Cost Value Analysis Specialist

Schaeffler AG • Fort Mill, SC

75d

About The Position

The position involves preparing cost analyses and optimizing costs and value for products and tools throughout the supply chain processes. This role requires collaboration with sales and purchasing organizations to ensure effective cost management. The candidate will be responsible for creating cost estimates during the request for quote (RFQ) processes and conducting systematic cost optimization analyses. Additionally, the role includes driving supply chain-specific value and cost optimization programs both internally and with suppliers. The candidate will also provide expertise in negotiations for Supplier Management or Category Management and will be expected to prepare and deliver training sessions, including cost structure analyses and design-to-cost workshops.

Requirements

• Bachelor degree in Supply Chain Management, Engineering, or Business Administration
• 1 year of previous relevant experience
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to manage and resolve conflict, business dealings and the ability to work in a team.
• Knowledge of world class manufacturing, engineering, and/or project management.
• External applicants must be authorized to work in the US without employment VISA or other sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

• Graduate Degree in Engineering or Supply Chain Management

Responsibilities

• Prepare cost (break down) analyzes and cost/value optimization for products and tools in stages of supply chain processes in cooperation with sales and purchasing organization units.
• Create costing within the request for quote (RFQ) processes and provide systematic cost optimization analyses for products.
• Drive supply chain specific value and cost optimization programs, internally and with suppliers.
• Provide expertise in negotiations for Supplier Management or Category Management respectively.
• Prepare trainings and give active support, e.g. cost structure analyses and in design-to-cost workshops.

Benefits

• Hiring Bonus paid out in steps
• 6% 401(k) company match
• Explore more benefits at www.schaefflerbenefits.com

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Social Assistance
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees