Capital Projects Analyst

Ultimate Staffing; Fountain Valley (CA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Ultimate Staffing is seeking a CapEx Investments Analyst for 100% onsite work in Fountain Valley, CA or Jefferson, GA. You will manage capital expenditure projects, develop business cases, oversee budgeting and forecasting, and guide RFQ processes and vendor selection across a national Parts Distribution Center network.

The ideal candidate has 4+ years in the automotive industry, strong financial analysis, procurement and supplier management, and excellent communication and project management

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Finance, Operations, or a related field.
• 4+ years of experience in the automotive industry.
• Experience managing CapEx budgets or capital projects.
• Procurement, RFQ/RFP processes, and contract administration experience.
• Strong Excel and financial reporting skills.
• SAP experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop, analyze, and present Capital Expenditure (CapEx) proposals and business cases for facility, equipment, and operational investments.
• Support annual capital planning, forecasting, and investment budgeting activities.
• Manage RFQ processes, supplier evaluations, competitive bidding, and contract awards.
• Review vendor quotations and analyze equipment, labor, and material costs to support investment decisions.
• Track capital project budgets, expenditures, invoices, and project financial performance.
• Coordinate facility improvements, equipment acquisitions, and network expansion initiatives.
• Monitor project timelines, milestones, risks, and deliverables to ensure successful project execution.
• Partner with operations, finance, procurement, and leadership teams to support strategic investment initiatives.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities and help drive continuous improvement across the distribution network.

Skills

Financial analysis

Forecasting

Budgeting

Project management

Communication

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Finance, Operations, or Engineering

Tools

Excel

SAP

Job description

Job Title: CapEx Investments Analyst

Location : Jefferson, GA or Fountain Valley, CA (100% Onsite)

Employment Type: Temp to Hire

Pay: $35-$40/hr. DOE

Schedule: Mon - Fri 8:00AM - 5:00PM

We’re partnering with a global automotive industry leader to identify a CapEx Investments Analyst who will play a key role in managing Capital Expenditure (CapEx) projects, procurement initiatives, and operational investments across a national Parts Distribution Center (PDC) network. This position is responsible for supporting the full lifecycle of capital investments, including business case development, vendor selection, RFQ management, budgeting, forecasting, project execution, and financial tracking. The ideal candidate will bring a combination of financial analysis, procurement, supplier management, and project management experience within a manufacturing, automotive, logistics, or distribution environment.

What You'll Do

• Develop, analyze, and present Capital Expenditure (CapEx) proposals and business cases for facility, equipment, and operational investments.
• Support annual capital planning, forecasting, and investment budgeting activities.
• Manage RFQ processes, supplier evaluations, competitive bidding, and contract awards.
• Review vendor quotations and analyze equipment, labor, and material costs to support investment decisions.
• Track capital project budgets, expenditures, invoices, and project financial performance.
• Coordinate facility improvements, equipment acquisitions, and network expansion initiatives.
• Monitor project timelines, milestones, risks, and deliverables to ensure successful project execution.
• Partner with operations, finance, procurement, and leadership teams to support strategic investment initiatives.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities and help drive continuous improvement across the distribution network.

What We're Looking For

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Finance, Operations, Engineering, or a related field.
• 4+ years of experience within the automotive industry.
• Experience managing Capital Expenditure (CapEx) budgets, capital projects, or investment planning activities.
• Experience with procurement, supplier management, RFQ/RFP processes, and contract administration.
• Strong financial analysis, forecasting, budgeting, and reporting skills.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office proficiency.
• SAP experience preferred.
• Warehouse, distribution center, logistics, manufacturing, or facilities management experience is a plus.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, communication, and project management skills.

Why Consider This Opportunity?

• Join a global automotive organization supporting large-scale distribution and logistics operations.
• Lead and influence multimillion-dollar capital investment and facility improvement projects.
• Partner with senior leaders on strategic CapEx planning and operational initiatives.
• Gain exposure to procurement, finance, supply chain, and project management functions.
• Competitive compensation and long-term career growth opportunities.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, and San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.