Job ID: 107495
The Leonardo DRS Land Electronics business provides C4I Network computing and integrated situational awareness, as well as state-of-the-art embedded diagnostics, vehicle power management and combat vehicle integration products and services.
Job Summary
As a Senior Supply Chain Material Estimating Analyst, you will lead and develop moderately complex analyses and estimate direct material cost (manufactured parts) for proposals. The ideal candidate will have a high attention to detail and thrive in a fast paced environment with strict deadlines. Must be willing to work overtime when deadlines dictate. Located in Melbourne, FL or Huntsville, AL is a plus.
Job Responsibilities
- Develop moderately complex analyses of cost data to determine reasonableness and/or best value.
- Analyze Bills of Material, Send Suppliers Requests for Quotes (RFQ), Evaluate RFQ Responses, and forecast most like Material Cost.
- Evaluate the proposal RFP/Q flow downs from the Contracts department and ensure the appropriate flow-downs are Identified and passed on to Vendor.
- Interact with Program Management, Engineering, Procurement and Contracts to understand all Direct Material requirements and serve as an intermediary between the Suppliers and DRS functional areas to address supplier’s questions and concerns.
- When Applicable, consolidate customer requirements to obtain leverage proposal pricing.
- Perform TIN Sweeps with respect to Direct Material and perform impact analysis of applicable updates.
- Represent Supply Chain during customer negotiations, Fact-Find, Audits and TIN Sweeps.
- Ensure all Forecasted costs are based on most likely cost at time of award.
- Prepare all proposal data in accordance with DRS and FAR applicable requirement.
- Ensure all applicable proposal support data is completed and filed properly.
- Support, communicate and defend the mission, values and culture of the company.
- Complete a Basis of Estimate for all Applicable Assigned Proposals.
- Meet Proposal Due dates.
- Create Excel Pivot Table and complex Excel Formulas (Knowledge of Power Query and Microsoft Access a plus).
- Improve understanding of purchasing relationship to the over-all company plans and strategy.
Job Requirements:
Qualifications
- Prefer Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, business, engineering or 3 years equivalent experience.
- 3 years of demonstrated experience in Aerospace and/or Defense Manufacturing.
- Experience in finance, contracting, export regulations, engineering, logistics, manufacturing and DoD, ITAR, FAR, DFAR regulations.
- Strong customer interface skills.
- Demonstrated problem-solving skills and be detail oriented.
- Must have a successful track record in managing complex aerospace/defense supply chain activities.
- Must have excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment with strict deadlines.
- Must be able to work independently and manage assigned proposals.
- Must be willing to work overtime when deadlines dictate.
- Must have strong Excel skills (Nested Formulas, Index, Match, Sumlfs, Pivot Tables, etc.) and strong data analysis skills
- Procurement/Buying experience is preferred
- Experience in evaluating drawing packages and compiling requests for quotes from vendors
- Familiarity with Bills of Materials (consolidated Bills of Materials)
- Familiarity with Indentured levels, Makes vs. Buys
- Knowledge of FAR requirements, as they pertain to Proposal Material Estimating preferred
- Ability to forecast future costs based on analysis of cost data
- Must be able to accurately evaluate Vendor RFQ responses
- Microsoft Access and Deltek CostPoint / Omnify skills are preferred
Only candidates that meet the qualifications set forth above are eligible to be contacted for further information. We are interested in every qualified candidate who is eligible to work in the United States. However, we are not able to sponsor visas.
Taking care of our people is a top priority at Leonardo DRS. We are proud to offer competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, a company contribution to a health savings account, telemedicine, life and disability insurance, legal insurance, and a 401(k) savings plan. We champion wellness programs that focus on physical, emotional, and financial well-being. We develop our talent by offering programs and activities to support career-growth, professional development, and skill enhancement. And we understand there is more to life than work, and the importance of offering flexible work schedules with our 9/80 program, competitive vacation, health/emergency leave, paid parental leave, and community service hours.
*Some employees are eligible for limited benefits only
Leonardo DRS, Inc. and its subsidiaries and affiliates are equal opportunity employers and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. #LEL