In Otto International, It starts with us; Our outstanding products and services are made possible by our most valuable resource: our people. It is their skills, passion, and precision that empower our excellent, customer-centric solutions.
How will you make a difference?
Strategic Cost Management
Lead the development and execution of cost management strategies across product categories and sourcing regions.
Define and implement cost frameworks, methodologies, and governance models to ensure consistency and transparency.
Cost Structure Development & Analysis
Oversee the creation and validation of detailed cost breakdowns for products and materials.
Analyze cost drivers and identify opportunities for cost optimization and value engineering.
Cross-Functional Collaboration
Partner with sourcing, product development, finance, and operations teams to align cost expectations with business goals.
Support supplier negotiations with cost insights and benchmarking data.
Supplier Cost Transparency
Drive cost transparency initiatives with suppliers, including should-cost modeling and open-book costing.
Benchmark supplier costs across geographies and tiers to identify best-value sourcing options.
Forecasting & Scenario Planning
Model cost impacts of raw material fluctuations, labor rates, tariffs, and logistics changes.
Provide cost forecasts and insights to support budgeting, pricing, and strategic planning.
Continuous Improvement & Innovation
Identify and drive cost-saving initiatives through process improvements, alternative sourcing strategies, and material substitutions.
Promote a culture of cost awareness and continuous improvement across the organization.
Reporting & Compliance
Ensure accurate and timely reporting of costing data to senior leadership.
Maintain compliance with internal policies and external regulations related to cost management.
Who we are looking for?
Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
10+ years of experience in cost management or financial planning in the apparel industry.
Strong leadership and strategic thinking skills.
Proficiency in financial modeling and ERP systems/costing systems.
Financial acumen: Strong grasp of budgeting, forecasting, and margin analysis.
Excellent communication and Sr. stakeholder management abilities.
Deep understanding of cost modeling and analysis, cost drivers in manufacturing and sourcing.
Strategic sourcing: Ability to evaluate suppliers and negotiate cost-effective contracts.
Data analytics: Skilled in Excel, Power BI, or other analytical tools.
Why work with us?
Collaborative, fun and challenging work environment.
Open, transparent and diverse culture with locations worldwide.
Double-pay, performance bonus, flexible working hours.
Full healthcare insurance coverage.
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Top Skills
What We Do
Otto International is a world-class sourcing and trading company with over 50 years of experience. With our corporate office in Hong Kong, we source Textile products, Footwear, and Home Goods primarily in the Asian, European and African production markets, and have an annual buying volume of over EUR1 billion.
We belong to the Otto Group, one of the world’s leading privately owned multi-channel retail groups. Our purpose is to service this industry’s complex processes, for customers both inside and outside the Group.
We offer bespoke services to our customers that support our partners and protect our planet. Our services enhance every step of the production process, from product development, to quality assurance/control, to logistics and vendor payment.
With 20+ offices in the major sourcing markets around the world, we are always at the right spot in the market to meet our customers' needs. Our 1,200 employees embrace innovative, digital and strategies across borders in order to stay one step ahead.
To cope with our expansion and the exciting, contemporary challenges of fast fashion, digitalisation, and globalisation, we are searching for proactive, solution-driven and service-oriented talents to join our team.
