Senior Estimator & Sourcing Lead — DoD/Munitions

Dayzim; Texarkana (TX); On-site; USD 77,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Day & Zimmermann in Texarkana, TX seeks an experienced professional to lead and support complex estimating and sourcing activities for defense and regulated programs. You will develop cost estimates, BOMs, and technical data packages while aligning with labor, materials, storage, and indirect costs.

This role requires DoD/ITAR/ATF/HSE awareness and collaboration across proposals, finance and operations. The candidate will implement continuous improvement initiatives, expand supplier base, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field required.
• 5+ years in Estimating, Supply Chain, Finance or Engineering in manufacturing.
• Proficient in MS Office and SAP/ERP.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with partners to select qualified suppliers for RFP/RFQ and develop sourcing strategy.
• Manage full sourcing lifecycle from RBL to bid evaluation and negotiations.
• Negotiate pricing, deliveries, and terms with suppliers.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities and mitigate risks.
• Collaborate to improve estimating databases and tools.

Skills

Sourcing

Negotiation

Communication

SAP/ERP

Estimating tools

Supply chain

Education

BA/BS degree

Tools

SAP/ERP Systems

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Day & Zimmermann in Texarkana, TX seeks an experienced professional to lead and support complex estimating and sourcing activities for defense and regulated programs. You will develop cost estimates, BOMs, and technical data packages while aligning with labor, materials, storage, and indirect costs.

This role requires DoD/ITAR/ATF/HSE awareness and collaboration across proposals, finance and operations. The candidate will implement continuous improvement initiatives, expand supplier base, and