Requirements

Additional Requirements

• Age 30 to 40 years

• Minimum 7 years of experience in garment costing, with at least 3 years in a managerial or supervisory GSD role.
• GSD License is mandatory.
• Proficient in costing tools, GSD software, and Microsoft Excel.
• Strong analytical, communication, and leadership skills.
• Experience with lean manufacturing or continuous improvement initiatives.
• Familiarity with ERP/MIS systems in the apparel industry.
• Knowledge of motion economy and time & motion studies.

Responsibilities & Context

1. Leadership & Team Management

• Lead and mentor the GSD costing team to ensure accurate and timely SMV and costing target delivery.
• Set team performance goals, conduct training, and foster continuous skill development in GSD and efficiency analysis.

2. GSD Costing & SMV Management

• Oversee SMV creation, validation, and maintenance using GSD methodology.
• Ensure SMV and costing targets align with industry standards and internal benchmarks.

3. Process Standardization & Improvement

• Identify and implement method improvements and productivity enhancements through data-driven analysis.
• Enforce consistent application of GSD rules across all styles and production units.

4. Cross-functional Collaboration

• Coordinate with product development, IE, merchandising, and planning teams for cost-based decision-making.
• Participate in pre- and post-production meetings to validate costing accuracy and recommend process improvements.

5. Reporting & Compliance

• Prepare detailed reports on SMV variance, costing performance, and efficiency trends for senior management.
• Ensure compliance with GSD protocols and audit standards across costing documentation.

6. Software & Data Management

• Manage and update the GSD operation database for all garment styles.
• Collaborate with IT teams to enhance costing systems and tools as needed. . . . .

Skills & Expertise