Costing Manager

We are seeking an experienced Costing Manager to lead and manage the end-to-end costing process for textile products. This role ensures product costs are competitive, transparent, and aligned with company margin objectives. The Costing Manager will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams well as global suppliers to drive consistent, accurate, and optimized costing practices.

Responsibilities

• Analyze and negotiate vendor cost quotes to achieve competitive pricing and margin targets.
• Conduct detailed cost breakdown analyses to identify savings opportunities and key cost drivers.
• Develop, maintain, and enhance standardized costing models for home textiles (fabrics, trims, packaging, and labor).
• Partner with global suppliers to ensure accurate, timely cost submissions and continuous cost improvement.
• Benchmark costs across suppliers, regions, and product categories to inform sourcing decisions.
• Collaborate with Sourcing, Materials, Finance, and Planning teams to ensure alignment with costing assumptions and margin strategy.
• Implement and maintain standardized costing tools, processes, and reporting.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date costing data across all programs and product lines.
• Support costing inputs for line reviews, customer presentations, and seasonal buy meetings.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, Textiles, Business, or a related field.
• 5–7 years of experience in costing, sourcing, or product development, preferably within home textiles or consumer goods.
• Experience working with overseas vendors and knowledge of global manufacturing regions.
• Strong analytical, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel; ERP and/or PLM system experience preferred.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to present costing scenarios to leadership.
• Highly detail-oriented, organized, and able to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment.