Cost management

Description

The process of planning, monitoring and adjusting the expenses and revenues of a business in order to achieve cost efficiency and capability.

Occupations requiring this skill

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Skill demand overview
  • Essential in 21 occupations
  • Optional in 45 occupations
  • Total: 66 occupations
  • Most common in: ISCO major group 3 (Technicians and associate professionals)

Essential for

  • Foundry manager
    Foundry managers coordinate and implement short and medium term casting production schedules, and coordinate the development, support and improvement of casting processes, and the…
  • Branch manager
    Branch managers are responsible for the management of all the affairs related with a company in a specific geographic region or business branch. They receive indications from the h…
  • Quantity surveyor
    Quantity surveyors have under their helm complete management of the cost involved in building and construction projects from the inception of the project until the delivery. They s…
  • Manufacturing cost estimator
    Manufacturing cost estimators collect and analyse data to evaluate the money, materials, labour and time required for manufacturing processes. They conduct analyses to identify (al…
  • Raw materials warehouse specialist
    Raw materials warehouse specialists organise and monitor the reception and storage of raw materials in the warehouse according to the required conditions. They monitor the stock le…
  • Financial manager
    Financial managers handle all the matters in reference to the finance and investments of a company. They manage financial operations of companies such as the assets, liabilities, e…
  • Budget manager
    Budget managers assess financial proposals of different departments before granting financial resources to projects. They monitor the implementation of budget policies and procedur…
  • Metallurgical manager
    Metallurgical managers coordinate and implement short and medium term metallurgical or steel-making production schedules, and coordinate the development, support and improvement of…
  • Business manager
    Business managers are responsible for setting the objectives of the business unit of a company, creating a plan for the operations, and facilitating the achievement of the objectiv…
  • Installation engineer
    Installation engineers oversee and manage the installing of structures, which take often many years to design and construct. They ensure safety, avoid risks and they aim to the opt…
  • Office manager
    Office managers oversee the administrative work that clerical workers are commissioned to perform in various types of organisations or associations. They perform micromanagement an…
  • Specialised goods distribution manager
    Specialised goods distribution managers plan, coordinate and manage the distribution of specialised goods to various points of sales. They oversee employees and ensure that operati…
  • Leather raw materials purchasing manager
    Leather raw materials purchasing managers plan and purchase supplies of hides, skins, wet-blue or crust in coordination with the production requirements. They negotiate processes a…
  • Cost analyst
    Cost analysts prepare regular costs, budgeting analyses and reports in order to contribute to the overall cost planning and forecasting activities of a business. They review and re…
  • Medical practice manager
    Medical practice managers manage the day-to-day operations of a medical practice. They oversee the staff and business side of the practice. Duties The duties of a medical practice …
  • Move manager
    Move managers coordinate all the resources and activities comprised in moving services. They work together with clients to define the requirements of the service and adapt it to th…
  • ICT product manager
    ICT product managers analyse and define current and target status for ICT products, services or solutions. They estimate the cost effectiveness, points of risk, opportunities, stre…
  • Legal service manager
    Legal service managers oversee the general management of a legal service office. They not only strive for the highest efficiency and effectiveness when delivering legal services an…
  • Civil engineer
    A Civil Engineer plans, designs, and supervises the construction and maintenance of infrastructure projects such as roads, bridges, buildings, airports, dams, and water systems. Th…
  • Category manager
    Category managers define the sales programme for specific product groups. They research market demands and newly supplied products. Other titles The following job titles also refer…
  • Construction manager
    Construction managers are responsible for the planning and coordination of the construction projects. They provide expertise in the design phase of construction projects by facilit…

