Cost Control Manager

Job Summary

The Cost Control Manager is responsible for managing and controlling costs across the company, including identifying cost-saving opportunities, implementing cost reduction strategies, and monitoring and reporting on cost performance. The Manager will work closely with cross-functional teams, including Finance, Operations, and Procurement, to develop and implement cost control initiatives and ensure compliance with cost control policies and procedures.

Job Responsibilities 1

Identify and manage commercial risks and opportunities, including market trends, competitive pressures, and regulatory changes.

Job Responsibilities 2

• Maintains strong relationships with suppliers and vendors, and negotiate contracts to ensure the most favorable terms and conditions.

• Ensures compliance with all regulatory and legal requirements related to cost control management.

• Cultivates a high-performance culture within the Cost Control team, including setting clear goals and expectations, providing regular feedback and coaching, and recognizing and rewarding outstanding performance.

• Heads and handles cost control policies and procedures, and ensure effective communication and training to relevant stakeholders.

• Stays up-to-date with industry trends and emerging technologies, and provide insights and recommendations to the relevant leadership/management team.

Additional Responsibilities 3

Job Knowledge & Skills

• Extensive knowledge and experience in cost control principles, practices, and procedures.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to think strategically and innovatively.

• Strong project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple Knowledge of Cost Control and estimating packages such as CCS (Candy) is essential.

• Computer skills: MS applications and Primavera 6 but not essential. ERP knowledge, preferably SAP functional skills are a requirement to be successful in this role.

Job Experience

• Minimum 10 years of total experience.

• Minimum 5 years of experience in Specialty/industry relevant (required).

• Minimum 3 years in GCC (preferred).

Competencies

Education