# Cost Optimization Lead

> Diversified Services Network, Inc. · Peoria, United States · Full-time · Posted 2026-06-18

**Salary:** USD 93,000–99,000

**Workplace:** on_site

## Description

**Cost Optimization Lead**

_Cost Reduction | Data Analytics | Resource Industries_

Full-Time  |  On-Site  |  8+ Years Experience

Diversified Services Network, Inc. (DSN) is seeking a full-time **Cost Optimization Lead** to join our team in **Irving, TX or Mossville, IL!** We offer full benefits, PTO, 401k, and more! If you are a highly analytical, detail-oriented professional who excels at translating complex data into actionable insights that drive cost leadership within an extremely reputable, stable Fortune 500 company — let’s talk!

### Position Overview

We are seeking a Cost Optimization Lead to play a critical role in driving cost reduction initiatives across product groups within Resource Industries, fully on-site in Irving, TX (5 days per week). This position focuses on identifying and executing savings opportunities using strategic tools such as should-cost analysis, order quantity optimization, similar part analysis, and multi-source arbitrage. You will collaborate frequently with product and category groups, working within a team of five and partnering with a senior lead as needed based on project complexity.

### Key Contributions & Responsibilities

-   Identify cost reduction opportunities across product groups; optimize order quantities and evaluate sourcing strategies including multi-source arbitrage.
-   Build and maintain dashboards to monitor project and program health; identify trends in data and translate findings into actionable insights.
-   Prepare clear, concise executive-ready reports and presentations using Excel, PowerPoint, and Power BI — highlighting risks, savings opportunities, and performance metrics.
-   Collaborate cross-functionally with product and category groups to implement cost-saving initiatives and drive process improvements.
-   Manage projects and deliverables; track progress and communicate status clearly to stakeholders.

### Team Structure & Work Environment

-   You will work within a team of five, with frequent collaboration across product and category groups. Depending on project scope and complexity, you may partner with a senior lead on the team.
-   This is a fully on-site role, 5 days per week, in Irving, TX.

## Requirements

### Education & Experience

-   Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business Administration, Data Analytics, or a related technical field with 8+ years of relevant experience; Master’s degree with 5+ years; or Associate’s degree with 10+ years. A technical degree of some capacity is required.
-   Internship experience may be counted toward the required years of experience. Comparable backgrounds include roles in Manufacturing, Industrial, or Mechanical engineering.

### Top 3 Skills

-   Advanced data analytics proficiency — Excel (VLOOKUPs, XLOOKUPs, pivot tables, charts, graphs, Power Query), PowerPoint, and Power BI including dashboard creation.
-   Ability to read part numbers and technical drawings/prints — a common and critical requirement for this role.
-   Ability to clearly communicate data-driven findings and recommendations to diverse audiences, including executive-level stakeholders.

### Required Technical Skills

-   Experience with cost reduction strategies, should-cost analysis, and related methodologies.
-   Experience driving process improvement initiatives across cross-functional teams.

### Required Soft Skills

-   Collaborative and data-driven mindset — comfortable working across product and category groups to drive shared outcomes.
-   Strong analytical thinking with the ability to identify trends, synthesize complex data, and draw clear, actionable conclusions.

## Benefits

-   401(k)
-   Dental insurance

-   Vision Insurance
-   Disability insurance
-   Employee assistance program
-   Health insurance
-   Health savings account
-   Life insurance
-   Paid time off

-   Paid Holidays

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Salary Expectations: 93,000-99,000

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