Cost Controller

FUNCTION: COST CONTROLLER
DISCIPLINE: PROJECT CONTROLS
LOCATION: YANDA YARD, CHINA
DURATION: CONTRACT (12 MONTHS RENEWABLE)
START DATE: 1 FEBRUARY 2021
SALARY: MARKET RELATED

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"TRS has an urgently international opportunity for an experienced Cost Controller within Oil & Gas Industry to join our leading international client's Mozambique LNG Project team in the Yanda Yard, China"

JOB DESCRIPTION:
• Work in conjunction with all department heads to ensure maximum profitability.
• Provide critical assessment of all budgets and cost projections.
• Assess all incoming products, resources, and services to ensure the best price.
• Maintain vendor and service provider relationships.
• Remain acutely aware of market trends that could impact resource costs.
• Keep up to date on new vendors and possible cost-cutting partnerships.
• Analyze invoices to ensure correct products/services were received at the expected cost.
• Collaborate with department heads to strategize ways to minimize waste.
• Demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of the interdependency of cost drivers.
• Understand the entire arc of the business and how productivity impacts profitability.
• Commit to maximizing efficiency at all levels without compromising quality.
• Develop and implement proactive solutions and cost-cutting measures.
• Present new strategies and assessments to stakeholders in a compelling fashion.
• Educate and persuade stakeholders to procure buy-in and cooperation.
• Roll out clear cost-saving programs with timelines and assessment goals.

QUALIFICATION AND SKILLS REQUIREMENTS:
• Bachelor’s degree in Finance or relevant field strongly preferred.
• Minimum 4 years’ experience working in cost control.
• Management experience strongly preferred.
• Exceptionally well organized with an aptitude for data.
• Outstanding communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Solid networking and interpersonal skills.
• Able to generate budgets and reports.
• Strong presentation skills, able to explain concepts concisely and accurately.
• Able to develop strong, cooperative relationships with department heads.
• Creative thinking skills and ability to solve problems.

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Contact:
Steven van Rooyen
Email:
za.trsadd@trssa.com

TRS Staffing does not discriminate on the grounds of age, race, gender, disability, creed or sexual orientation and complies with all relevant South African legislation. As per legislation, due consideration is given to previously disadvantaged individuals.