Automotive Cost Analyst & RFQ Specialist

Mobis North America; Plymouth (MI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Mobis North America’s Technical Center of North America seeks a Cost Analyst to support tracking, analysis, and management of costs for automotive projects, focusing on battery and chassis components. You will work with Engineering, Production, Purchasing, and Sales to capture labor, materials, logistics, and overhead costs to optimize profitability.

The role requires 4–8 years of cost analysis experience, strong Excel and analytical skills, and the ability to develop cost models for RFQs and

Qualifications

• Strong analytical and quantitative skills.
• Proficiency in Excel; experience with ERP or cost management systems is a plus.
• Interest in financial modeling and project profitability analysis.
• Excellent time management and organizational skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Ability to adapt quickly and work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Korean language proficiency is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Track, analyze, and report project costs including materials, labor, logistics, and overhead expenses.
• Manage project budgets and cost estimates while monitoring cost performance and variance throughout the project lifecycle.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Production, Sales, and Purchasing teams to control costs, evaluate design changes, and identify cost-saving opportunities.
• Support RFQs and pricing activities by developing cost models and ensuring competitive, profitable quotations.
• Support the preparation of cost breakdowns for RFQs and customer proposals.
• Assist in tracking and analyzing project costs across multiple components and commodities.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather and validate cost inputs.
• Conduct financial and profitability analyses (DCF, NPV, IRR, payback) and provide management reporting to support strategic decision-making.
• Conduct scenario and sensitivity analyses to assess cost risks and opportunities.
• Help prepare financial models and profitability assessments for new and ongoing projects.
• Contribute to monthly and quarterly cost reporting and variance analysis.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date cost databases and documentation.

Skills

Analytical skills

Quantitative skills

Time management

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Korean language

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, Administration, Engineering, or related field

Tools

Excel

ERP systems

Job description

Mobis North America’s Technical Center of North America seeks a Cost Analyst to support tracking, analysis, and management of costs for automotive projects, focusing on battery and chassis components. You will work with Engineering, Production, Purchasing, and Sales to capture labor, materials, logistics, and overhead costs to optimize profitability.

The role requires 4–8 years of cost analysis experience, strong Excel and analytical skills, and the ability to develop cost models for RFQs and