family-oriented work atmosphere. At POOLCORP, we strive to employ only the very best.

Why POOLCORP?

Because it's a place where you can make an impact and grow At POOLCORP you'll find a wealth of opportunities that support your individual and long-term career goals. Our stable work environment is further enhanced by our generous compensation and benefits package. Publicly traded since 1995, POOLCORP is a global organization with a long history of continuous success - clearly making it an industry leader - in so many ways


So, end your job search here - at POOLCORP - Where Outdoor Living Comes to Life

Location: Corporate Support; 109 Northpark Blvd., Covington, LA 70433

Job Summary:

The Cost Control Analyst supports the field operations of PoolCorp and the financial management team, reporting to the Senior Director of FP&A. This position assists in effectively managing vendors and controlling indirect costs through analysis of spend patterns, evaluation of vendor programs, and implementation of new procurement strategies. The position collaborates with Sales Centers and business leaders to understand operational needs and identifying vendors and vendor programs to assist with meeting business requirements while managing expenses and positively impacting financial results.

Responsibilities:

  • Prepares regular analysis of spending by sales/cost center, vendor, and category

  • Analyzes spend against plan and historical patterns to identify and explain variances as well as evaluate improvement opportunities and cost-saving strategies

  • Works with vendors to analyze procurement programs and provide recommendations on most efficient arrangements and alternatives

  • Conducts market research to understand industry performance and competitor costs

  • Manages invoices, contracts, and provisioning for significant company procurement programs

  • Prepares analysis and reporting to ensure vendor contracts are within negotiated and agreed-upon parameters

  • Develops and maintains a variety of internal and external reports and queries; analyzes and verifies reports for accuracy and activity before publishing

  • Leverages technology to improve processes, reporting, and analysis

  • Supports month-end close cycle and special projects as requested

  • Other duties as assigned

Requirements:

  • Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Management Information Systems, or a related field.

  • 1-3 years of experience in a business-related field.

  • Advanced knowledge of Excel, data query and reporting tools.

  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.

  • Ability to manage and prioritize multiple assignments.

  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Bilingual, Military, Military Spouses and Veteran applicants are strongly encouraged to apply Currently, POOLCORP has over one hundred and twenty military personnel serving on our team. We understand the uniqueness of hiring military personnel and veterans and will support him/her in the time of duty or with the transition into new civilian professions.

All offers to external candidates for employment are contingent upon the successful completion of pre-employment drug testing and background verifications before employment is finalized.

POOLCORP, including all its subsidiaries, is a drug-free company and Equal Opportunity Employer - By Choice. The Company understands, respects, and values diversity - unique styles, experiences, identities, ideas, and opinions - while striving to be inclusive of all people. This commitment is critical to our success as a global company as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool. Hiring and promotional decisions are based solely on the qualifications required for the job to be filled.



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