Manager, Cost Modeling

Whirlpool, Inc.; Kolhapur District; On-site; INR 2,200,000 - 3,800,000; Full time

Job summary

Whirlpool of India Limited seeks a Manager Cost Modeling in Kolhapur to lead cost modeling efforts for plastic injection molding and sheet metal components. You will coordinate with global teams on cost inputs and drive cost leadership across multiple supplier locations in NAR/LAR/ASIA.

The role requires 10–13 years of experience in metal stamping and injection moulding, with strong communication skills and a mechanical engineering background.

Qualifications

• 10–13 years' experience in commodities including Metal Stamping & Injection Moulding.
• BE/BTech or MTech in Mechanical Engineering; global exposure preferred.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work with international stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Develop and lead cost models for plastics and sheet metal parts across regions.
• Support inputs for raw materials, forex, and labour rate cost modelling at supplier sites.
• Partner with Target Costing, Commodity, Design and Product Management teams to drive cost leadership.

Skills

Cost modeling

Injection Moulding

Stamping

Casting

Team leadership

Cost reduction

Education

B.Tech / M.Tech Mechanical Engineering

Tools

MIS

Procurement

Job description

## Manager, Cost ModelingKolhapur,Maharashtra,INDApply NowFind out how well you match with this job**Requisition ID:** 72678 **About Whirlpool India**Whirlpool of India Limited, headquartered in Gurugram, is a leading home appliances company dedicated to enhancing life at home and inspiring generations through its trusted brands. The company operates three state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities in Faridabad, Pune & Puducherry, each reflecting Whirlpool’s commitment to providing best-in-class consumer solutions. Further driving innovation, the company has a Technology & Engineering Center, where India's world-class talent architects the next generation of home innovation. In the 2024-25 fiscal year, Whirlpool of India reported approximately INR 8110 Cr in annual revenue and employed 2193 people. More information is available at www.india.whirlpool.in## **The team you will be a part of**The Engineering team identifies, researches and evaluates suppliers that meet the organization's standards of price, quality, timing, and reliability of supply. Recognizes and evaluates sales, promotional campaigns, and other opportunities to secure reduced prices. Assesses supplier's products to ensure that they comply with specifications and meet the organization's quality standards.## **This role in summary**Responsible for market research, study raw material, labour rate & MHR trends across NAR, LAR & ASIA regions. Recommend strategy to achieve cost leadership in various products of WPL. Lead Cost modeling and correlation for Plastic injection molding and Sheet metal components.## **Your responsibilities will include**Responsible to support cost modeling critical inputs of Raw material, Forex, Labour rates etc at various supplier locations across NAR, LAR, ASIA etcBasic knowledge of MIS and communicationsResponsible for Cost Model development of Metal commodities. Close interaction with the Target Costing, Commodity , Design and Product Management ( Plant GSS ) Team.Expert knowledge of Injection Moulding ,Stamping & Casting Tool, Manufacturing/engineering processes, materials & systems. Communication skills are a must to deal with global partners.Familiar with Extrusion , Pressure Die Casting , Sand Casting and Sintered Powdered Metal manufacturing processes and perform costing. Experience in Stamping shop floor and tooling are desired.Partner with Global Target costing and Commodity leaders in Correlation meeting with suppliers to facilitate negotiations .## **Key Deliverables**Accuracy in part/ component costing for project management , generating cost ideas and delivering productivity.Lead a team of 3-4 Cost modelers from various commodity expertise and deliver cost leadership through domain expertise.## **Minimum requirements**10~13 yrs exp in handling commodities including Metal Stamping & Injection Moulding.Educational Background - B.Tech/ M.Tech Mechanical EnggExcellent communication skills and experience in working with the Global environmentPreferred - Knowledge of Technical and commercial bothPreferred Industry - Home appliance industry/ Automotive Industry/EMS /Suppliers/Manufacturers## **Preferred skills and experiences****TECHNICAL**High level experience on Stamping , Casting & Sintering manufacturing process, cycle time and MHR data.Knowledge of the design related cost parameters.Add value in supplier selection by cost evaluation and comparison.Knowledge about cost headers and factors that impact overall cost.Basic knowledge on procurement processes.Should be able to comprehend Stamping and Casting design drawings and conclude cost based on the design inputs.Work on global assignments and exposure with outside India projects**BEHAVIOURAL**Communication skills are a must to deal with global partners and stakeholders.Should have good presentation skillsLogical approach towards problem solvingConnect with us and learn more about Whirlpool India. See what it's like to work at Whirlpool by visiting Whirlpool Careers. Additional information about the company can be found on Facebook, Instagram and YouTube.At Whirlpool India, we value and celebrate diversity. Whirlpool India is committed to equal employment opportunity and prohibits any discrimination on the basis of race or ethnicity, religion, sex, pregnancy, gender expression or identity, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, or any other category protected by applicable law.