Material Estimator, Specialist

L3Harris Technologies•San Diego, CA

12d•$69,500 - $129,500

About The Position

The Material Estimator, Specialist reviews and analyzes Bills of Materials (BOMs) to develop material cost estimates for proposals and program execution. The role obtains, reviews, and updates supplier quotations and Request for Proposal (RFP) responses; consolidates and analyzes cost information using Microsoft Excel; and works with Proposal, Program Management, Supply Chain, and Engineering teams to validate pricing, sourcing assumptions, and cost strategies. It maintains the integrity and traceability of cost data across models, proposals, and estimating tools to support internal standards, customer requirements, and CPSR and DCMA audit readiness. The position also plans and executes procurement activities for materials and services, manages vendor relationships, and supports cost analysis, variance tracking, and historical pricing reviews. Responsibilities include supporting ROM and firm estimates for new business and contract modifications, contributing to cost-reduction strategies, and managing procurement from requisition through purchase order closeout while keeping delivery dates current. The schedule is 9/80, with every other Friday off.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Finance, Industrial Engineering, or a related field and at least 4 years of experience in material estimating, procurement, or supply chain analysis; or a graduate degree and at least 2 years of related experience; or at least 8 years of related experience in lieu of a degree.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including formulas, pivot tables, and data analysis tools.
Experience reading and interpreting Bills of Materials and supplier quotations.
Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced proposal environment.
Attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy.
Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams across multiple sites.

Nice To Haves

Experience supporting government or defense proposal environments; familiarity with FAR/DFARS is a plus.
Understanding of cost analysis principles and proposal pricing structures.
Experience with ERP systems such as SAP or Infor LN and procurement databases.

Responsibilities

Review and analyze BOMs to develop accurate material cost estimates for proposals and program execution.
Obtain, review, and update supplier quotations and RFP responses to ensure BOM pricing reflects current and complete cost data.
Use Excel to consolidate, analyze, and report cost information.
Collaborate with Proposal, Program Management, Supply Chain, and Engineering teams to validate pricing and material assumptions, confirm sourcing assumptions, and support cost strategy development.
Maintain data integrity across cost models, proposals, and estimating tools in accordance with internal estimating standards and customer requirements.
Plan and execute procurement activities for materials and services to align with program specifications and price objectives.
Manage vendor relationships in accordance with company requirements and procurement objectives.
Support material cost analysis, variance tracking, and historical pricing trend reviews.
Download, update, and maintain program BOMs using supplier pricing from RFP efforts and direct supplier communications.
Coordinate with the proposals team to integrate supplier quotes into formal cost proposals and support fact-finding or customer audit requests.
Develop and maintain standard Excel estimating templates and cost models.
Ensure traceability of supplier data, quotes, and cost justifications for CPSR and DCMA audit readiness.
Conduct cross-functional reviews with Program Management, Supply Chain, and Engineering to validate material assumptions and identify cost risks or savings opportunities.
Assist in creating ROM and firm proposal estimates for new business pursuits and contract modifications.
Analyze supplier inputs for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with proposal timelines and sourcing policies.
Collaborate with Supply Chain on proposal cost-reduction strategies.
Manage procurement from requisition through purchase order closeout, including maintaining current and accurate delivery dates.