Costing Manager

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Qualification:

Experience: 5

Purpose of the Role:

This role will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining MIS reports and dashboards to support various departments such as sales, finance, and marketing. This role involves data analysis, performance monitoring, and ensuring data integrity and accuracy. You will also play a key part in improving internal systems and supporting costing, inventory management, and import/export processes.

Role & Responsibilities:

MIS Reporting & Analysis:

• Design, develop, and maintain MIS reports and dashboards.
• Gather and analyze data from multiple sources to provide actionable insights.
• Ensure data integrity and accuracy through validation and reconciliation.
• Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and provide trend analysis.
• Collaborate with department heads to understand their reporting needs and deliver custom solutions.
• Prepare ad-hoc reports and analyses as requested by management.
• Document and maintain data processes and reporting standards.
• Assist in improving internal systems and reporting tools.

Costing & Analysis:

• Assist in generating and maintaining cost sheets for various products.
• Support monthly/quarterly costing reviews and inventory valuation processes.
• Analyze purchase and overhead costs to ensure accurate product pricing.
• Work with the import team to update standard costs and Bills of Entry (BOEs).
• Conduct variance analysis.
• Demonstrate knowledge of direct and indirect taxes.

Stock & Inventory Management:

• Track and update stock levels across multiple locations and warehouses.
• Monitor stock movement, discrepancies, and reordering needs.
• Coordinate with warehouse teams to ensure real-time stock data accuracy.
• Reconcile physical stock with system records and investigate variances.
• Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of import/export procedures.

Technical Skills

• Proficient in MS Office, with advanced knowledge of Excel formulas and pivot tables.
• Familiarity with BI/reporting tools like Power BI, Tableau, etc.
• Experience with ERP systems and data integration is a plus.

Soft Skills:

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong analytical approach with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines effectively.

Role Challenges:

• To ensure effective coordination and support to all internal & external stakeholders to achieve topline

and bottom-line business objectives in alignment with annual operating plan of the specialty chemical BU.