Highlights
The role will work cross-functionally on new business quoting, engineering changes, make-versus-buy decisions, manufacturing cost models, cost reduction opportunities, and product/program profitability. Venteon Finance is currently seeking a Lead Costing Estimator / Costing Manager for a large global Tier 1 automotive supplier located in metro-Detroit area.
Numbers & Facts
| Location | Detroit, MI |
| Industry | Accounting and Auditing Services |
| Company Size | 100 to 499 employees |
| Website | http://www.venteon.us.com/ |
Description
Lead Costing Estimator / Costing Manager
Venteon Finance is currently seeking a Lead Costing Estimator / Costing Manager for a large global Tier 1 automotive supplier located in metro-Detroit area. This position will lead the financial development of business cases and cost analyses for automotive product programs. The role will work cross-functionally on new business quoting, engineering changes, make-versus-buy decisions, manufacturing cost models, cost reduction opportunities, and product/program profitability.
The ideal candidate will have hands-on costing experience within a Global Tier 1 automotive supplier and the ability to analyze complex cost structures and effectively present recommendations to executive leadership.
Requirements of the Lead Costing Estimator / Costing Manager
Bachelor s degree in Finance, Accounting, Engineering, or related field.
7+ years of automotive/manufacturing experience with at least 4+ years of direct costing and business case development experience.
Strong experience within a large global Tier 1 automotive supplier environment; experience with complex global manufacturing and customer programs strongly preferred.
Advanced Microsoft Excel skills with strong analytical, financial modeling, and problem-solving capabilities.
Excellent communication and executive presence with the ability to develop and present business cases and financial recommendations to senior leadership.
Responsibilities of the Lead Costing Estimator / Costing Manager
Develop detailed business cases and cost analyses supporting new business opportunities, quotes, engineering changes, and product programs.
Perform manufacturing cost analysis, make-versus-buy studies, pricing and volume scenarios, and cost reduction evaluations.
Partner with Sales, Engineering, Operations, Plant Finance, and other functions to develop accurate product and program cost models.
Analyze customer, product, and program margins across multiple regions and monitor the financial performance of programs through launch.
Present program financial status, business cases, cost analyses, risks, and recommendations to management and executive leadership.
If you are a high performer and would like to work for an equally high performing company and you think the above opportunity is appropriate for you, we invite you to apply to this job and email your resume to
ppirrone@venteon.com
.
We treat all resumes with strict confidentiality. We will always contact you first before submitting your resume to our client(s) for review. If you do not receive correspondence, you are not a fit for this position.
At Venteon, our talent acquisition team is proud to provide our clients with the most qualified Accounting & Finance, Engineering and IT talent in the industry today.
About Company
At Venteon, we are experts in providing Executive Search and Staffing services in Accounting & Finance, Engineering, Technology, Sales & Marketing and Advertising with the following options:
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We Deliver the Right Solutions:
Our recruiters are experienced in finding the right candidates for your position. Through active recruiting within our vast network (both locally and nationally), we source qualified candidates that have the exact experience necessary to make an immediate impact.
Our goal is to make the right placement the first time. We spend a great deal of time matching the right candidate with the right opportunity. Once a placement is made, we implement an ongoing quality control program to ensure the satisfaction of both parties. We believe that being proactive in this process enables us to provide a high level of success in our placement process.
We Build Long-Term Partnerships:
Our professional staff will learn about your business, culture, and work environment in order to understand the requirements and skills needed for your open position. We then tailor our search to these specific requirements and efficiently address your critical hiring needs. Our dedication to nurturing long-term, trust-based relationships with both clients and candidates is the reason for our success.