Strategic Lead Costing Estimator

Dauch; Detroit (MI); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Dauch Corporation is seeking a Lead Costing Estimator to lead financial responsibilities for cost analyses and business cases across product programs. You will quote opportunities, analyze make/buy scenarios, cost reductions, and monitor financial health until production starts.

The role requires 7+ years in manufacturing/automotive/aerospace, strong Excel skills, and a background in costing processes. Based in Detroit, this position offers visibility into global programs and collaboration with

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Finance / Accounting / Engineering with strong costing knowledge.
• 7+ years experience in Manufacturing / Automotive / Aerospace.
• 5+ years experience in handling business case cost studies, preferably in Automotive.
• 7+ years experience in MS Excel.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with other functions to develop a business case and quote for opportunities
• Assist Sales team in quote preparation and run various pricing / volume scenarios as required
• Conduct various cost analyses, make vs buy studies and evaluate cost reduction initiatives for financial feasibility
• As part of the program launch team, participate in team meetings to remain up to date with program changes
• Report financial status of product programs at Program reviews with the management team
• Support plant finance develop Activity based cost models and manufacturing costs / rates
• Work with different regions on customer, program, and product margin analysis
• Actively contribute to departmental initiatives/process improvements to enhance the overall department’s effectiveness
• Support ad-hoc quick cost analysis as per management request
• All other duties as assigned

Skills

MS Excel

Costing processes

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Finance / Accounting / Engineering

Job description

Dauch Corporation is seeking a Lead Costing Estimator to lead financial responsibilities for cost analyses and business cases across product programs. You will quote opportunities, analyze make/buy scenarios, cost reductions, and monitor financial health until production starts.

The role requires 7+ years in manufacturing/automotive/aerospace, strong Excel skills, and a background in costing processes. Based in Detroit, this position offers visibility into global programs and collaboration with