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Cost AnalystEstimatorFord Motor • Dearborn, Michigan, USA
Cost AnalystEstimator

Cost AnalystEstimator

Ford Motor • Dearborn, Michigan, USA
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Description

Cost Estimating Analyst for Power Conversion (Alternator / Starter / 12V Battery / Power Banks) interfacing with key stakeholders in Purchasing (Supply Chain) Product Development (including Programs) Material Cost and Finance for all matters related to part costs for Power Conversion commodities. This role requires a strategic influencer who can manage an ambiguous environment.

We are the movers of the world and the makers of the future. We get up every day roll up our sleeves and build a better world together. At Ford were all a part of something bigger than ourselves. Are you ready to change the way the world moves

Responsibilities

Develop piece cost and tooling estimates for assigned commodities which requires an extensive understanding of manufacturing cost structure and supply base capability.

  • Support cost target setting commercial pricing agreements and change control processes for forward and current model vehicle programs by delivering accurate estimates including detailed cost gap analysis.

Support vehicle teardowns benchmark standard methodologies and identify material cost reduction opportunities.

Actively support strategic commodity initiatives with relevant cost analyses

Develop and deliver executive level presentations to senior leadership in support of the cost analysis being performed in a clear concise and convincing manner.

  • Ensure reasonable physical-based Best-In-Class assumptions for part manufacturing of their respective commodities and convincingly convey principles to stakeholders & partners.
  • Demonstrate strong understanding of differences between Activity Based Costing volume-based costing and Should Cost. Provide technical guidance and variance explanations between ABC suppliers costing methodologies and Should Cost estimates.
  • Facilitate and participate on supplier plant visits preferably with Supply Chain and STA to support benchmarking data gathering training negotiations or other activities as needed to ensure physical-based cost estimates quantifiable gap analyses and viable cost reductions.
  • Provide negotiation support to Supply Chain as they engage senior supplier representatives to achieve material cost reductions.
  • Deliver robust cost estimates and analyses in support of Program Lifecycle TVM Benchmarking etc. as required to drive design and commercial cost reductions.
  • Support 4 day onsite requirement with occasional travel to both Ford and Supplier facilities
  • Please note : This role will require 15-20% travel within the US.

    Qualifications

    The following skills and experiences arerequiredqualifications for this role :

    Bachelors degree required

    Must possess either an Engineering undergraduate degree with 3 years of business and / or finance experience or an undergraduate degree in Finance / Business with 3 years of manufacturing experience

    3 years of experience in automotive component manufacturing processes

    Prefer experience to construct and analyze manufacturing costs of components by reviewing drawings engineering specifications and functional requirements.

    Proficiency in Data Analysis

    Demonstrated history of driving agile transformation in a costing environment.

    Exceptional communication (oral & written) facilitation team building conflict resolution and collaboration skills in cross-functional diverse environments

    Experience implementing advanced agile approaches utilizing data analytics and the use of AI to help modernize and improve efficiency

    Persuasive storytelling abilities enabling you to promote your ideas at the highest levels gain alignment generate excitement and instigate momentum in complex matrixed environments.

    A hyper collaborative mindset and ability to partner with teams and leaders regardless of level.

    Tenacity grit and a persistent sense of urgency with a bias for action (even in ambiguous and fluid situations)

    A Cost Estimator / Cost Analyst should possess experience in more than one of the following :

    NEED TO HAVE : Electrical / Electronics / SMT

    NEED TO HAVE : Motor windings / rare earths

    CAN HAVE :

    Driver Assist Systems (i.e. Instrument Clusters / Smart Displays)

    Metal Casting : Ferrous AL Mg

    Extrusion

    Machining

    Plastic Injection Molding & Plastic Finishing

    Blow Molding Plastic Extrusion

    Stamping & Welded Assemblies

    Interior / Exterior Painting

    Polyurethane Foam Molding

    Thermoforming

    Experience using Estimating Software to develop Optimal and Should Cost estimates such as FACTON APRIORI SIEMENS.

    Demonstrate a proven grasp of business concepts as well as quantitative and critical thinking skills.

    Ability to assess cost benefit analysis of different supplier manufacturing methods.

    Ability to maintain data integrity and accuracy and use data to identify and solve problems.

    Strong collaboration and leadership skills.

    Proactive with the ability to balance multiple tasks.

    Maintain data integrity and accuracy and use data analysis to identify and tackle problems

    The following skills and experiences arePreferredqualifications for this role :

  • Bachelor of Science Engineering
  • Knowledge of GPDS timeline and Cost Estimating support provided at key milestones
  • Knowledge of Global Material Cost Strategies
  • Knowledge of Lean principles (value stream maps takt time etc.) pre ferred
  • You may not check every box or your experience may look a little different from what weve outlined but if you think you can bring value to Ford Motor Company we encourage you to apply!

    As an established global company we offer the benefit of choice. You can choose what your Ford future will look like : will your story span the globe or keep you close to home Will your career be a deep dive into what you love or a series of new teams and new skills Will you be a leader a changemaker a technical expert a culture builderor all of the above No matter what you choose we offer a work life that works for you including :

    Immediate medical dental and prescription drug coverage

    Flexible family care parental leave new parent ramp-up programs subsidized back-up child care and more

    Vehicle discount program for employees and family members and management leases

    Tuition assistance

    Established and active employee resource groups

    Paid time off for individual and team community service

    A generous schedule of paid holidays including the week between Christmas and New Years Day

    Paid time off and the option to purchase additional vacation time.

    For a detailed look at our benefits click here : Benefit Summary

    This role is remote but if you live within 50 miles of a Ford Hub (Dearborn MI or Palo Alto) you will be required on-site 4x a week.

  • Visa Sponsorship is NOT provided for this specific role
  • Relocation assistance IS NOT provided for this specific role
  • Candidates for positions with Ford Motor Company must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire.

    We are an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a culturally diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race religion color age sex national origin sexual orientation gender identity disability status or protected veteran the United States If you need a reasonable accommodation for the online application process due to a disability please call 1-.

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    Required Experience :

    IC

    Key Skills

    Bluebeam,Construction Estimating,Construction Experience,HeavyBid,Math,Sage,Pricing,Cost Control,Restoration,Roofing,Microsoft Excel,Auto Estimating

    Employment Type : Full-Time

    Experience : years

    Vacancy : 1

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