SAINT LAURENT Leather Goods & Shoes Costs, Times & Methods Manager

ROLE

Ensure analysis and measurement of costs and processing times and methods of Leathergoods and Shoes products with a viewing of continuous improvement.

MISSION

• Ensure strategy vision, definition and execution for costs, times and methods for LeatherGoods and Shoes

• Be responsible for continuous improvement (production efficiency, with any changes in the production cycle / bill of materials, waste optimization) processing and updating of processing cycles

• Analysis and optimization of production costs for the Leathergoods and Shoes division

• Evaluation of any critical issues, proposed solutions for their resolution

• Be a senior negotiator in charge to finalize the best deals with the internal department and external vendors

• Take care of the relationship with the manufacturers

• Act as operational link between the Cost department and the Production departments

• Manage, lead and support the team through the definition and the follow up of objectives and priorities and motivate them

REQUIREMENTS

• Minimum 7 years of experience concerning costs, times, methods of leathergoods and shoes in continuous improvement (pref. for fashion companies)

• Excellent planning and project management abilities

• Experience of successfully leading managing a team is required

• Leadership and team work

• Problem solving and change management attitude

• Analytical, persuasion and creativity abilities

• Excellent communication skills with all levels of organization and suppliers

• Excellent knowledge of the Office package in particular Excel

• Knowledge of AS400 preferable

• Fluent in English, French is a plus

Saint Laurent is committed to building a diverse workforce. We believe diversity in all its forms – gender, age, nationality, culture, religious beliefs and sexual orientation – enriches the workplace. It opens up opportunities for people to express their talent, both individually and collectively and it helps foster our ability to adapt to a changing world. As an Equal Opportunity Employer we welcome and consider applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of their background.