Areté · 16 hours ago
Staff Quoting Analyst
Niwot, CO, US
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$90K/yr - $103K/yr
2+ years expAreté is a company dedicated to solving complex security challenges through innovative solutions and a collaborative team environment. The Quoting Analyst is responsible for managing supplier quotations to support procurement activities and ensure accurate pricing data for purchasing decisions and production planning.
Defense & Space
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Request, receive, analyze, and validate supplier quotations for materials, components, and services based on MRP demand
Maintain and update pricing, lead times, MOQ, and supplier data. Support buyers and planners by providing accurate cost and availability information to meet production schedules
Analyze quotes for cost drivers, trends, and variances; flag risks related to pricing, lead time, or supply constraints
Coordinate with suppliers to clarify specifications, pricing assumptions, and delivery terms
Collaborate with Engineering and Quality on RFQs involving new parts, revisions, or alternate materials
Assist Procurement with cost reduction initiatives, supplier negotiations, and sourcing projects
Ensure compliance with procurement policies, contracts, and audit requirements
Generate reports and metrics related to quoting activity, cost accuracy, and supplier performance
Support continuous improvement of quoting and MRP-related processes
Qualification
Required
High School Diploma
2–5 years of experience in procurement, quoting, supply chain, or materials planning
Experience working with suppliers and RFQ processes
Strong analytical and Excel skills (pricing analysis, cost comparison, data validation)
High attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities
Effective communication skills across internal teams and external suppliers
U.S. citizenship is required to meet position eligibility
Successful passage of a criminal background screen is required to meet position eligibility
Selected applicants will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information
Successful passage of a Department of Transportation (DOT) drug test is required to meet position eligibility
Preferred
Bachelor's degree in supply chain, Business, Finance, Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
Strong working knowledge of MRP/ERP systems (Cost Point)
Experience in manufacturing or industrial environments
Familiarity with cost breakdowns, BOMs, and sourcing strategies
Understanding of lead times, and supply chain risk factors
Benefits
Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
Life and Long-Term Disability (LTD)
Vision Reimbursement
Fitness Reimbursement
Company-funded 5% contribution to your 401(k) retirement plan
Company-funded 5% contribution to your Employee Stock Ownership Plan
Continuing Education Assistance
Flexible Scheduling
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Paid Parental and Bereavement Leave
Company
Areté
Areté, an employee-owned company, is an advanced science and engineering company that provides innovative solutions to the most challenging technical problems faced by the United States Defense and Intelligence agencies.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Dave Kier
CEO
David Campion
Chief Executive Officer
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