Aerospace Strategic Sourcing Cost Estimator

Twin Commander Aircraft LLC; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical insurance

Competitive PTO and holidays

401K with up to 4% match

Annual bonus program

Flexible working arrangements

Volunteer opportunities

Mental health support programs

Employee development opportunities

Referral program

Job summary

Ontic is seeking a Strategic Sourcing Cost Estimator at its Creedmoor, NC site to support the Revenue Management team. You will develop cost estimates, evaluate suppliers, and lead RFQ activities to optimize long-term competitiveness.

Collaborate across Supply Chain, Engineering, Finance, and Operations to drive cost reductions, supplier negotiations, and strategic sourcing decisions in an onsite environment.

Qualifications

• BA/BS degree in a related field.
• 2-3+ years in strategic sourcing, procurement, supply chain, estimating, or supplier management.
• Experience developing sourcing strategies, leading RFQ activity, and evaluating supplier proposals.
• Strong Excel and cost modeling skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain material and product cost estimates using supplier quotations, historical data, BOMs, and market intelligence.
• Develop sourcing strategies balancing cost, lead time, risk, and business needs.
• Lead RFQ activity for materials, components, equipment, and services to support pricing and strategic sourcing initiatives.
• Identify and develop alternative suppliers to improve competition and reduce cost.

Skills

Strategic sourcing

Procurement

Supply chain

Cost estimation

RFQ management

Supplier management

ERP/MRP

BOM reading

Engineering drawings

Cost modeling

Excel modeling

Negotiation

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

BA/BS degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, Finance, or related field

Tools

ERP/MRP systems

Job description

Ontic is seeking a Strategic Sourcing Cost Estimator at its Creedmoor, NC site to support the Revenue Management team. You will develop cost estimates, evaluate suppliers, and lead RFQ activities to optimize long-term competitiveness.

Collaborate across Supply Chain, Engineering, Finance, and Operations to drive cost reductions, supplier negotiations, and strategic sourcing decisions in an onsite environment.