What are the responsibilities and job description for the Product Costing Manager position at Williams-Sonoma, Inc. Supply Chain?
About Williams-Sonoma - Claremont, NC
Since it was founded in 1956, Williams - Sonoma has grown from Chuck Williams’ single store in Sonoma, CA into one of the largest retailers in the country, with some best known and most beloved brands in home furnishings, including Williams - Sonoma, Pottery Barn and West Elm.
Our Distribution Centers serve as vital connections between factories and our retail, online and mail-order customers around the world. The Supply Chain environment is dynamic and fast-paced, and the network is expanding rapidly. If you have a background in distribution, manufacturing, engineering, transportation, finance, human resources or home delivery – and are looking for a job with a strong opportunity for gaining new skills and for advancement – our Supply Chain Organization could be just the place for you.
Williams-Sonoma, Inc Supply Chain Overview
In 2024, Williams-Sonoma was recognized as a Great Place to Work ® and Forbes Best Employers for Women and Diversity, honors which reflect that we are truly a people-first organization. Our operation includes:
- Over 4,000 Full-Time Associates across the Supply Chain
- 14.5M square feet of small parcel, personalization, furniture, and manufacturing space in the domestic US, Williams-Sonoma has developed an agile and capable distribution network consisting of the following:
- Large package / furniture distribution centers located in Southern California, Northern California, Texas, Georgia, and New Jersey totaling 9.2M square feet plus another 1.2M square feet of standalone final-mile furniture hubs.
- Small package eCommerce distribution centers located in Mississippi and Arizona totaling 3.2M square feet, consisting of over 1,000 full-time associates and 1,500 seasonal/temporary associates in Mississippi
- Sutter Street Manufacturing upholstery factories located in North Carolina and Mississippi totaling with over 1,400 full-time employees producing approximately $900 million to $1 billion in sales of upholstered furniture
- 700 associates in our Sourcing offices in 10 countries in Asia and Europe including China, Vietnam, Singapore, India, Italy, and Turkey
The Product Costing Manager is responsible for analyzing, developing, and optimizing the cost structure of products throughout the manufacturing or supply chain process. This role ensures accurate product costing, drives cost efficiency, and provides financial insights to support pricing, profitability, and strategic decision-making.
The Product Cost Manager position will be located in Claremont, NC.
You'll be excited about this opportunity because you will....
- Develop and maintain accurate product cost models, including materials, labor, and overhead costs
- Analyze cost variances and identify opportunities for improvement
- Collaborate with finance, production, and supply chain teams to optimize costing strategies
- Establish and maintain standard costs for raw materials, sub-assemblies, and finished goods
- Monitor and report on cost variances from standard costs, identifying root causes and corrective actions
- Ensure cost standards align with financial reporting and operational goals
- Work with procurement to analyze supplier costs and negotiate better pricing
- Partner with R&D and engineering teams to assess cost implications of new product designs
- Support manufacturing teams in driving efficiency and reducing production waste
- Assist in the development of annual budgets and cost forecasts
- Provide financial insights on product cost structures for strategic planning
- Support pricing decisions by analyzing cost impacts on profit margins
- Ensure compliance with financial regulations and internal cost accounting policies
- Maintain accurate costing records and support audits, as required
- Develop reports and dashboards to track cost trends and financial performance
Check out some of the required qualifications we are looking for in amazing candidates….
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Financial Accounting, Business or Supply Chain Management
- At least 5 years’ experience in product costing, cost accounting, or financial analysis, preferably in manufacturing
- Strong understanding of cost accounting principles, standard costing, and variance analysis
- Proficiency in ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, or similar) and Excel/financial modeling tools
- Knowledge of manufacturing processes, BOMs (Bill of Materials), product routings, work centers, etc.
- Excellent problem-solving and analytical abilities
- Strong communication skills to collaborate with cross-functional teams
- Detail-oriented, with a proactive approach to cost management and process improvements.
We prefer some of these qualities as well….
- Master of Business Administration Degree
