# Career Opportunity: Costing Analyst (Management Trainee) at PT Galaksi Investasi Harapan
PT Galaksi Investasi Harapan (GIH) stands as a premier turnkey manufacturing partner located in the strategic Panbil Industrial Estate of Batam, Riau Islands. We specialize in precision engineering and high-volume production, encompassing plastic injection molding, SMT PCB assembly, complex cable harnessing, and sophisticated mold fabrication. As we continue to expand our operational footprint, we are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Costing Analyst to join our Management Trainee program.
## Role Overview
The Costing Analyst (Management Trainee) position is designed for high-potential individuals eager to bridge the gap between technical manufacturing processes and financial strategy. You will play a pivotal role in estimating production costs, managing quotations, and ensuring our pricing structures remain competitive and accurate. This role is perfect for those who thrive on numerical precision and have a keen interest in the intricacies of industrial supply chains.
## Key Qualifications and Academic Requirements
We are looking for candidates who possess a solid academic foundation and the drive to grow within a fast-paced manufacturing environment:
* Educational Background: A Bachelor’s degree (or currently in your final year of study) in Industrial, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering, Accounting, or Engineering Management.
* Academic Performance: A minimum GPA of 3.00/4.00.
* Experience Level: Fresh graduates are highly encouraged to apply.
* Technical Literacy: A foundational to intermediate understanding of cost accounting principles, including material, labor, overhead, and tooling costs.
## Technical Expertise and Essential Skills
To be successful in this role, candidates should demonstrate proficiency in data-driven decision-making and technical comprehension:
1. Analytical Competency: Strong numerical ability and logical thinking are mandatory. You must be comfortable working with large data sets.
2. Manufacturing Knowledge: Familiarity with Bill of Material (BOM) concepts and Request for Quotation (RFQ) procedures. The ability to interpret technical drawings is considered a significant advantage.
3. Software Proficiency: Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel—specifically VLOOKUP, complex formulas, and Pivot Tables—are essential. Working knowledge of ERP systems such as SAP or Oracle is highly preferred.
4. Office Tools: General proficiency in the Microsoft Office suite (Word and PowerPoint) to support reporting and cross-departmental documentation.
## Soft Skills and Professional Attributes
Beyond technical ability, we value personal initiative and the capacity to collaborate effectively within a professional manufacturing setting:
* Communication: Proficiency in English (spoken and written) is required; candidates with valid certification (TOEFL/TOEIC/IELTS) are encouraged to highlight their scores.
* Problem-Solving: The ability to handle high-volume quotation requests while maintaining strict accuracy under tight deadlines.
* Team Dynamics: A proactive mindset with the capability to coordinate seamlessly between Sales, Engineering, and Purchasing departments.
* Detail Orientation: A meticulous approach to data entry and cost calculation to ensure the integrity of our financial outputs.
## Join Our Team in Batam
This position is based at our state-of-the-art facility in Batam, Indonesia. If you are a proactive professional ready to build a career in a world-class manufacturing organization, we invite you to apply.
To express your interest, please email your comprehensive CV to [email protected]. Please ensure your email subject line follows this exact format: NAME_POSITION. We look forward to reviewing your application and exploring your potential to contribute to the success of PT Galaksi Investasi Harapan.