Cost Control Analyst (Automotive) – Nairobi

About the role

A leading automotive company in Kenya, recruited through Summit Recruitment & Search, is hiring a Cost Control Analyst in Nairobi. The analyst monitors and analyzes the financial and operational performance of the Aftersales division, focusing on margin compliance, operational cost control and workshop productivity.

Key responsibilities

• Audit and control Work in Progress (WIPs) to ensure accurate cost allocation of parts and labour and timely invoicing.
• Monitor actual versus standard margins for service and parts sales daily or weekly and report significant negative deviations.
• Analyze and control discounts on parts and labour, evaluating their financial impact and compliance with internal policies.
• Identify inefficiencies and support cost-reduction initiatives to improve profitability.
• Control travel and operational expenses for the technical team and validate costs of contracted external works.
• Track service vehicle costs such as fuel, maintenance and wear and tear.
• Ensure compliance of operational processes and cost registrations with financial policies.
• Track operational KPIs (efficiency, occupation, productivity) and prepare periodic performance reports and dashboards.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial or Management Engineering, or Management/Economics with a strong quantitative background.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving mindset with a cost-conscious approach.
• Excellent communication, presentation, organizational and time-management skills.

Required skills

• Advanced Microsoft Excel (mandatory)
• Proficiency in ERP systems for data extraction and analysis