Director of Regional Costing — SA & EMEA

NIKE TRADING COMPANY B.V. Singapore Branch; Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

An international apparel company is seeking a Director, Costing for South Asia & EMEA, based in Singapore. This pivotal role involves leading the Apparel & Accessories costing team, shaping cost strategies, overseeing supplier partnerships, and ensuring operational excellence. Candidates should possess a Bachelor's degree in finance or a related field, along with at least 7 years of relevant experience. Strong leadership, negotiation skills, and a commitment to diversity are essential. The position also requires up to 20% travel.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 7 years' relevant experience in manufacturing, product development, engineering, or procurement.
• Experience managing cross-functional projects is necessary.
• Strong commitment to diversity and inclusion is essential.

Responsibilities

• Define Global Apparel & Accessories Costing strategy and direction.
• Drive product cost optimization and negotiate with manufacturing suppliers.
• Monitor factory performance and report on costing KPIs.
• Develop negotiation strategies based on analysis and insights.
• Champion diversity and high-performance culture within the team.

Skills

Excellent presentation and communication skills

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Problem-solving skills

Leadership experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in finance, business, engineering, or related field

MBA preferred

Job description

An international apparel company is seeking a Director, Costing for South Asia & EMEA, based in Singapore. This pivotal role involves leading the Apparel & Accessories costing team, shaping cost strategies, overseeing supplier partnerships, and ensuring operational excellence. Candidates should possess a Bachelor's degree in finance or a related field, along with at least 7 years of relevant experience. Strong leadership, negotiation skills, and a commitment to diversity are essential. The position also requires up to 20% travel.