oCalculation of production alternatives in terms of design, method and production location for EMEA automotive products
oCosting of the projects in all phases according to the product development process (Concept, Design, Industrialization)
oPerforming capital analysis for the projects in terms of ROI, Payback, Operating Income and Break Even Point (Full Product P&L)
oSupporting lifetime cost calculations during all project phases; optimizing cost cycles in collaboration with key business partners such as Sales, Product Engineering, Product Management, Purchasing, Manufacturing Engineering
oImplement new methodologies for new product families and
oImplementation of continuous cost improvements as well as target costing
oProactive participation in interdisciplinary functional/core teams
oStrong collaboration with Project Controlling and Project Lead
oMaster's degree in the field of industrial engineering or business administration
oRelevant professional experience in finance and production in the automotive industry
oGood understanding of the impact of process changes on financial performance
oIdeally knowledge of thermoplastic injection molding, stamping as well as assembly processes
oLeadership skills and a confident demeanor when dealing with senior management
oHigh affinity in value driver analysis
oPatience and passion for cost reductions
oGood Microsoft Office skills, especially Excel
oExperienced handling of SAP, FACTON (Enterprise Product Costing) desirable
oExcellent communication and presentation skills - verbal & written - in English
oStrong Team Player