Industrial Costing Manager

Req ID: 507283

Location: Derby (onsite)

Appointment Basis: Permanent

Apply by: 23/10/2026

Salary: circa £53,000 - £55,000 DOE plus bonus and excellent benefits

Industrial Costing Manager in Derby

At Alstom, we build what millions depend on daily - rail transportation systems that can't afford to fail. We're more than 85,000 people worldwide creating the industry's most diverse portfolio: high-speed trains, metros, trams, maintenance services and integrated systems. 

More Than a Job: A Mission 

You will be responsible for performing industrial cost calculations for new products and/or process solutions within the industrial scope. Day-to-day, you’ll work closely with teams across the business (Engineering, Project Management, Supply Chain, and Industrial Quality), define and validate Make or Buy assumptions, and maintain the workload plan for the Process and Manufacturing Engineering (PME) department. 

Your Role, Your Impact

• Collaborating with Engineering, Project, Supply Chain, Industrial and Quality teams to gather relevant data for costing activities. 

• Define and maintain the PME department workload plan based on the S&OP demand plan  

• Update and maintain industrial costs within the Reference Library  

• Conduct specific analyses upon request (e.g. Time Spent vs. Method Time)  

• Support and contribute to Alstom Industrial Improvement plan implementation 

Industrial costing activities are required in the following scenarios: 

• Development of a new product 

• Development of a new process or manufacturing technology 

• During the tender phase of a project, including defining and validating PIO and Make-or-Buy assumptions 

• Prior to decisions related to Make-or-Buy changes 

• Transfer of activities 

• Implementation of major product or process changes 

You'll work with sharp, committed teams solving complex challenges that shape the future of mobility, ensuring seamless integration of business and technology.

What You Bring

• Experience or understanding of industrial costing processes, including fixed industrialisation costs, variable production costs, quality inspection costs, and supply chain variable costs. 

• Knowledge of manufacturing technologies, industrial processes, and cost structure analysis. 

• Proficiency in cost estimation tools and software, as well as MS Excel.  

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills 

• High attention to detail and accuracy 

• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines 


• Collaborative approach with the ability to influence stakeholders through data-driven insights.

How Success Is Measured

• Accuracy and timeliness of cost deliverables supporting project bids and decisions.


• Effectiveness in cross-functional collaboration and stakeholder engagement.


• Reduction in cost variances and improvement in forecasting precision.

Alstom, A Great Place to Grow

• Empowered by cutting-edge digital finance tools and a global innovation mindset.


• Delivering global impact from Derby through sustainable mobility solutions.


• Continuous learning and career advancement through Alstom’s leadership development programs.


• Perks and Benefits: 

• Up to 52 weeks full maternity and adoption pay. 

Here, progress isn't always easy, but the impact is real. Because the scale is massive, the tasks are complex when the system runs, the train moves, and the city connects that feeling stays with you. And the legacy lasts.

Equal opportunity statement:

Alstom is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive working environment where all our employees are encouraged to reach their full potential, and individual differences are valued and respected.  All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by local law. 

As a 'Disability Confident' employer, we will interview all disabled job applicants who match the essential criteria of the job description or specification. We will consider flexible working requests for all roles unless operational requirements prevent otherwise.

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