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Material Cost Estimator - Supply Chain at Smiths Interconnect

Posted in Other 30+ days ago.

Location: Tampa, Florida





Job Description:




Material Cost Estimator - Supply Chain


Location: North America, USA, Tampa
Ref: INTERCONNECTNA00341
Division: Interconnect
Job Function: Operations






Job Description



Job Purpose: The Supply Chain Cost Estimator will work with sales, sourcing, and engineering to develop material cost estimates in support of Proposals. The role will use trend analysis, PO History, Supplier Quotes and/or similar Parts to generate material costs in accordance with Proposal requirements. The estimator will also backup supporting data and analysis as required during the negotiation and CAPA phases.







Duties & Responsibilities




  • Review and interpret the RFP (Request for Proposal) for all pricing requirements and work with the proposal team to set up the approach and schedule required for bidding the proposal

  • Estimate material costs in accordance with RFP requirements, while collaborating with sales, sourcing and engineering tom ensure compliance with customer RFP expectations and internal business needs.

  • Understand Sales and Supply Chain strategies to develop material estimates.

  • Understands all costs associated with materials including direct material, NRE Tooling/fixturing, tariffs, etc.

  • Document source data, estimating methodology and rational to verify reasonable material costs estimates

  • For Build to Print (BTP) opportunities, take a customer drawing/stamp package, interpret and create a BOM to enable quoting activity, work with engineering to identify potential sources

  • Download the BOM for legacy programs from Oracle and generate a costed BOM that addresses the requirements of the customer RFP.

  • Select which parts on the BOM to obtain updated supplier quotes from and which parts can use historical pricing. Request updated supplier quotes from identified suppliers, update the proposal costed BOM and electronically file the supplier quote for future reference.



  • Update the historical pricing as needed, taking into consideration the requested quantity ranges and applying any price sloping in a logical process.

  • Review the methodology for the completed BOM with Director of SC prior to submission to Business Development.

  • Reach across boundaries to pursue the best outcomes for customers and the company.

  • Collaborate with others, internally and externally, to drive the best solutions across the full product life cycle: how it works, how it's built, how it's controlled.



  • Other duties as required.







Diversity & Inclusion



We believe that different perspectives and backgrounds are what make a company flourish. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, economic status, disability, age, or any other legally protected characteristics. We are proud to be an inclusive company with values grounded in equality and ethics, where we celebrate, support, and embrace diversity.







The Individual



Technical Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:



  • Proficient in Excel, Word, and ERP (Oracle preferred).

  • Strong technical skills, with ability to understand drawings packages and specifications.

  • Knowledge of BOM's; indented levels, make/buy, as required, etc.

  • Must be able to accurately evaluate and analyze supplier quotes.

  • Ability to communicate with suppliers via phone and email.


Education: Bachelor's Degree in Business or related field


Experience: Minimum of 5 years of demonstrated experience with direct material estimating or procurement experience with heavy levels of material quoting.


Security: Secured DoD site which requires all candidates to be US persons (US Citizens or Permanent Resident).







About Smiths



At Smiths we apply leading-edge technology to design, manufacture and deliver market-leading innovative solutions that meet our customers' evolving needs, and touch the lives of millions of people every day. We are a FTSE100, global business of around 23,000 colleagues, based in 55 countries. Our solutions have a real impact on lives across the planet, enabling industry, improving healthcare, enhancing security, advancing connectivity and supporting new homes. Our products and services are often critical to our customers' operations, while our proprietary technology and high service levels help create competitive advantage. We welcome colleagues with a curious mind, who are happy with responsibility, enjoy a challenge and are attracted by the idea of working at a business with an almost 170 year history of innovation, and five global divisions, all experts in their field.







About Smiths Interconnect



Smiths Interconnect is a leading provider of technically differentiated electronic components, subsystems, microwave and radio frequency products that ensure high speed, secure connectivity of critical applications in the defence, aerospace, communications and industrial markets. Our microwave technology is used in radar, communication and surveillance systems that are mission-critical and operate in extreme environments in aerospace and defence. Our microwave components and connectors ensure optimal performance, durability and safety of space satellites. Our semi-conductor test products are used to test highly sophisticated semi-conductors and electronic circuits in communication systems, gaming products and computing devices. Our in-flight antenna systems give passengers internet connectivity gate-to-gate on planes around the world. Our connector and cable solutions ensure reliability of critical medical equipment, and safe operation of trains and transport systems.One of five divisions of Smiths Group, Smiths Interconnect employs over 2000 people. We have a global presence selling our products in over 50 countries with manufacturing facilities in nine countries and offices across North America, Europe and Asia.





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