Cost Estimating Analyst - Entry Level

NORTHERN ENGRAVING CORPORATION • Sparta, WI

4d • Onsite

About The Position

The Cost Estimator will organize a cost estimation process and analyze cost data with cost model. The role involves analyzing the cost of BOM, raw materials, process, and tooling according to engineering data, and providing manufacturing cost estimation and business case analysis for the sales team. The position will also establish and improve the cost model and database, and have regional responsibility to build cost models and be a member of cost benchmarking. The Cost Estimator will analyze cost breakdowns from supplier requests for quote (RFQ) and understand all cost influent factors. The role requires working with Engineering & Procurement teams during the new business quoting phase to establish reference cost targets and developing close technical relationships with suppliers to identify best cost solutions, including emerging technologies that provide cost improvements. Other duties and tasks as assigned.

Requirements

• Automotive mechanical design and/or BOM, manufacturing process
• Financial knowledge and skills
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate
• Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment
• Proficient with MS Excel, Power BI or related software
• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Finance, or related field

Responsibilities

• Analyze the cost of BOM, raw materials, process and tooling according to engineering data
• Provide the manufacturing cost estimation and business case analysis as base for sales team
• Establish and improve the oversee cost model and database
• Regional responsibility to build cost model and member of cost benchmarking
• Analyze cost breakdowns from supplier request for quote (RFQ) and understand all cost influent factors
• Work with Engineering & Procurement teams during the new business quoting phase to establish reference cost targets
• Develop close technical relationships with suppliers to identify best cost solutions, including emerging technologies that provide cost improvements
• Other duties and tasks as assigned

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level