Accounting, Accounts Payable, Analysis Skills, Auditing, Billing, Business Operations, Business Support, Communication Skills, Continuous Improvement, Corporate Compliance, Cost Analysis, Cost Control, Cross-Functional, Data Quality, Detail Oriented, ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning), Electronic Data Interchange (EDI), Establish Priorities, Finance, Financial Support, Inventory Management, Maintain Compliance, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Multitasking, Operational Support, Operations, Organizational Skills, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Pricing, Problem Solving Skills, Process Improvement, Product Costing, Product Pricing, Product Programs, Purchasing/Procurement, Reconciliation, Record Keeping, Regulatory Compliance, Spreadsheets, Team Building, Team Player, Time Management, Transaction Processing/Management, Trend Analysis, Vendor/Supplier Evaluation, Writing Skills
Product Cost Specialist I
Employment Type: Full-Time
Location: South Bend, IN (On-Site)
Department: Purchasing
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. (Additional hours, including occasional Saturdays and Sundays, may be required)
Pay Range: $22hr-$24hr, based on experience
About the Role
Tire Rack is seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Product Cost Specialist I to support our Purchasing team by maintaining product pricing programs, auditing invoice costs, and ensuring the accuracy of supplier pricing information. This role is responsible for monitoring pricing data, resolving cost discrepancies, and supporting accurate financial processes that contribute to efficient purchasing operations.
The ideal candidate demonstrates strong analytical and organizational skills, excels at identifying discrepancies, and thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. Working closely with Purchasing, Accounts Payable, and supplier partners, this position plays an important role in maintaining pricing integrity and supporting the company's financial accuracy.
At Tire Rack, we operate with the values of IOOGA — Integrity, Our People, Our Customers, Growth, and Attitude.
What You'll Do
Product Pricing & Cost Management
- Set up and maintain product price programs, including supplier price updates and program changes.
- Review and analyze pricing programs to identify discrepancies or missing information and coordinate resolutions with suppliers and the Buying team.
- Support the Buying team by researching and resolving product cost issues.
- Audit and verify supplier program credits to ensure accuracy and compliance with company standards.
Invoice Processing & Financial Support
- Process EDI and non-EDI invoices, credits, and debits while resolving processing errors and pricing variances with suppliers.
- Partner with the Accounts Payable team to resolve invoice balancing issues and maintain accurate financial records.
- Assist with month-end balancing activities as needed.
Reporting & Process Improvement
- Maintain spreadsheets and reports related to pricing discrepancies, shipping errors, supplier claims, and other purchasing activities.
- Analyze pricing and cost data to identify trends and opportunities for improved accuracy and efficiency.
- Support continuous improvement initiatives by maintaining organized records and recommending process enhancements.
Team Collaboration
- Work collaboratively with Purchasing, Accounts Payable, suppliers, and other cross-functional teams to resolve issues and support business objectives.
- Manage multiple priorities while meeting established deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Perform other duties as assigned to support daily operations.
What We're Looking For
Required Qualifications
- Minimum of two (2) years of experience in accounting, purchasing, finance, or a related field.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
- Exceptional attention to detail with the ability to identify and resolve discrepancies.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet established deadlines.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Microsoft Excel.
- Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively within a cross-functional team environment.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience processing EDI transactions and supplier invoices.
- Knowledge of purchasing, product pricing, or inventory management processes.
- Experience working with ERP or purchasing systems.
- Strong understanding of financial reconciliation and invoice auditing.
Education
Associate's degree in Accounting, Business Management, Finance, or a related field is required. Equivalent combinations of education and relevant experience may also be considered.
Why Tire Rack?
At Tire Rack, you'll join a collaborative Purchasing team dedicated to maintaining pricing accuracy, strengthening supplier partnerships, and supporting operational excellence. As a Product Cost Specialist I, you'll play an important role in ensuring the integrity of our product cost data while working alongside experienced professionals in a fast-paced and team-oriented environment.
If you're analytical, detail-oriented, and enjoy solving problems while supporting critical business operations, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and help keep Tire Rack moving forward.
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