PR/109595 | Project Manager (Cost Analysis)

Key Responsibilities:

• Cost Control & Optimization:
  • Analyze and control costs across commodities such as Sheet Metal, Plastics/Rubber, Electronics, Machining, and Hardware.
  • Collaborate with design and development teams to fix target costs during project kick-off phases.
  • Provide cost insights during new product development and process changes, including tooling and part costs.
• Data Management & Compliance:
  • Develop, maintain, and update techno-commercial databases for fixed and variable costs.
  • Ensure adherence to financial policies and procedures.
  • Manage CapEx and summarize new model part costs.
• Strategic Cost Planning:
  • Monitor and control new model cost management.
  • Report cost progress and propose cost reduction strategies to purchasing management and stakeholders.
  • Address cost planning queries within defined lead times.
  • Budget and monitor overall organizational cost performance.
• Cost Analysis & Reporting:
  • Track cost registration progress and maintain ledgers for future reference.
  • Analyze cost trends and generate cost-saving ideas during project initiation stages.
  • Present findings to management to support strategic decisions.
• Process Improvement:
  • Map and streamline cost management processes in collaboration with cross-functional teams.
  • Foster strong cross-functional and cross-cultural relationships to support team building and collaboration.

Technical Skills:

• Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes and tooling.
• Proficiency in engineering costing and analytics.
• Expertise in cost reduction strategies and risk mitigation in techno-commercial aspects.
• Familiarity with processes in Sheet Metal, Machining, and Plastic/Rubber engineering