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Job Description
ATTENTION MILITARY AFFILIATED JOB SEEKERS - Our organization works with partner companies to source qualified talent for their open roles. The following position is available to Veterans, Transitioning Military, National Guard and Reserve Members, Military Spouses, Wounded Warriors, and their Caregivers. If you have the required skill set, education requirements, and experience, please click the submit button and follow the next steps. Unless specifically stated otherwise, this role is "On-Site" at the location detailed in the job post.
Job Description
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, we’re all a part of something bigger than ourselves. Are you ready to change the way the world moves?
Product Development uses design thinking & user experience methods to deliver breakthrough products and services that delight our customers. We bring innovative, exciting, and sustainable ideas to life. We have opportunities around the world for you to contribute to advancements in autonomy, electrification, smart mobility technologies, and more!
In this position...
As a Cost Estimating Analyst for Exterior Body Structures and Frames, you will collaborate with stakeholders in Purchasing, Product Development, Material Cost, and Finance on all part cost matters related to Body Structures and Frames commodities. This role demands a strategic influencer capable of navigating ambiguous situations.
Responsibilities
What you'll do…
Develop piece cost and tooling estimates for assigned commodities which requires an extensive understanding of manufacturing cost structure and supply base capability
Support teardowns, benchmark standard methodologies, and identify material cost reduction opportunities
Actively support strategic commodity initiatives with relevant cost analyses
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
Ensure reasonable, physicals-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 Activity Based Costing, 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 physicals-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, Team Value Management, Benchmarking, etc., as required to drive design and commercial cost reductions
Contribute your extensive expertise to the Cost Estimating team as we continuously refine our chosen agile framework and modern ways of working
Earn and maintain your status as the agile and modern ways of working subject matter expert through continuous learning and application of your knowledge to solve tough, complex issues
Be a trusted advisor to senior leaders as they continuously refine their organizations for the present and future
Auto req ID
442676BR
Minimum Education Required
Bachelors
Job_Category
Finance
Qualifications
Additional Qualifications/Responsibilities
You'll have...
BSc, Engineering with 3 years of business and/or finance experience OR an undergraduate degree in Finance/Business.
3 years of experience in automotive component manufacturing processes with emphasis on lean manufacturing, continuous improvement and cost improvements.
Proficiency in data management
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:
Body Metal Assembly Processes
Various kinds of stamping from progressive to hot stamping
Aluminum and mixed metal body construction
Metal Casting: Ferrous, AL, Mg
Aluminum Structural Extrusions
Machining
Experience using Estimating Software to develop Optimal Cost Estimates and Should Cost Estimates such as FACTON, Apriori, Siemens systems
Ability to construct and analyze manufacturing costs of components by reviewing drawings, engineering specifications, and functional requirements
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
Clear, concise, and persuasive communication skills with strong Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word capabilities
Proactive with the ability to balance multiple tasks
Even better, you may have...
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.) preferred
City*
Dearborn
State*
Michigan
Job Code
Manufacturing Manufacturing
Affiliate Sponsor
Ford Motor Company
ATTENTION MILITARY AFFILIATED JOB SEEKERS - Our organization works with partner companies to source qualified talent for their open roles. The following position is available to Veterans, Transitioning Military, National Guard and Reserve Members, Military Spouses, Wounded Warriors, and their Caregivers. If you have the required skill set, education requirements, and experience, please click the submit button and follow the next steps. Unless specifically stated otherwise, this role is "On-Site" at the location detailed in the job post.
Job Description
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, we’re all a part of something bigger than ourselves. Are you ready to change the way the world moves?
Product Development uses design thinking & user experience methods to deliver breakthrough products and services that delight our customers. We bring innovative, exciting, and sustainable ideas to life. We have opportunities around the world for you to contribute to advancements in autonomy, electrification, smart mobility technologies, and more!
In this position...
As a Cost Estimating Analyst for Exterior Body Structures and Frames, you will collaborate with stakeholders in Purchasing, Product Development, Material Cost, and Finance on all part cost matters related to Body Structures and Frames commodities. This role demands a strategic influencer capable of navigating ambiguous situations.
Responsibilities
What you'll do…
Develop piece cost and tooling estimates for assigned commodities which requires an extensive understanding of manufacturing cost structure and supply base capability
Support teardowns, benchmark standard methodologies, and identify material cost reduction opportunities
Actively support strategic commodity initiatives with relevant cost analyses
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
Ensure reasonable, physicals-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 Activity Based Costing, 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 physicals-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, Team Value Management, Benchmarking, etc., as required to drive design and commercial cost reductions
Contribute your extensive expertise to the Cost Estimating team as we continuously refine our chosen agile framework and modern ways of working
Earn and maintain your status as the agile and modern ways of working subject matter expert through continuous learning and application of your knowledge to solve tough, complex issues
Be a trusted advisor to senior leaders as they continuously refine their organizations for the present and future
Auto req ID
442676BR
Minimum Education Required
Bachelors
Job_Category
Finance
Qualifications
Additional Qualifications/Responsibilities
You'll have...
BSc, Engineering with 3 years of business and/or finance experience OR an undergraduate degree in Finance/Business.
3 years of experience in automotive component manufacturing processes with emphasis on lean manufacturing, continuous improvement and cost improvements.
Proficiency in data management
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:
Body Metal Assembly Processes
Various kinds of stamping from progressive to hot stamping
Aluminum and mixed metal body construction
Metal Casting: Ferrous, AL, Mg
Aluminum Structural Extrusions
Machining
Experience using Estimating Software to develop Optimal Cost Estimates and Should Cost Estimates such as FACTON, Apriori, Siemens systems
Ability to construct and analyze manufacturing costs of components by reviewing drawings, engineering specifications, and functional requirements
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
Clear, concise, and persuasive communication skills with strong Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word capabilities
Proactive with the ability to balance multiple tasks
Even better, you may have...
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.) preferred
City*
Dearborn
State*
Michigan
Job Code
Manufacturing Manufacturing
Affiliate Sponsor
Ford Motor Company
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