Cost Engineer- Sales Support jobs in United States
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Expert Connections ยท 2 months ago

Cost Engineer- Sales Support

Expert Connections is a global Tier 1 automotive supplier specializing in precision injection molding and the assembly of high-quality plastic components for leading OEMs. They are seeking a Cost Engineer- Sales Support to assist in calculating detailed cost breakdowns and supporting RFQ processes for new automotive projects.

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Responsibilities

Prepare and break down customer inquiries for review by relevant internal departments
Evaluate technical and commercial requirements of RFQs to define pricing assumptions
Calculate costs for plastic injection-molded components and assemblies
Define and calculate process and assembly steps, including selection of suitable machinery
Determine key process parameters (e.g., cycle time, labor, scrap rates)
Support the sales and project teams during customer negotiations and offer preparation
Create profitability analyses and cost breakdowns
Surface finishing/painting calculation experience is a plus
Perform additional tasks as needed

Qualification

Cost calculation supportAdvanced ExcelPlastics manufacturingTechnical feasibility assessmentAssembly processes knowledgeInjection molding processMS Office proficiencyAutomotive industry experienceGerman language skillsNegotiation skills

Required

5+ years in cost calculation support/RFQs, incl. BOM handling & advanced Excel
Relevant experience in cost calculation, ideally in plastics manufacturing
Strong knowledge of assessing technical feasibility
Familiarity with assembly processes for plastic components and knowledge of the injection molding process
Strong negotiation skills and ability to work independently
Proficiency in MS Office applications
2-3 years automotive industry experience

Preferred

Technical education preferred; business training is a plus
Surface finishing/painting calculation experience is a plus
German language skills a plus

Company

Expert Connections

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Expert Connections provides executive and professional recruiting solutions to global, industry-specific clients located in the U.S.

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