Cost Control Staff (Footwear)

• Develop and maintain accurate cost models for footwear products.

• Manage and ensure accurate and timely cost breakdown sheets from ASICS’s manufacturing partners across seasons and development stages and communicate internal and external with stakeholders.

• Collaborate with product development, design, and sourcing teams to ensure product cost targets are met.

• Analyze raw material market data and industry trends to identify cost-saving opportunities.

• Negotiate with suppliers to achieve the best possible prices and terms for materials and production.

• Monitor and report on product costs and variances to support decision-making and financial forecasting.

• Drive continuous improvement in the costing process and cost optimization strategies.

• Collaborate with supply planning teams on product volume forecasts, identify potential bottlenecks and actively act accordingly.

• Stay up to date on footwear industry and business trends and drivers to support proactive adjustment to the dynamic cost environment

• Bachelor’s degree or above

• 3+ years of experience in the footwear industry related to costing, cost analysis, or development coordination (Experience in sample stage cost simulation, cost negotiation strategies and pricing communication techniques preferred)

• Familiar with cost sheet structure, material unit pricing, and process cost analysis

• Able to communicate in English (upper intermediate) or Japanese (upper N3); proficient in business email and conversation (JLPT N2 or equivalent preferred)

• Skilled in Excel (including formulas and data consolidation) and PowerPoint (for cost-related presentations)

• Able to work independently with clear logic and manage multiple tasks under pressure

• Strong data sensitivity with the ability to consolidate information and generate reports

• Willing to travel to factories and internal teams within Vietnam