Senior Cost Analyst

Position’s Contributions to Work Group- Data analytics with cost focus- Accountable for reporting out and presenting cost plans to BU leaders- Support buyers and engineering teams with cost forecast accuracy- Cost model experience a plus- VA/VE event experience internally or with suppliers a plus- Expert in CICT and Procure- Contribute/Lead supplier negotiations focused on facts/dataReason/motivation for request:- Backfill- Need acute focus on cost plan accuracy, reporting, and presentingWhy Client? “Whether it be ground-breaking products, best in class solutions or a lifelong career, you can build what matters to you at Client. With 150 locations in countries around the world, what you create at Client travels and helps people around the world. You can collaborate with the best minds in the industry, complete meaningful work and continuously grow and develop through our various opportunities. Here, you can do the work that matters.”Why this Role? - Client Electronics is one of the fastest growing business units within Client. We are a key enabler of Client’s advanced technology strategy. This role will have significant exposure to multiple organizations across Client and will provide great growth and development opportunities. Typical task breakdown: - Leading the cost plan management, working with buyers to resolve issues and keep CICT/Procure updated. Think critically on cost plan improvement ideas. Work directly with suppliers on cost improvement opportunitiesInteraction with team: - Regular interactions with other team members as well as the wider cross-functional team (Engineering, Supply Chain, etc.) Team Structure: - 20 Person TeamWork environment:- OfficeEducation & Experience Required: - Years of experience: 6-10 depending on experience type; 8 years if BS Degree; 6 years with Masters- Degree requirement: Bachelor’s Degree minimum; - Do you accept internships as job experience: Yes- Are there past or additional job titles or roles that would provide comparable background to this role: Cost analyst, cost engineer, buyer, value-chain engineerTop 3 Skills- Critical Thinking as it relates to cost/data analytics- Report generation & presentation skills- Direct supplier experienceAdditional Technical Skills (Required)-Cost Engineering-Assessment skills-Linear Regression-Print Reading(Desired) - Client ToolsSoft Skills(Required)- Verbal and written communication skills, attention to detail, negotiation skills and interpersonal skills.