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The most important thing we build is TRUST OverviewA Materials Analyst III/IV will analyze materials costs in support of bid and proposal activity and ongoing price variance analysis. Position will analyze and price the Bill of Materials (BOM), coordinating with Engineering, Program Management, Sales, Procurement, Finance and other departments to define material requirements, including compliance requirements and strategies for procurement.
ResponsibilitiesReview and resolve any discrepancies or questions with proposal ground rules and pricing requirements received from the Proposal / Program Manager.Review BOM. For proposals without a released BOM, based on comparison to other similar projects, work with Engineering to define the material requirements and complexity factors.Develop materials cost proposal based on historical price information, recent bids, current supply chain practices and other information, applying judgment to determine best factors for developing pricing.Identify items that will be subcontract items and identify resources available for subcontract support for respective items.Assure compliance with the Small Business and Small Disadvantaged Business requirements of the Request for Proposal or the law by ensuring opportunities are extended to qualified businesses as required. Determine the added cost, if any, required to meet the prescribed goals.Solicit, receive and analyze supplier quotes to ensure reasonable price and compliance to Company design specifications.Roll up pricing and summarize for review and approval. Forward the completed priced BOM manually or electronically to Finance for proposal roll up costing with copies to the Program Manager and OPM as necessary. Provide Procurement with target pricing prior to program release.In the materials proposal summary report, identify risk items such as those that exhibit delivery, technical, exception or obsolescence risks; and indicate high-risk suppliers such as companies that may be financially unstable.Provide analysis and support for evaluation of actual purchase performance against material budget.Explain analyses and defend pricing justifications in audits from customers, DCAA, Corporate or others. Maintain proposal support data and records in support of audits throughout and upon completion of material costing process.Attend and represent Supply Chain in program status meetings and program reviews.Participate in safety training and actively comply with safety policies and practices.Actively support continuous improvement and Lean implementation through utilization of Lean principles in materials activities and participation in Lean/Six Sigma activities in own work area as well as events for other areas to enhance cross-functional problem solving.Collaborate in team meetings and activities, including SET team and program reviews as appropriate.Act as Subject Matter Expert (SME); Train and/or provide support to junior analyst as necessary & use significant judgment and discretion to make determinations and analyses.Perform work using SAP information system and Microsoft Excel.Perform other related duties as assigned.QualificationsMinimum: Five (5) years of experience in materials, procurement or manufacturing preferably within a high-mix electronics and/or Defense industry.Bachelors Degree in Business, Finance, Supply Chain, or related field.Preferred: Experience in materials finance/analysis, estimating, and planning with a strong analytical approach.Intermediate Excel proficiency.Working knowledge of Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems such as SAP.Micro electronics and/or defense industry experience.Prior experience developing materials cost proposals.Knowledge of Indentured Bill of Materials.Salary Range: $80,161- $132,517.00 annually (San Diego, CA).
Applicable pay within the posted range may vary based on factors including, but not limited to, geographical location, job function of the position, education, and experience of the successful candidate. CAES provides a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, 401K, paid holidays and vacation.
EMPLOYMENT TRANSPARENCYBENEFITSWe take care of our people and provide competitive health, wealth and wellbeing benefits – from day one. You'll also discover learning and development opportunities so you can take your career to the next level – and beyond.
Other benefits include:
Comprehensive PTO, Paid Holiday and Paid Family Leave Programs.Student Loan Repayment Program & Tuition Reimbursement.9/80 Alternate Work Week Schedule.Tailored Management/Leadership Training.Innovative Medical Programs, Including Family Forming.ABOUT CAESCAES is the largest provider of analog and radiation hardened technology for the United States aerospace and defense industry. From human spaceflight and space exploration, to missile defense and electronic warfare, to healthcare solutions addressing COVID-19, our talented team develop high performing electronic solutions that work the first time, every time.
WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES EMPLOYER At CAES we welcome differences and celebrate new ideas. We believe the diversity of our people inspires our creativity and drives our innovation. Everyone is welcome here, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.
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