Apparel Costing & Margin Optimization Lead

7OW Skechers USA Inc. II; Manhattan Beach (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Skechers is seeking a cost-control and merchandise planning expert to lead apparel costing from development through production. You will develop processes, tools, and training to empower better margin decisions and collaborate with Merchandisers, Sales, Product Developers, Suppliers and the Production team.

The role focuses on improving margins and ensuring timely cost updates. Responsibilities include margin target setting, MOQ/MCQ negotiation, and providing high-level analyses and reports to

Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent required; apparel industry experience preferred.
• Experience analyzing margins, cost components, and production reports.
• Proficiency with Excel and cost-management tools is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement apparel costing procedures and policies.
• Provide seasonal projections for capacity planning and material bookings.
• Collaborate with Merchandisers, Sales, Product Developers, Suppliers and Production to support costing and planning.

Skills

Excel

Negotiation

Communication

Teamwork

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

Flex system

Compass

IMU calculations

Job description

Skechers is seeking a cost-control and merchandise planning expert to lead apparel costing from development through production. You will develop processes, tools, and training to empower better margin decisions and collaborate with Merchandisers, Sales, Product Developers, Suppliers and the Production team.

The role focuses on improving margins and ensuring timely cost updates. Responsibilities include margin target setting, MOQ/MCQ negotiation, and providing high-level analyses and reports to