Cost Specialist

Under direct supervision, the cost planning specialist coordinates efforts and leads the company to meet cost and profit goals by each product and vehicle program. It is a unique role in the USA and requires skills in multiple functions and high motivation to be successful. The position combines strategic planning from many views (market, product, footprint, supply chain and cost. As a Cost Planner, you will be responsible for products made at plants located in Michigan, Kentucky, Iowa, Tennessee, Canada, and Mexico. The position is highly visible to Executive Management, and will have heavy interaction with Sales, Design Engineering, Manufacturing, and Purchasing.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

· Report cost & profit analysis to top management.

· Estimate the cost of new Engine Cooling Modules (ECM) and AC Systems (HVAC) product based on product bill of materials.

· On new products, work with Sales function to set the pricing approach based on market analysis and with Design Engineering to ensure efficient design.

· Support the engineering change process to minimize cost changes.

· Analyze the cost structure of both current and new products to develop strategies to improve financial results.

· Analyze and review costs of DENSO and competitor products to identify opportunities for advancement of DENSO's competitive position.

· Support the make or buy process with comparative analyses.

· Be involved in special reports and projects.

Qualifications

· Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Engineering or related field. (Master’s Degree Preferred)

· 3-5 years of relevant experience in cost estimation, cost engineering, sales engineer. (Automotive and/or Manufacturing Preferred)

Preferred

· Experience in new product costing or product change management with ERP systems.

· Global manufacturing related work experience desired.