Trainee Costing Officer Job Mini Group
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Key Duties/Responsibilities:
Cost Data Collection & Analysis
- Gather cost data from production, procurement, and stores departments.
- Record material, trims, and accessory consumption per style.
- Assist in analyzing labor costs per operation and Standard Minute Value (SMV).
Cost Sheet Preparation
- Support in preparing preliminary cost sheets under supervision.
- Update cost breakdowns (fabric, trims, accessories, labor, and overheads).
- Maintain accurate costing records for all product lines.
Sampling & Development Support
- Collaborate with the sample room to verify consumption and production time.
- Track and document design or material changes that impact cost.
Price Quotation Support
- Assist in preparing price quotations based on approved costing templates.
- Learn to calculate margins and style profitability.
Coordination
- Liaise with production, procurement, and planning teams to collect and validate cost data.
- Ensure all cost sheets are verified and approved by the Costing Officer before submission.
Reporting & Documentation
- Maintain organized costing files for all orders and samples.
- Prepare daily and weekly costing progress reports.
Continuous Learning
- Participate in on-the-job training on garment costing, SMV calculation, and efficiency analysis.
- Gain an understanding of garment construction, fabric types, trims, and production processes.
Key Outputs/Deliverables/KPIs:
- Cost Sheet Accuracy: ≥ 95% accuracy compared to actual production costs (monthly).
- Turnaround Time for Costing: ≤ 2 working days after sample receipt (weekly).
- Data Collection Efficiency: 100% completion of material and labor data per style (weekly).
- Cost Variance Analysis: Reports submitted within 48 hours of variance identification (monthly).
- Documentation & Record Keeping: No missing files; complete costing records maintained (monthly).
Academic and Professional Qualifications and Experience Required:
- Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Finance, Textile Technology, or Industrial Engineering.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and familiarity with ERP systems is an added advantage.
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