Key Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain accurate cost models for footwear products.
- Manage and ensure accurate and timely cost breakdown sheets from companys manufacturing partners across seasons and development stages and communicate internal and external with stakeholders.
- Collaborate with product development, design, and sourcing teams to ensure product cost targets are met.
- Analyze raw material market data and industry trends to identify cost-saving opportunities.
- Negotiate with suppliers to achieve the best possible prices and terms for materials and production.
- Monitor and report on product costs and variances to support decision-making and financial forecasting.
- Drive continuous improvement in the costing process and cost optimization strategies.
- Collaborate with supply planning teams on product volume forecasts, identify potential bottlenecks and actively act accordingly.
- Stay up to date on footwear industry and business trends and drivers to support proactive adjustment to the dynamic cost environment
Requirements
- Bachelors degree or above (Background in accounting, finance, or industrial engineering preferred)
- 3+ years of experience in the footwear industry related to costing, cost analysis, or development coordination (Experience in sample stage cost simulation, cost negotiation strategies and pricing communication techniques preferred)
- Familiar with cost sheet structure, material unit pricing, and process cost analysis
- Able to communicate in English (upper intermediate) or Japanese (upper N3); proficient in business email and conversation (JLPT N2 or equivalent preferred)
- Skilled in Excel (including formulas and data consolidation) and PowerPoint (for cost-related presentations)
- Able to work independently with clear logic and manage multiple tasks under pressure
- Strong data sensitivity with the ability to consolidate information and generate reports
- Willing to travel to factories and internal teams within Vietnam
Working conditions
- Main office: Quận 10
- Factories & partners: HCMC, Binh Duong Province, Binh Phuoc Province etc.
- Visit factories and partners on a weekly basis, using companys car.
- In case of overnight business trip, daily allowance and accommodation are offered.
- Phụ cấp nếu ở qua đêm 200k/ngày, ăn uống, khách sạn cty hỗ trợ
Working time
Mon - Fri: 8:00-17:00
