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Cost Manager

Horse Technologies

Horse Powertrain Job Opportunity

Horse Powertrain Limited is an independent new powertrain solutions business, with over 125 years of heritage from Renault and Geely. We develop and produce world-class hybrid and combustion engines and transmissions to move our industry forward, offering many different paths to net zero.

Horse Powertrain has 19,000 dedicated and determined employees, working in 17 manufacturing plants, and 5 R&D centers on three continents. This role is employed by Horse Powertrain and is based at our office in Southfield Michigan, with occasional travel possible to Horse Powertrain's other sites.

At Horse Powertrain, you'll have opportunities to grow your career while making a difference. This is a dynamic, international environment, staffed by caring and collaborative people. If you're ready to create excellence with us, you'll be appreciated and rewarded.

Drive end-to-end cost excellence across engine and transmission programs by embedding robust cost control, enabling data-driven decisions, and unlocking sustainable value across the North American business.

  • Own full lifecycle cost management for engine and transmission programs
  • Define, cascade, and track cost targets down to subsystem level
  • Monitor cost performance, analyze variances, and drive corrective actions
  • Lead cross-functional cost optimization initiatives (R&D, Supply Chain, Manufacturing, Finance)
  • Implement and enhance cost control processes, tools, and methodologies
  • Drive Design-to-Cost and Value Engineering (VAVE) initiatives
  • Build and maintain a reliable, structured cost database
  • Provide actionable insights to support strategic and operational decisions

Bachelor's degree or higher in Business, Engineering, or related field

5+ years of automotive cost management experience (powertrain preferred)

Strong understanding of engine/transmission systems and cost structures

Proven track record in program cost control and optimization

Advanced analytical skills and proficiency in MS Office

Strong business acumen with high attention to detail and confidentiality

Excellent cross-functional collaboration and communication skills

Fluent in English; Chinese is a plus

As a company, we are committed to equal opportunities, and recruit people based on their competencies and qualifications.

Vacancy posted 21 hours ago
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