Costing Manager

Position Summary

The Costing/Estimation Manager will play a critical role in preparing competitive quotes for global RFQs, managing cost databases, and driving data-driven decisions on pricing strategies. The ideal candidate should have hands-on experience in cost estimation and price benchmarking for multiple commodities including die casting, sheet metal fabrication, plastic injection molding, forgings, and machined components.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyse and interpret RFQs from global customers and prepare accurate, detailed cost estimates.
• Work closely with sourcing, engineering, and vendor development teams to get real-time inputs on raw material prices, process costs, and logistics.
• Track and analyse raw material price trends (e.g., aluminum, steel, plastic resins) and logistics costs (domestic & international) to ensure competitiveness.
• Develop and maintain a comprehensive cost database covering key commodities, manufacturing processes, and supply chain elements.
• Benchmark supplier pricing and identify opportunities for cost optimisation.
• Understand manufacturing drawings and BOMs to evaluate production processes and cost drivers.
• Support quote negotiations with data-driven cost breakdowns and should-cost analysis.
• Coordinate with vendors across India and overseas for timely quote collection.
• Support NPD and Program Management teams with feasibility checks and cost inputs.
• Stay updated with global trade, freight, and duty structures for export pricing.
• Provide regular reports to the Operational Head on estimation pipeline, win/loss analysis, and pricing strategy.

Key Requirements

• Bachelors degree in Mechanical / Production / Industrial Engineering or related field.
• 5-10 years of relevant experience in costing/estimation in a manufacturing or sourcing setup.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes across die casting, sheet metal, plastic molding, machining, and forgings.
• Working knowledge of commodity price trends, supplier cost structures, and global logistics costs.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and GD&T.
• Proficient in Excel, costing software/tools, and ERP systems .
• Good communication skills to collaborate with vendors and cross-functional teams.
• Prior experience in export-oriented business or global sourcing is a strong advantage.

Why Join Marcus?

• Opportunity to be part of a growing international business
• Exposure to global markets and export project execution
• Entrepreneurial and performance-driven culture
• Competitive compensation with growth potential