Cost Manager

We are seeking a dynamic Manager of Product Costing & Margin Analytics to lead a high-performing team dedicated to delivering transparent, decision-ready cost insights. This role is pivotal in enabling smarter, faster, and more competitive decisions that drive profitable growth, strengthen margins, and boost operational productivity.

Key Responsibilities & Results

• Serve as the single source of truth for product cost analytics across all product lines and substrates.
• Deliver actionable cost insights to support pricing strategies, product lifecycle management, footprint optimization, and make-vs-buy decisions.
• Drive cost transparency and alignment across commercial, operations, and finance teams.
• Identify margin improvement and productivity opportunities through detailed substrate and product-level analysis.
• Build and develop a team of substrate-focused analysts recognized for cost and process expertise.
• Lead initiatives that enhance product performance, streamline processes, and reduce costs without compromising customer experience.
• Promote a culture of data-driven decision-making and operational excellence.

What We’re Looking For

• Education & Experience: Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or Engineering; MBA or CPA preferred; with 8–12 years in manufacturing finance, product costing, or FP&A roles. An equalivent combination of education and experience will be considerd.
• Leadership: Proven success in building and managing high-performing analytical teams and leading cross-functional margin improvement initiatives.
• Technical Expertise: Strong understanding of manufacturing cost structures, process economics, and ERP cost flows.
• Tools: Proficiency in SAP, advanced Excel modeling, and Power BI.

Core Competencies

• Strategic Leadership: Guides team direction and aligns with enterprise priorities.
• Cross-Functional Influence: Builds trust and alignment across commercial, operations, and finance leadership.
• Decision Orientation: Translates complex analytics into clear, actionable recommendations.
• Systemic Thinking: Connects costing insights to broader financial and operational levers.
• Talent Development: Coaches and elevates team members’ analytical and business acumen.
• Executive Communication: Articulates insights to senior leadership with clarity and impact.

Ready to make an impact? Apply today and help us shape smarter decisions that drive profitable growth.

Overview: Dart makes everyday products that give people the freedom to enjoy the food & drinks they love, wherever they are. From to-go containers and dinnerware to tamper-evident food packaging and even the red SOLO cup, Dart products have been keeping people on the go and having fun for 65 years.  We’re a family-owned, family-focused company of 12,000 employees united by a shared set of values and dedicated to providing exceptional customer service. Headquartered in Mason, MI, with 30 locations in three countries, we’re proud of our ability to innovate, manufacture and lead the way with each new generation of quality products.

Benefits: Dart Container full-time employees enjoy great benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) with company matching contributions, paid vacation, paid holidays, short-term disability, tuition assistance, product discounts and more.

Dart Container is a drug-free workplace.  Candidates are subject to a drug test (excluding THC*/marijuana/cannabis) and background check at the time of offer.

*THC testing ONLY when such testing is required by law.

Dart Container is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all candidates for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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