West Coast Personnel streamlines the recruitment process by presenting the best-vetted candidates, on time. Our Recruitment service is free and your company pay for our expertise after the successful candidate has commenced employment. Our EOR service issues employment contracts on your behalf, handles payroll, salaries and statutory responsibilities and cha...
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Commercial Analyst – Costing & Process Improvement
Are you a commercially minded analyst who enjoys turning data into profitable business decisions?
We are seeking a Commercial Analyst to take ownership of the costing function while driving process improvements that enhance profitability, efficiency, and operational performance across the business.
This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working with numbers, analysing margins, identifying inefficiencies, and implementing practical solutions that make a measurable impact.
Key Responsibilities
Manage and maintain the full costing function
Analyse product, project, and supplier costs to ensure profitability
Monitor pricing structures, gross profit margins, and commercial performance
Identify costing discrepancies, risks, and opportunities for improvement
Develop meaningful reports and analytical tools to support decision-making
Improve costing processes, systems, and reporting efficiencies
Collaborate with Finance, Procurement, Operations, Warehouse, and Sales teams
Support business growth through accurate financial and commercial analysis
Minimum Requirements
Degree or Diploma in Finance, Accounting, Cost & Management Accounting, Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain
3–5 years' experience in costing, commercial analysis, finance, or process improvement
Strong Microsoft Excel and data analysis skills
Experience working with ERP or costing systems
Solid understanding of costing principles, pricing structures, and gross profit management
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities
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