Cost Engineering Manager for Moulds

2 months ago

Billund, Denmark LEGO Koncernen Full time

Job Overview



  • This role is a key part of the LEGO Group's sustainable future, focusing on building up a Cost Engineering capability on Moulds within Procurement.

As a Cost Engineering Manager for Moulds, you will develop cost and carbon calculations on plastic injection moulds, identify mould design opportunities, and transform capabilities and those of our suppliers to achieve a more productive and sustainable future.


Key Responsibilities



  • Lead the change and be a capability builder, bringing technical knowledge to the Procurement teams for data-driven negotiations through the use of Cost Engineering data in relevant categories.
  • Build and deliver Should Cost estimates on plastic injection moulds, carry out market index analysis for mould raw materials, and compare to calculation models.
  • Support the development of a Mould Should Cost calculation tool for the LEGO Group with an understanding of IT system requirements and the 'make-up' of a Should Cost.
  • Be the voice of value for money for plastic injection moulds, from negotiation with existing suppliers to identifying design improvements on new moulds.
  • Hold workshops with our moulding suppliers on cost idea generation using Should Cost data to identify major cost drivers and areas of waste/opportunity.
  • Submit cost opportunities with buyers into the annual cost reduction planning.
  • A strong communicator with outstanding partner management skills, bringing cross-functions together to realize further cost savings from the data created.

About the Department


Cost Engineering is a key department within Global Procurement, primarily passionate about developing ground-up Should Cost calculations to support Procurement in identifying cost opportunities and ensuring value for money is achieved.


The department also plays a key role in improving the cost capability of buyers and will play a key role in the future calculation of CO2 for our supply base.


The department is the technical side of the Procurement function, data-driven, and its insights provide cost data for financial forecasting and product development choices.


Achieving reasonable levels of cost and CO2 in our supply base adds to the sustainable growth of the organization.


What You'll Need



  • A highly motivated individual with a strong background in Engineering or Manufacturing, backed up with solid exposure to tooling or mould costing.
  • Strong experience in costing environments, including an understanding of finance and supply chain in the creation of a Should Cost.
  • Experience of production processes and the effect of volumes and location on moulds, and an understanding of market indices and experience of using market rates in cost calculations.
  • Strong analytical skills, good technique in, and understanding of Cost Estimating principles to guide the team to successful data generation and supplier negotiation.
  • Able to interpret data and bring to an effective conclusion.
  • Excellent communication, interpersonal skills, self-confidence, and a 'passion for the product,' as well as a relentless spirit with a collaborative approach.

What We Offer


We offer a range of benefits, including enhanced paid leave options, life and disability insurance, resources and benefits to nurture physical and mental wellbeing, opportunities to build community and inspire creativity, a generous colleague discount, and a bonus scheme.


About Us


The LEGO Group is highly committed to equal employment opportunity and equal pay, seeking to encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply for roles in our team.


We are a global company with a strong commitment to Children's Rights and Child Wellbeing across the globe.


Candidates offered positions with high engagement with children are required to take part in Child Safeguarding Background Screening, as a condition of the offer.

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