Assistant Manager, Product Development Costing

David Yurman•New York, NY

48d•$78,000 - $82,000•Onsite

About The Position

About Us David Yurman is a celebrated American jewelry company founded in New York by David Yurman, a sculptor, and his wife, Sybil, a painter and ceramicist. When the artists began collaborating, their goal was simply to make beautiful objects to wear. Led today by their son Evan, David Yurman creates timeless, yet contemporary collections for women and men defined by inspiration, innovation, consummate craftsmanship and cable – the brand’s artistic signature. David Yurman collections are available at 50 retail stores throughout the United States, Canada, Hong Kong and France and at over 300 locations worldwide, through their exclusive authorized fine jewelry and timepiece network of retailers. Our Values At David Yurman, creativity, innovation and impeccable craftsmanship are at the core of everything we do. Fueled by the energy of our hometown, New York City, artistic passion informs each and every jewelry design. The Yurman family’s guiding vision continually defines and redefines what it means to be the preeminent American luxury jewelry brand. We are committed to responsible business and social practices and to the protection and advancement of human rights. We believe in partnering with others who share these values and understand their importance. Job Description Title Assistant Manager, Product Development Costing (Senior Costing Analyst) Reports to Product Development & Procurement Director Supervises N/A Overview The Assistant Manager will play a key role in supporting the PD Costing team, with a specialized focus on design pricing and product costing. This position requires close collaboration with cross-functional partners—including Design, Merchandising, and Product Development—to ensure the delivery of accurate, timely, and strategically aligned cost management throughout all stages of product development and production.

Requirements

Strong analytical skills with the ability to balance business needs, design intent, and cost efficiency.
Demonstrated critical thinking and problem-solving abilities with a commitment to continuous improvement.
Effective organizational skills and attention to detail; proactive in identifying and implementing new solutions.
Knowledge of modern jewelry manufacturing techniques, including precious metal metallurgy and investment casting.
Proven ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
Ability to manage multiple projects, prioritize tasks under pressure, and meet tight deadlines.
Excellent communication skills (written and verbal) with the ability to translate data-driven analysis into actionable recommendations.
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel; working knowledge of InDesign, Illustrator, and Photoshop is a plus.
Familiarity with Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) and Oracle systems.

Nice To Haves

working knowledge of InDesign
working knowledge of Illustrator
working knowledge of Photoshop

Responsibilities

Provide multifaceted costing for new product development, balancing engineering, manufacturing, cost, and design aesthetic requirements.
Collaborate with Design and Merchandising teams to ensure costing strategies align with both design intent and retail targets.
Oversee assigned product resourcing and final cost reviews, ensuring timely responses to keep projects moving forward.
Maintain accurate post-production costing and ensure margin integrity across all product lines.
Review and validate purchase order (PO) cost change requests; resolve vendor price discrepancies through proactive communication.
Partner with the PD Costing Director to review and negotiate show costs, ensuring optimal pricing is presented for market alignment and business goals.
Review vendor invoices to ensure accuracy and alignment with agreed costing and PO terms; escalate discrepancies as needed.
Create and maintain costing charts and dashboards to support decision-making and enhance cross-functional visibility.
Maintain and update systems including PLM, Qiwk reports, Jira, and Oracle to ensure data accuracy and workflow efficiency.
Support additional manufacturing and engineering-related initiatives as needed.