Pricer

Mettle Ops•Madison Heights, MI

22h

About The Position

The Pricer is responsible for developing accurate, compliant, and competitive pricing for government and defense-related proposals. This role supports the capture and proposal lifecycle by preparing detailed cost proposals, labor pricing models, bill of material estimates, subcontractor price analyses, and cost narratives in accordance with FAR/DFARS and customer requirements. The Pricer works closely with the Capture Team, CFO, Finance, and Purchasing to ensure pricing strategies align with company objectives and contractual compliance requirements. This position requires experience in the defense contracting environment and an understanding of government proposal cost structures. Education Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, Economics, or related field preferred (depending on level of role) Experience in government/defense contracting pricing strongly preferred.

Requirements

Basic Skill Requirements: documented in employee's school records, resume (if available), and their requisition of a bachelor’s degree
Active Learning – Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-making.
Active Listening – Giving full attention to what other people are saying and understanding requirements.
Critical Thinking – Using logic and reasoning to identify strengths and weaknesses of alternative pricing strategies.
Mathematics – Using mathematics to solve pricing, cost modeling, and labor rate calculations.
Complex Problem Solving – Identifying pricing risks and developing compliant solutions.
Monitoring – Reviewing pricing models for accuracy, completeness, and compliance.
Reading Comprehension – Understanding RFPs, RFQs, FAR/DFARS clauses, and contractual documents.
Speaking – Communicating pricing strategy and assumptions effectively.
Writing – Preparing clear and compliant cost narratives and pricing documentation.
Knowledge: gained through college education proven through a transcript or completion of college credits
Mathematics – Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, statistics, and their application in financial modeling.
English Language – Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including rules of composition and grammar.
Administration and Management – Knowledge of business principles including strategic planning, resource allocation, and financial modeling.
Accounting – Knowledge of financial principles, cost structures, budgeting, and forecasting.
Government Contracting – Knowledge of FAR/DFARS regulations and cost principles (preferred).
Computers and Electronics – Knowledge of spreadsheet modeling, financial systems, and proposal tools.
Social Skills Coordination – Adjusting actions in relation to others’ actions.
Service Orientation – Actively supporting internal teams to meet proposal deadlines.
Social Perceptiveness – Understanding stakeholder concerns and proposal priorities.
Complex Problem Solving Skills Complex Problem Solving – Identifying pricing challenges and developing compliant and competitive solutions.
Technical Skills Financial Modeling – Building and maintaining Excel-based pricing models.
Data Analysis – Interpreting financial and cost data.
Cost Analysis – Conducting price/cost realism and reasonableness reviews.
Systems Skills Judgment and Decision Making – Considering relative costs, risks, and competitive positioning.
Resource Management Skills Management of Financial Resources – Estimating and allocating financial resources appropriately.
Time Management – Managing multiple proposal deadlines simultaneously.

Responsibilities

Proposal & Labor Pricing Develop detailed cost proposals in response to RFPs, RFQs, and other solicitations
Build and maintain labor pricing models, including direct labor rates, indirect rates, escalation, and wrap rates
Prepare Basis of Estimate (BOE) documentation and supporting cost narratives
Analyze historical cost data and competitive pricing strategies
Develop pricing volumes in coordination with proposal team
Purchasing & Subcontract Support Assist Purchasing Team with pricing analysis for materials and subcontractors
Conduct price and cost analyses to ensure fair and reasonable pricing
Evaluate vendor quotes for compliance with proposal requirements
Support make-or-buy analysis
Financial & Compliance Coordination Work closely with CFO and Finance Team to validate indirect rates, overhead, G&A, and fee structures
Ensure pricing complies with FAR, DFARS, and other regulatory requirements
Support audit requests and documentation (DCAA readiness as applicable)
Assist in developing forward pricing rate proposals when needed
Capture & Strategy Support Collaborate with Capture Team to align pricing strategy with win themes
Participate in bid/no-bid discussions from a pricing perspective
Provide competitive analysis and scenario modeling
Support post-submission pricing clarifications and negotiations
Documentation & Reporting Maintain organized pricing files and documentation for audit trail
Track assumptions, risks, and pricing revisions
Prepare internal pricing summaries for executive review
Assist with contract modifications and pricing updates as needed