Costing Engineer

Lululemon Athletica

Hong Kong
Permanent
Full-time

2 months ago

Description & RequirementsWho we arelululemon is an innovative performance apparel company for yoga, running, training, and other athletic pursuits. Setting the bar in technical fabrics and functional design, we create transformational products and experiences that support people in moving, growing, connecting, and being well. We owe our success to our innovative product, emphasis on stores, commitment to our people, and the incredible connections we make in every community we're in. As a company, we focus on creating positive change to build a healthier, thriving future. In particular, that includes creating an equitable, inclusive and growth-focused environment for our people.About this teamOur Costing team plays an essential part in the lululemon liaison office (LLO). Together with global production and merchandising, quality, Supply Chain Strategy & Program and product creation teams, it's to ensure our products are produced of the highest quality, delivered when needed, and manufactured with partners who share our commitment to elevating the world.The team owns the analytics related to costing and comprehends the underlying issues that create complexity for the vendors and the production process. They also support productivity and efficiency by providing leadership and direction to their partners, minimising waste and enhancing operations, and using proven industrial engineering techniques to achieve competitive advantage and improve quality and productivity.A day in the life:

Prepare Operation breakdown for various types of entire Accessories from low to high complexity, such as hats, headbands, key chains, belt bags, wallets, backpacks, luggage equipment, and handbags (e.g. nylon, PU & leather) with required processes
Calculate SMV for all processes involved in making accessories and equipment from start to end of manufacturing using GSD software
Maintain lululemon's Finished Goods SMV standardisation library for different product classes to achieve the best cost for the business
Assist the entire finished goods global vendor base (60+) with costing/construction standards creation and ensure vendor uniformity
Develop tools and reports to lead the Sourcing and Global LLO Merchandising team to achieve in-season costing standards by mapping seasonal data to cost sheet data and reports management
Integrate new vendors with standardised costing methodology to ensure an easy transition into the vendor matrix
Establish a network of Costing and Industrial Engineers in-country to execute standards building and ensure vendor adherence
Assist a team of costing engineers in regularly updating our standards library with the SOPs and style-level standard calculations
Employ in-region Costing Engineers to educate and align with vendors on costing standards to improve overall transparency
Suggest potential savings direction to the Sourcing and Global LLO Merchandising leadership to set targets for upcoming seasons

Qualifications:

You have a Bachelors Degree in Industrial Engineering and a GSD certification to challenge manufacturing suppliers in SMV and the best methods
You have 8+ years of experience in Accessories manufacturing as Industrial engineering teams, 5+ years as a GSD practitioner, and 4+ years in brand offices with product costing-related roles
Ability to support and manage critical problems in manufacturing excellence and continuous improvement projects from different types of cutting, sewing and finishing processes in manufacturing accessories
You have been a great team player for over the years, collaborating, supporting, and contributing to the team's success. Your interpersonal skills enable you to work effectively with cross-functional teams and help build a cohesive and productive work environment.
Agile, responds positively to change, embraces and employs new practices to accomplish goals and solve problems
You have been in a matrix international work environment which requires you to utilise your influencing skills and collaborative efforts fully

Must haves:

Acknowledges the presence of choice in every moment and takes personal responsibility for their life.
Possesses an entrepreneurial spirit and continuously innovates to achieve great results.
Communicates with honesty and kindness, and creates the space for others to do the same.
Leads with courage, knowing the possibility of greatness is bigger than the fear of failure.
Fosters connection by putting people first and building trusting relationships.
Integrates fun and joy as a way of being and working, aka doesn't take themselves too seriously.

Beyond the Paycheck (Benefits & Perks)At lululemon, we care for and invest in the whole person - body, mind, spirit. Our total rewards program is designed to support you in achieving your goals and focus on the things you love. In addition to competitive base pay and a team-based bonus program, we also offer paid time off, generous employee discounts, fitness/yoga classes, parenthood top up program and personal and professional development programs.Note: availability of these benefits and perks may be subject to your location & employment type and may have certain eligibility requirements. The Company reserves the right to alter these benefits and perks in whole or in part at any time without advance notice.#LI-CY1Only those applicants under consideration will be contacted. Please accept our utmost appreciation for your interest. lululemon is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Employment decisions are based on merit and business needs, and not on race, color, creed, age, sex, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, religion, marital status, medical condition, physical or mental disability, military service, pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions or any other classification protected by federal, state or provincial and local laws and ordinances. Reasonable accommodation is available for qualified individuals with disabilities, upon request. This Equal Employment Opportunity policy applies to all practices relating to recruitment and hiring, compensation, benefits, discipline, transfer, termination and all other terms and conditions of employment. While management is primarily responsible for seeing that lululemon equal employment opportunity policies are implemented, you share in the responsibility for assuring that, by your personal actions, the policies are effective.lululemon is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities. If you would like someone from our team to contact you for individualized support, email us at . In your email, please include the position title, the location of the position and the nature of your request.

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