Description: Target Costing Manager (f/m/d)

Description: Target Costing Manager (f/m/d)

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Overview

At PALFINGER, we have been lifting goods to a new level for over 90 years. As a global leader in technology and engineering, we manufacture innovative crane and lifting solutions. Our success is driven by approximately 12,350 employees worldwide, contributing ideas and energy to our vision. We offer a dynamic environment with opportunities for personal and professional growth. Join us at our Köstendorf site as a Target Costing Manager (f/m/d).

Your Responsibilities

• Analyze product cost structures and identify deviations from target costs.
• Identify cost reduction potentials through benchmarking.
• Collaborate with engineering, purchasing, and production to find cost-efficient solutions without compromising quality or customer requirements.
• Monitor cost development throughout the product development process and report to management.
• Serve as the expert and primary contact for product cost topics within your area.

Your Qualifications

• Education in mechanical engineering, industrial engineering, mechatronics, or a related field.
• Strong affinity for financial figures and understanding of complex cost calculations.
• Ability to work interdisciplinary with development, purchasing, production, quality, and controlling teams.
• Experience with data processing tools such as SAP, Excel, Power BI.
• Proficiency in English, spoken and written.

What We Offer

• Flexible working hours with no core time and options to work from home.
• Training and international career opportunities.
• Health management program