Materials Costing Specialist - Graduate/Entry Level

Location: Kelso, Scotland\n\nExperience Level: Graduate / Entry Level\n\n### The Role\n\nPlexus is seeking a driven and analytical Materials Costing Specialist to join our team. This is a Graduate/Entry level position and will be based onsite in our Kelso facility. \n\nDue to the nature of project work we require candidates to hold U.K. nationality or to either have, or be able to go through, U.K. national security vetting and clearance.\n\nIn this role, you will be at the heart of our financial and supply chain operations, ensuring that our material costs are accurate, competitive, and optimized to help us deliver world-class products to our customers. This is an excellent opportunity for a graduate to launch a career in a global manufacturing environment with a direct impact on the bottom line.\n\n### Who We Are Looking For\n\nWe aren\u0027t just looking for someone to manage spreadsheets; we are looking for a Graduate with a \"can-do\" attitude. You should be someone who takes initiative, solves problems proactively, and thrives in a fast-paced environment where accuracy and speed are paramount. There are lots of opportunities to develop internally and we\u2019re looking for someone who is keen to thrive! \n\nAcademic Requirements:\n\n * A Bachelor\u2019s degree in Finance, Economics, Business, or Accounting.\n\n\n\n\nKey Skills \u0026 Attributes:\n\n * The \"Can-Do\" Spirit: A positive, proactive mindset with the ability to take ownership of tasks and drive them to completion.\n\n * Analytical Rigor: Strong numerical skills and the ability to interpret complex data sets to identify cost trends and savings opportunities.\n\n * Detail-Oriented: A commitment to high levels of accuracy in financial reporting and material pricing.\n\n * Communication: The ability to collaborate effectively with internal teams (Sourcing, Engineering, and Finance) and external suppliers.\n\n * Tech Savvy: Proficiency in Microsoft Excel is essential; familiarity with ERP systems (like JD Edwards or SAP) is a plus.\n\n\n\n\n### \n\n### Key Responsibilities\n\n * Analyze and maintain accurate material costs within our database.\n\n * Support the quoting process for new business opportunities by providing detailed cost breakdowns.\n\n * Identify and report on material price variances and assist in developing mitigation strategies.\n\n * Collaborate with the Sourcing team to ensure supplier pricing aligns with contractual agreements.\n\n * Contribute to continuous improvement projects to streamline the costing process.\n\n\n\n\n### What We Offer\n\n * Career Growth: A structured path for professional development within a global organization.\n\n * Innovation: The chance to work for a leader in the Electronics Manufacturing Services industry.\n\n * Culture: A supportive, collaborative environment at our Kelso site that values \"intelligent autonomy\" and hard work.\n\n\n\n