Bids and Costing Manager

New Flyer; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the electrification of mass mobility is seeking a Costing Support professional. This role involves managing costing support for bids, ensuring compliance with company goals, and coordinating with the Strategic Sourcing team to achieve margin targets. The ideal candidate will have a strong financial background and analytical skills, contributing to the company's mission of delivering safe and efficient transportation solutions.

Benefits

Competitive Wages

Comprehensive Benefits

Paid Holidays and Vacation

On-the-job Training

Opportunities for Advancement

Qualifications

• Experience with Supply Management and procurement principles.
• Financial background related to cost accounting.

Responsibilities

• Manage costing support and analysis for Contract Bid pricing.
• Validate material costs in Bid Submissions.
• Prepare summaries of material costs for Senior Management.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Financial Acumen

Attention to Detail

Education

University Degree

Financial Education

Tools

Excel

Job description

POSITION GOAL:

This position is responsible for ensuring accurate material costs are obtained and provided to support the pricing of Bids, Options, and SRCRs. It supports margin analysis at build compared to targets established during Bid or Option pricing and coordinates activities with the Strategic Sourcing team to achieve margin targets. Additionally, this role leads the coordination and compliance with company DBE Goals, New York Content, and other contractual commitments.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Manage the completion of all costing support and analysis for Contract Bid pricing submissions by the Sales team.
2. Manage the staff assigned to the Bids and Costing team, ensuring completion and accuracy of tasks.
3. Represent Sourcing at Strategy meetings with Sales, PDM, and CPM for each Bid and Option to support Bid/Option pricing requirements.
4. Validate material costs in Bid Submissions and prepare a bridge to reference bus material costs.
5. Coordinate the receipt of contract-specific quotations from component suppliers with the Sourcing team.
6. Validate material costs for all customer change orders within SRCR process timelines.
7. Prepare summaries of material costs and supply risks for each contract bid for Senior Management review.
8. Ensure Contract Specific Quoted Items are purchased at agreed values with Strategic Sourcing.
9. Assist Finance in ensuring the accuracy of reported contract margins and explaining variances from bid costs.
10. Manage compliance of purchasing extended warranties by SR in coordination with finance and sales.
11. Prepare contract-specific DBE documents as required for Bids.
12. Prepare documentation and reports for New York Content and all reporting compliance requirements.
13. Monitor, control, and report on Reference bus material cost trends regularly.
14. Ensure all key controls (ICFR) are designed and operating effectively within their area of responsibility.
15. Establish and adhere to policies and processes to meet all regulatory and legal requirements, including quality, environmental, health & safety programs.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• University Degree or related training/experience.
• Financial post-secondary education and experience are assets.
• Experience with Supply Management and procurement principles.
• Financial background related to cost accounting.
• Strong analytical skills and financial acumen.
• Proficiency in Excel.
• Process-oriented with attention to detail.

OUR WHY: We exist to move people. Our mission is to design, deliver, and support market-leading bus and motor coach solutions that are safe, accessible, efficient, and reliable.

NFI Group | We Move People - YouTube

Leveraging 450 years of combined experience, NFI is leading the electrification of mass mobility worldwide. With zero-emission buses, coaches, infrastructure, and technology, NFI addresses urban demands for scalable smart mobility solutions. Together, NFI is enabling more livable cities through connected, clean, and sustainable transportation. More information is available at www.nfigroup.com, www.newflyer.com, www.mcicoach.com, nfi.parts, www.alexander-dennis.com, arbocsv.com, and carfaircomposites.com.

WHY JOIN US:

• Be part of a team leading global electrification of mass mobility.
• Competitive wages and comprehensive benefits with immediate eligibility.
• Paid holidays and vacation.
• Passionate about creating a better product, workplace, and world, with a link to more info.
• Inclusive culture that values and empowers team members.
• On-the-job training in a continuous learning environment (investment of $10.9 million in 2023).
• Opportunities for advancement within our family of companies.

We are an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity, ensure equitable experiences, and are committed to an inclusive environment. Accommodations are available at all recruitment stages upon request.