Senior Manager, Cost Estimation and Capital Planning

Aptiv•Troy, AL

9d•Onsite

About The Position

Versigent designs and delivers the systems that move power through modern technology. From vehicles to robotics to energy platforms, our electrical distribution systems enable the next generation of electrified, automated and connected products. As a standalone company, we combine deep engineering expertise with the speed and focus needed to solve increasingly complex challenges. Our teams move quickly, think with precision and deliver at scale — helping customers do more without adding cost, weight or complexity. What defines us is how we work: with the agility and momentum of a startup, backed by the experience and discipline of a proven global leader. That combination creates an environment where ideas move faster, ownership is real and impact is visible. The primary responsibility of the Senior Manager, Cost Estimation and Capital Planning will be to provide financial leadership to the quoting process. You will be responsible for guiding the program team to quote new programs accurately while highlighting the risks and opportunities in a strategic way to achieve future profitable growth. This is a cross-functional role and you will be responsible to ensure processes are developed, communicated and followed across the regions.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or related field; MBA or advanced degree preferred
Ten or more years of experience in program controlling and commercial finance
Experience working in a matrixed global organization, automotive preferred
Expertise in Excel-based modeling, and solid working knowledge in SAP or similar ERP system
Strong executive presence and communication skills with the ability to translate complex data into actionable insights
Ability to work onsite in Troy, MI
Must be legally able to work in the United States without requirement of any type of visa sponsorship or transfer now, or at any time in the future

Nice To Haves

Experience presenting/summarizing findings to executive leadership preferred

Responsibilities

Develop and deploy global standard policies, frameworks, and supporting tools for the creation and presentation of business cases, including customer quotations, capital expenditures, and savings initiatives
Lead cross‑regional reviews of business cases with regional leadership prior to executive submission, ensuring consistency, rigor, and adherence to established policies and standards
Synthesize and clearly articulate key risks, opportunities, sensitivities, and non‑standard considerations for executive leadership, including fact‑based recommendations to optimize outcomes
Partner with global program management and regional teams to execute post‑audit reviews, tracking performance against approved commitments and driving corrective actions as needed
Own and maintain rolling three‑year capital expenditure forecasts, working closely with regional finance and operations teams to identify optimization and prioritization opportunities