Finance Manager, COGS

About The Role The Finance Manager, COGS is a key finance leader within our FP&A organization, reporting to the Senior Director of FP&A. This role owns cost of goods sold and inventory costing analysis across in‑house and contract manufacturing operations. This position partners cross‑functionally with Supply Chain, Operations, Revenue Finance and Accounting to drive gross margin performance through standard cost optimisation, variance analysis, tariff impact modelling and cost improvement initiatives. COGS & Variance Management Lead monthly COGS variance analysis, including material price, labour, overhead and absorption variances. Deliver actionable insights through trend reporting, root‑cause analysis and forward‑looking forecasts. Partner with Operations and Supply Chain to identify and mitigate cost drivers. Tariff & Strategic Cost Modelling Quantify and model tariff impacts on COGS, landed costs, inventory valuation and gross margin. Partner with Supply Chain on scenario modelling, sourcing strategy and make‑vs‑buy decisions. Provide financial analysis to support cost mitigation and supplier negotiations. Gross Margin & Profitability Analysis Partner with Revenue Finance to analyse margin drivers by product, customer and geography. Prepare margin bridge and waterfall analyses to explain performance versus plan. Support forecasting with accurate COGS projections and mix impact analysis. Fixed Cost & Capacity Analysis Analyse fixed cost leverage and overhead absorption across facilities and product lines. Support capacity planning and capital investment decisions with financial modelling. FP&A Partnership & Reporting Support close processes with variance reporting and inventory analysis. Prepare executive‑level presentations on COGS trends, risks and opportunities. Ensure alignment between cost accounting and FP&A planning processes. Process Improvement & Systems Drive automation and continuous improvement in costing processes. Enhance ERP and reporting capabilities to improve cost visibility and accuracy. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting or related field. 6+ years of experience in financial management, with a proven track record in financial planning and strategy and 3+ years of experience managing finance teams. Strong expertise in standard costing, variance analysis and inventory accounting. Experience supporting manufacturing and supply chain operations. ERP experience (NetSuite, SAP or similar). Advanced Excel and financial modelling skills. Working knowledge of GAAP related to inventory and COGS. Preferred Qualifications MBA or a professional certification such as CPA or CFA. Pay Range $130,000 to $155,000 – the low and high end of the anticipated pay range for this position based at our Woodinville, WA headquarters. Benefits Medical, dental and vision insurance Generous paid time off policy Short‑term and long‑term disability Access to Employee Assistance Program (including mental health services) 401(k) with employer match Pet insurance and additional benefits Equal Opportunity Employer Precor is an equal opportunity employer and committed to creating an inclusive environment for all applicants. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, colour, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability or other applicable legally protected characteristics. #J-18808-Ljbffr Precor