Sr Cost Engineer
Core
Drives profitability by identifying and optimizing manufacturing efficiencies within the apparel supply base using industrial engineering and lean methodology.
Role type
Senior Industrial Engineer (Apparel Costing & Manufacturing)
Builds
Optimized product costs, efficient manufacturing processes, and reduced fabric waste across the apparel supply chain.
Domain
Apparel manufacturing, industrial engineering, supply chain
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work -> physical/clinical work (manufacturing optimization)
Required skills
Industrial engineering principles, labor engineering, fabric consumption engineering, marker efficiency analysis, SMV development, value engineering, garment construction knowledge, global sourcing expertise, data analytics
Preferred skills
Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, GSD certification, automated cutting systems, digital marker software, fabric optimization tools
Technologies
Microsoft Excel, digital marker solutions, automated cutting systems
Responsibilities
Develop efficient processes to validate Standard Minute Values (SMVs) and labor content; Apply industrial engineering principles to evaluate garment manufacturing processes; Lead value engineering initiatives to optimize quality and cost; Partner with factories to identify labor, equipment, and process optimization opportunities; Serve as subject matter expert for fabric utilization and cutting-room operations; Benchmark product costs across factories and sourcing regions; Develop and standardize costing methodologies and engineering standards.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC
