Lead Cost Estimator - Autokiniton : Job Details

About the Company - AUTOKINITON delivers operational excellence, high-quality execution, and customer service. We offer 100% vertical integration capabilities such as end-to-end engineering, manufacturing, and in-house logistics. We're proud of our Tier 1 supplier legacy for manufacturing propulsion-agnostic, structural automotive components, and assemblies around the globe.

About the Role - To help us drive excellence, you'll get to:

• Review of part data, part prints, GD&T requirements, customer documentation and all quote requirements.
• Review blank sizes and die tooling requirements both internally and with process data from external tool shops.
• Maintain job tracking daily/weekly/monthly.
• Attending pre-source meetings.
• Strong ability to communicate with cross-functional teams to ensure quote support and accuracy.
• Ability to learn internal quoting systems and use systems to provide detailed quotes.
• Work with internal and external teams for soliciting quote responses.
• Provides improvement recommendations to Cost Estimating procedures to reduce future discrepancies between estimated and actual costs.
• Identifies process required to quote jobs for our customers.
• Serves as primary point of contact between Estimating and CBT Teams.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with key decision makers and stakeholders across functional groups.
• Address and resolve any issues or challenges that may arise in a timely and efficient manner, with ability to proactively identify potential issues before they become critical.
• Understand customer needs and requirements to provide customized solutions.
• Oversee processes, analyze data, and provide best-fit recommendations and/or data-driven recommendations.
• Ability to understand manufacturing processes and be able to look at a cost sheet to make sure all processes are accounted for, minimizing cost vs just providing a cost.
• Facilitate communication between the customer and various internal departments to resolve issues, optimize processes, and ensure due dates are being met.
• Develop reports and presentations when necessary.
• Lead, mentor, and train team members.
• Ensure the team is aligned with business objectives and meets performance goals.
• Promote a collaborative and customer-focused culture within the team.

Qualifications - Bachelor's degree in engineering or equivalent experience in Engineering or Engineering cross discipline. Minimum eight (8) years' experience in an automotive/metals/assembly environment. Basic understanding of engineering, design and tools needed. Knowledge of cost analysis, data and other software understanding. Experience working with OEM's. In-depth experience and understanding of the automation industry. Excellent problem solving and communication skills. Ability to effectively guide and direct other employees. Ability to convey technical details to a non-technical audience. Proven leadership ability and excellent interpersonal skills. Knowledge of standard quality practices. Ability to interpret financial and performance data. Vision and ability to translate progressive operating techniques into applications and results. Excellent organizational, analytical and communication skills. Proficient in Microsoft Office software. Advanced understanding/experience with Microsoft Excel, must be able to create, modify and trouble shoot formulae. Advanced knowledge/understanding of cost analysis, data and other software understanding. Experience working with OEM's a plus. Excellent organizational, analytical and communication skills. QAD & QMS at intermediate level.

Working conditions - We'll provide position-specific details including physical and focused efforts, working environment and conditions, and reasonable accommodations during the interview process.

Where you'll be - This position is located at our corporate facility in New Boston, MI, offering many community events, resources, programs, and recreational opportunities for you and your family.

Community features - Close to Downtown Ann Arbor, MI, Willow Metro Park

Why you'll enjoy working here - Competitive Wages and Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k) with Company contribution match, and 14 paid holidays, including a bridge holiday in December. Work-Life Balance: Many of our Associates have stayed with us for 25+ years! It takes a good work-life balance to make it that far. We support your personal and professional priorities as they impact your well-being. Growth Opportunities: Take your career to the next level through tuition reimbursement programs, on-the-job training, learning management systems, and advancement opportunities from within our organization. Learning and Development: We empower all our Associates – from entry-level to senior-level – with the skills and knowledge necessary to succeed in their current roles and beyond at AUTOKINITON.