Costing Manager at TOWN & COUNTRY LIVING

New York, New York, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

04 Feb, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

06 Nov, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Costing, Analysis, Vendor Management, Negotiation, Problem Solving, Textile Construction, Fabric Weights, Manufacturing Processes, Analytical Skills, Communication Skills, Detail-Oriented, Organized, Deadline-Driven, Collaboration, Continuous Improvement, Process-Oriented Thinking

Industry

Textile Manufacturing

Description

Description Town & Country Living is a global leader in home décor, textiles, and design. Our expanded family includes Home Dynamix and Amalgamated Textiles, providing more than 60 years of combined experience in the home décor industry. The combination of all three companies brings unmatched expertise and excellence in sales, design, development, sourcing, supply chain efficiencies, customer service, and e-commerce fulfillment. With our company’s diverse multi-product assortment across all home categories, we can provide excellent offerings and service to our retail partners while responding quickly to the ever-changing needs of the marketplace. SUMMARY The Costing Manager will be responsible for developing and managing the costing process for home textile products (table linens, kitchen, pillows, rugs, mats, bedding, bath). This role will ensure that all product costs are accurate, competitive, and aligned with company margin goals. The Costing Manager will partner with cross-functional teams, including design, product development, finance, and quality—as well as global vendors to ensure transparent, consistent, and optimized costing practices. KEY RESPONSIBILTIES Costing & Analysis Review vendor quotes and negotiate cost components to ensure competitiveness and profitability. Perform detailed cost breakdown analysis to identify savings opportunities and cost drivers. Develop and maintain costing models and templates specific to home textiles (fabrics, trims, packaging, labor). Ensure alignment with company margin requirements and pricing strategies. Vendor & Supplier Management Partner with global vendors to obtain accurate, timely cost submissions. Benchmark costs across suppliers, regions, and categories to support sourcing decisions. Provide feedback to vendors on cost competitiveness and drive continuous improvement. Cross-Functional Collaboration Partner with Sourcing and Material team to ensure compliance with costing assumptions (e.g., material standards, packaging specs…). Collaborate with finance and planning to support margin analysis and business planning. Process & Reporting Implement standardized costing procedures, tools, and reporting mechanisms. Maintain accurate costing database for all programs and products. Support costing input for line reviews, customer presentations, and seasonal buy meetings. Requirements QUALIFICATIONS Bachelor’s degree in Textiles, Business, Supply Chain, Engineering, or related field. 5–7 years of experience in costing, sourcing, or product development within the home textiles or soft goods industry. Strong understanding of textile construction, fabric weights, trims, finishes, and manufacturing processes. Experience working with overseas vendors and knowledge of global production regions (India, Pakistan, China, Turkey, etc.). Solid analytical, negotiation, and problem-solving skills. Proficiency in MS Excel (advanced level required); ERP or PLM system knowledge preferred. Strong communication skills with ability to present costing scenarios to leadership. Highly detail-oriented, organized, and deadline-driven. KEY COMPETENCIES Analytical mindset with cost and margin focus Strong vendor negotiation and relationship management skills Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced environment Collaborative team player with cross-functional alignment Continuous improvement and process-oriented thinking

Responsibilities

The Costing Manager will develop and manage the costing process for home textile products, ensuring product costs are accurate and aligned with company margin goals. This role involves partnering with cross-functional teams and global vendors to optimize costing practices.