Sr Analyst, Product Costing

Simplifying the whole costing process & establishing transparent costing with suppliers

Support in setting up business allocation decision based on product-based supply chain

Improve the AUC margin expectations through key levers product strategy, man machine ratio, factory efficiency, labor cost and material optimization with the aim to deliver product value to the consumer.

Establish and continuously update costing frameworks, standards and tools that enable transparent, fact-based costing with suppliers

Explore & develop training materials for both Gap internal staffs & external vendors/factories.

Establish an appropriate governance for cost validation through standardization, benchmarking

Supporting in creating factory level/country level cost competitive matrix.

Explore & develop new training tools and training materials for both Gap internal staffs & external vendors/factories.

Strong knowledge of manufacturing within apparel/non-apparel industry

Thorough understanding of Gap Inc. CoBC protocols.

Basic knowledge of sourcing (i.e. LEAN, Quality, Sustainability, Manufacturing processes)

Knowledge of PMTS based tools and Marker making tools to material Yield have an added advantage

Strong knowledge of product cost drivers (i.e. Macro factors which drives the cost)

Solid industry knowledge including market trends for new vendor sourcing and development

Ability to create reports, provide analysis and recommendations to improve productivity & efficiency

Communication skills- both written and verbal - English; local language is an added advantage

Strong negotiations skill, risk management and trouble shooting skills; works proactively

Ability to influence all levels internal; & external supplier management

Supervision, training and staff learning development skills

Planning, scheduling and reporting strengths

University graduate or degree in Industrial Engineering or Textile or Garment (Industry related) or equivalent work experience

4-6 years business experience in managing end to end costing

Staff management and supervising experience across broad geographical area.

Advanced level of Excel skill and data analytical tools