COST CONTROL & OPTIMIZATION PROFESSIONAL

COST CONTROL & OPTIMIZATION PROFESSIONAL

Location: Sterling Heights, MI, United States

Date Posted: Jun 24, 2026

Category: Supply Chain/Materials/Warehousing

Requisition ID: 14842

Career Level: Junior

Remote Work Options: On-Site

Clearance Type: None

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Job Description

COST CONTROL & OPIMIZATION PROFESSIONAL

About the Position:

The Supplier Cost Control and Optimization Professional plays a pivotal role in supporting General Dynamics Land Systems' supply chain objectives by ensuring the effective management of supplier-related costs, quality issues, and proposal coordination. This position is responsible for identifying and tracking costs resulting from supplier quality or delivery issues, leading cost recovery initiatives, and collaborating with Procurement to issue claims and negotiate settlements. The role also involves conducting root cause analysis in partnership with Engineering, developing and monitoring corrective action plans with suppliers, and escalating unresolved issues to ensure continuous improvement.

In addition to cost recovery responsibilities, this role coordinates supply chain proposals, analyzes supplier submissions for cost, delivery, and quality impacts, and supports negotiations to achieve optimal pricing and terms. The position prepares regular reports on supplier performance, cost recovery status, and proposal outcomes, ensuring clear communication with supply chain leadership and stakeholders. By identifying opportunities for process improvement and supporting the implementation of best practices, the Specialist helps drive efficiency and excellence in supply chain operations.

This position is essential to maintaining high standards of supplier performance, cost control, and documentation, directly contributing to the success and competitiveness of General Dynamics Land Systems in a dynamic and demanding environment.

About GDLS

General Dynamics Land Systems builds the combat vehicles and integrated technologies that give soldiers a decisive advantage. We design, engineer and sustain advanced tracked and wheeled systems paired with modern electronic architecture, AI-enabled capabilities and autonomy-ready technology.

From Abrams to LAV, Stryker to AJAX, robotic platforms to software solutions and beyond, our portfolio delivers proven performance and future-ready modernization for customers around the world.

Join the people who design, build and advance the systems that protect those who protect us. Our teams see beyond the horizon, solving problems before they become challenges.

Bring your talent. Bring your purpose.

Let's shape the future of General Dynamics Land Systems together.

What We Offer:

Starting your career or you are an experienced professional, we offer a Total Rewards package that is Impactful and built for you.

• Healthcare including medical, dental, vision, HSA and Flex Spending
• Competitive base pay, incentive pay that rewards individual and team performance, and comprehensive benefits
• 401k Match (6%)
• Educational Assistance
• 9-80 Work Schedule (This position's standard work schedule is a 9/80. The 9/80 schedule allows employees who work a nine-hour day Monday through Thursday to take every other Friday off.)
• Onsite cafeteria, fitness center, and outdoor fitness track

Responsibilities to Anticipate/Expect:

• Supplier Cost Recovery:
• Identify and track supplier-related costs due to quality or delivery issues
• Lead cost recovery initiatives, including supporting Procurement Professionals in issuing claims and negotiating settlements with suppliers
• Maintain accurate records of all cost recovery activities and outcomes
• Root Cause & Corrective Action Analysis:
• Analyze data related to supplier issues to determine root causes in coordination with Engineering
• Collaborate with suppliers and internal teams to develop and implement corrective action plans
• Monitor effectiveness of corrective actions and escalate unresolved issues as needed
• Proposal Management:
• Coordinate with buyers and other stakeholders to develop, review, and manage supply chain proposals
• Analyze supplier proposals for cost, delivery, and quality impacts
• Support negotiations with Procurement Specialists and suppliers to achieve optimal pricing and terms and conditions as needed
• Reporting & Communication:
• Prepare regular reports on supplier performance, cost recovery status, and proposal outcomes.
• Communicate findings, recommendations, and progress to supply chain leadership and other stakeholders.
• Process Improvement:
• Identify opportunities for process improvements in supplier cost recovery and proposal management.
• Support the implementation of best practices and standard work in supply chain processes.

Position Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Finance, or related field
• 1-3 years of experience in supply chain, procurement, cost control, or related area
• Strong analytical, decision-making, and problem-solving skills
• Experience with root cause analysis and corrective action processes
• Excellent negotiation and communication skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word); experience with ERP systems preferred
• Ability to work collaboratively in a cross-functional team environment
• Goal-oriented and able to work under time sensitive and demanding conditions

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in manufacturing or industrial supply chains
• Knowledge of quality management systems and supplier performance metrics

GDLS considers factors such as, scope/responsibilities of the position, candidate experience and education/training background, in addition to local market comparable and business considerations when extending an offer.

Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, General Dynamics is a global aerospace and defense company offering a broad portfolio of products and services in business aviation; ship construction and repair; land combat vehicles, weapons systems and munitions; and technology products and services. General Dynamics employs more than 100,000 people across 65 countries worldwide and in all 50 U.S. states, more information is available at www.gd.com. General Dynamics Land Systems, is a business unit of General Dynamics, and is an innovative leader of ground combat systems' equipment and software for our clients. Our performance-driven team partners with the U.S. Army, U.S. Marine Corp and other militaries across the Globe to ensure that next generation ground combat vehicles are ready to protect our fighting men and women in uniform. General Dynamics Lands Systems provides a competitive compensation package, site specific flexible work schedules, 401(k) with Company Match; Bonus Eligibility, Employee Development Opportunities, Tuition Reimbursement, On-site Amenities, and comprehensive Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, General Dynamics Land Systems ("GDLS") provides all persons with equal opportunity and access to all aspects of employment process, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, marital status, age, disability, status as a protected veteran, or membership in any group protected by federal, state, or local anti-discrimination laws. GDLS also is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans.. If, due to a disability, you need an accommodation to search or apply for an opportunity with GDLS, please call 586-825-4000 or send an e-mail to [email protected] for assistance and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.

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