Optional for

  • Performance production manager
    Performance production managers take care of a range of practical issues concerning the production. They deal with matters ranging from the recruitment of staff, procurement of mat…
  • Bricklaying supervisor
    A bricklaying supervisor is a professional who oversees and manages bricklaying projects, ensuring the efficient and accurate construction of brick and masonry structures. They pla…
  • Bridge construction supervisor
    A bridge construction supervisor is a skilled professional responsible for overseeing the construction of bridges. They play a crucial role in ensuring the successful completion of…
  • Plumbing supervisor
    A plumbing supervisor is a professional who oversees plumbing projects and ensures the efficient installation, maintenance, and repair of plumbing systems. They play a crucial role…
  • Construction general supervisor
    A construction general supervisor is a key leadership role in the construction industry responsible for overseeing and managing various construction projects. They play a crucial r…
  • Product development manager
    Product development managers coordinate the development of new products from beginning to end. They receive briefings and start envisioning the new product considering design, tech…
  • Tiling supervisor
    Tiling supervisors monitor tile fitting operations. They assign tasks and take quick decisions to resolve problems. Other titles The following job titles also refer to tiling super…
  • Power lines supervisor
    Power lines supervisors monitor the construction and maintenance of power lines and associated equipment. They assign tasks and take quick decisions to resolve problems. Other titl…
  • Concrete finisher supervisor
    Concrete finisher supervisors monitor the concrete finishing process. They assign tasks to finishers and take quick decisions to resolve problems. They may also pass on their skill…
  • Rail construction supervisor
    Rail construction supervisors monitor the construction and maintenance of railway infrastructure. They assign tasks, either on the ground or from a control room, and make quick dec…
  • Sewer construction supervisor
    A sewer construction supervisor is a professional responsible for overseeing and managing the construction and installation of sewer systems. They play a crucial role in ensuring t…
  • Lift installation supervisor
    Lift installation supervisor monitor the installation of lifts. They keep an overview of the proceedings, assign tasks, and take quick decisions to resolve problems. Other titles T…
  • Construction scaffolding supervisor
    Construction scaffolding supervisors plan and supervise the transport, assembly, disassembly and maintenance of the structures. They also ensure the safety of the scaffolds, suppor…
  • Wood technology engineer
    Wood technology engineers develop materials and components made of wood, construct production facilities and control and monitor the production. They also examine products and mate…
  • Plastic and rubber products manufacturing supervisor
    Plastic and rubber products manufacturing supervisors manage and coordinate the activities of personnel involved in plastic or rubber products manufacturing, making sure the produc…
  • Industrial robot controller
    Industrial robot controllers operate and monitor industrial robots used in automation processes to perform various manufacturing activities such as lifting, welding and assembling.…
  • Dismantling supervisor
    Dismantling supervisors monitor the operations involved in dismantling activities such as removing and possibly recycling industrial equipment and machinery or decommissioning of p…
  • Cultural facilities manager
    Cultural facilities managers direct the operations of facilities that provide cultural services such as theatre, movies and music. They plan and organise the daily operations of th…
  • Water conservation technician supervisor
    Water conservation technician supervisors supervise the installation of systems to recover, filter, store and distribute water from different sources such as rainwater and domestic…
  • Roofing supervisor
    A roofing supervisor is a professional responsible for overseeing and managing roofing projects within the construction industry. They play a vital role in ensuring that roofing ac…
  • Construction painting supervisor
    A construction painting supervisor is a professional responsible for overseeing and managing painting projects within the construction industry. They play a crucial role in ensurin…
  • Forestry inspector
    Forestry inspectors monitor forestry operations to ensure that workers and their activities comply with proper legislation and standards. They perform inspections to examine operat…
  • Marketing manager
    Marketing managers carry out the implementation of efforts related to the marketing operations in a company. They develop marketing strategies and plans by detailing cost and resou…
  • Agricultural inspector
    Agricultural inspectors monitor agricultural operations in farms and other agricultural facilities. They inspect activities such as health and safety measures, costs and production…
  • Dredging supervisor
    A dredging supervisor is a professional responsible for overseeing and managing dredging operations, which involve the removal of sediment and debris from bodies of water to improv…
  • Research and development manager
    Research and development managers coordinate the efforts of scientists, academical researchers, product developers, and market researchers towards the creation of new products, the…
  • Road construction supervisor
    A road construction supervisor is a key professional responsible for overseeing and managing various aspects of road construction projects. They play a critical role in ensuring th…
  • Terrazzo setter supervisor
    A terrazzo setter supervisor is a highly skilled professional who oversees and manages the installation and finishing of terrazzo flooring and surfaces. Terrazzo is a decorative ma…
  • Contract engineer
    Contract engineers combine technical knowledge of contracts and legal matters with understanding of engineering specifications and principles. They ensure that both parts are align…
  • Carpenter supervisor
    A carpenter supervisor is a skilled professional who oversees and manages carpentry projects, ensuring the successful completion of construction or renovation projects involving wo…
  • Electrical supervisor
    An electrical supervisor is a key role in overseeing and managing electrical projects, ensuring the safe and efficient installation, maintenance, and repair of electrical systems. …
  • Financial analyst
    Financial analysts conduct economic research and elicit valuable analyses on financial matters such as profitability, liquidity, solvency, and asset management. They provide recomm…
  • Department manager
    Department managers are responsible for the operations of a certain division or department of a company. They ensure objectives and goals are reached and manage employees. Other ti…
  • Demolition supervisor
    A demolition supervisor is a crucial role in overseeing and managing demolition projects, ensuring that they are carried out safely, efficiently, and according to project specifica…
  • Product manager
    Product development managers are responsible for managing the lifecycle of a product. They research and develop new products in addition to managing existing ones through market re…
  • Structural ironwork supervisor
    Structural ironwork supervisors monitor ironworking activities. They assign tasks and take quick decisions to resolve problems. Other titles The following job titles also refer to …
  • Cemetery attendant
    Cemetery attendants maintain the cemetery ground in good condition. They ensure the graves are ready for burial prior to funerals and ensure accurate burial records. Cemetery atten…
  • Industrial designer
    An Industrial Designer is a professional who designs and develops products that are both functional and aesthetically appealing. From consumer electronics and household appliances …
  • Plastering supervisor
    Plastering supervisors monitor plastering activities. They assign tasks and take quick decisions to resolve problems. Other titles The following job titles also refer to plastering…
  • Crane crew supervisor
    Crane crew supervisors are present to supervise crane operations. They keep an eye on safety and make sure regulations are followed. The supervisor makes quick decisions to resolve…
  • Public relations officer
    Public relations officers represent a company or organisation to stakeholders and the public. They use communications strategies to promote an understanding of the activities and i…
  • Banking products manager
    Banking products managers study the market of banking products and adapt the existing ones to the characteristics of this evolution or create new products to suit clients needs. Th…
  • Glass installation supervisor
    Glass installation supervisors monitor the process of installing plate glass. They assign tasks and take quick decisions to resolve problems. Duties Here are some of the duties of …
  • Underwater construction supervisor
    Underwater construction supervisors monitor underwater construction projects such as tunnels, canal locks and bridge pillars. They guide and instruct construction commercial divers…
  • Application engineer
    Application engineers deal with the technical requirements, management, and design for the development of various engineering applications, such as systems, new product designs, or…

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