Timberland: Analyst, Development Costing - Timberland : Job Details

Now that you've found the job description, what's next?At Timberland, we're a team of adventurous doers that step outside, work hard together, and move the world forward. We believe that inclusion, diversity, and community are the most important parts of our company, and we say that BOLDLY.So, before we get to the job details, take a minute to learn a little more about us - our values and our culture. If you can see yourself working side-by-side with a team of fun, adventure-loving people, Timberland just may be the place for you.To learn more about our values and our culture, visit Timberland Careers or www.timberland.com. Analyst, Development Costing (Global Timberland)What will you do?A day in the life of a Development Costing Analyst at Timberland looks a little like this. As a trusted member of our Global Merchandising Planning, Analytics, Profitability & Costing team, you will report to the Manager, Footwear Development Costing. By building relationships with our regional costing partners, the Product Development teams, and other internal/external contacts, you will contribute to the team's success. Let's break down that day-in-the-life a bit more.

• Work with the Product Development category teams to manage and achieve category margin targets by season
• Use early pattern efficiency analysis as needed to present cost-saving alternatives
• Provide and perform scenario analysis regarding materials, components, technology, productivity, etc., to enable improved decision-making by the product teams to cost optimization
• Manage development pre-costing and proto costing to anticipate and resolve concerns
• Ensure footwear component costing is transparent and accurate through a pre-season partnership with the Materials and Product Development teams
• Manage cost-pertinent information (Excel cost sheets, Access database, Product Line Management (PLM), for example) to ensure internal customers have access to the latest data to make informed design, development and pricing decisions
• Analyze development costing information to ensure accuracy and identify discrepancies to ensure seasonal margin targets are achieved
• Maintain communication records to assure smooth workflow, timely approvals and problem resolution
• Support the Development Costing Manager and Senior Cost Analysts with costing data and tool maintenance
• Partner with the Materials, Product Development, and regional Sourcing teams to ensure footwear component costing is transparent, accurate, and consistent
• Liaise with regional costing partners to communicate the needs of internal customers and resolve costing issues

What do you need to succeed?We all have unique skills that we bring to work and celebrate every day. For this role, there are foundational skills you'll need to succeed and excel. Additionally, while formal education, such as a bachelor's degree in a related field is great to have, we are most interested in your 2+ years of relevant work experience in a manufacturing or product development environment and your professional achievements. The foundational skills you will need in this position are:

• Analytical skills which lead to decision-making and problem-solving
• The ability to seek out information
• The adeptness to quickly assess and resolve situations with an appropriate sense of urgency
• Strong written/verbal communication (especially across cultures and languages)
• The aptitude to effectively prioritize workloads and work cross-functionally within the company
• The flexibility to multi-task and work independently with minimal supervision
• Strong computer skills are required; experience in data analysis in preferred
• A desire to learn and also demonstrate a spirit of service to both internal customers and the surrounding community

What do we offer you?At Timberland, we know you expect as much from us as we do from you. That is why we make a commitment to support and grow our people. We offer extensive development and growth opportunities for your current and future positions, a competitive compensation package, and a strong benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, and 401(k).Our commitment extends beyond this and into your daily work life. We strive to foster a diverse and inclusive culture based on respect, connection, and authenticity. Our focus on DEI is at the foundation of who we are and what we do. To learn more about Timberland's benefits package, follow this MyVFBenefits.com and click Looking to Join VF. To learn more about Timberland's Diversity and Inclusion efforts, go to Timberland.com. Now WE have a question for YOU. Are you in?Hiring Range:$49,600.00 USD - $62,000.00 USD annuallyIncentive Potential: This position is eligible for additional compensation awards that may include an annual incentive plan, sales incentive, or commission potential. Specific details of the additional compensation eligibility for this position will be provided during the recruiting and interview process.Benefits at VF Corporation: You can review a general overview of each benefit program offered, including this year's medical plan rates on www.MyVFbenefits.com and by clicking Looking to Join VF? Detailed information on your benefits will be provided during the hiring process.Please note, our hiring ranges are determined and built from market pay data. In determining the specific compensation for this position, we comply with all local, state, and federal laws.At VF, we value a diverse, inclusive workforce and we provide equal employment opportunity for all applicants and employees. All qualified applicants for employment will be considered without regard to an individual's race, color, sex, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, physical or mental disability, medical condition, family care status, marital status, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local laws. If you are unable to submit your application because of incompatible assistive technology or a disability, please contact us at [email protected]. VF will reasonably accommodate qualified individuals with disabilities to the extent required by applicable law.Pursuant to all applicable local Fair Chance Ordinance requirements, including but not limited to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, VF will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.