Staff Quoting Analyst

Arete Associates•Tucson, AZ

1d•$90,000 - $103,000•Onsite

About The Position

At Areté, we are on the forefront of utilizing innovative solutions, with great minds from all backgrounds, to help solve the nation’s most complex security challenges. We strive for an inclusive, collaborative team environment that approaches differences as opportunities for innovation and excellence. As an employee-owned company, we foster an atmosphere that propels diverse career opportunities and professional growth. Discover your future with us. The Quoting Analyst is responsible for managing supplier quotations in support of Material Requirements Planning (MRP) and procurement activities. This role ensures accurate, timely, and competitive pricing data to support purchasing decisions, production planning, and cost control. The Quoting Analyst works closely with Procurement, Planning, Engineering, and Suppliers to support operational and strategic sourcing objectives. This position can be based at our Niwot, CO or Tucson, AZ office and is exempt, non- supervisory, full-time position.

Requirements

High School Diploma.
2–5 years of experience in procurement, quoting, supply chain, or materials planning
Experience working with suppliers and RFQ processes
Strong analytical and Excel skills (pricing analysis, cost comparison, data validation)
High attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities
Effective communication skills across internal teams and external suppliers

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, Business, Finance, Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
Strong working knowledge of MRP/ERP systems (Cost Point)
Experience in manufacturing or industrial environments
Familiarity with cost breakdowns, BOMs, and sourcing strategies
Understanding of lead times, and supply chain risk factors

Responsibilities

Request, receive, analyze, and validate supplier quotations for materials, components, and services based on MRP demand
Maintain and update pricing, lead times, MOQ, and supplier data. Support buyers and planners by providing accurate cost and availability information to meet production schedules
Analyze quotes for cost drivers, trends, and variances; flag risks related to pricing, lead time, or supply constraints
Coordinate with suppliers to clarify specifications, pricing assumptions, and delivery terms
Collaborate with Engineering and Quality on RFQs involving new parts, revisions, or alternate materials
Assist Procurement with cost reduction initiatives, supplier negotiations, and sourcing projects
Ensure compliance with procurement policies, contracts, and audit requirements
Generate reports and metrics related to quoting activity, cost accuracy, and supplier performance
Support continuous improvement of quoting and MRP-related processes