Forecast Analyst
- Cost Forecasting & Analysis:
- Develop and maintain accurate cost forecasting models to support strategic pricing and quoting activities.
- Analyze cost drivers including materials, labor, and overhead across multiple plants.
- Monitor and report on trends in component, tooling, and program costs.
- Support program-level profitability analysis and pricing decisions.
- Assist in developing cost inputs for RFQs and pricing proposals.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration:
- Partner with Sales, Engineering, and Manufacturing, to align cost data with operational realities.
- Evaluate plant and engineering capacity to support program timelines and feasibility.
- Participate in Value Analysis/Value Engineering (VA/VE) initiatives to drive cost reductions.
- Cost Control & Documentation:
- Track and audit tooling costs and expenditure; support documentation for customer cost recovery.
- Monitor engineering changes and assess cost impact throughout the program cycle.
- Lead gate control efforts to ensure cost alignment from sourcing through SOP (Start of Production).
- Management & Reporting:
- Maintain key databases such as CIF (Cost, Insurance, Freight), ensuring data accuracy.
- Generate regular cost summary reports and forecasts using Excel, PowerPoint, and other tools.
- Communicate findings clearly across multiple levels of the organization.
- Bachelor’s degree in manufacturing, Business, Engineering, Supply Chain or related field.
- 3+ years of experience in cost forecasting, financial planning, or sales/cost analysis in a manufacturing environment.
- Proficient in Microsoft Excel (including pivot tables and data modeling), PowerPoint, and Word.
- Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities effectively.
- Experience in cross-functional, multicultural team environments.
- Experience with ERP systems and cost estimation tools.
- Knowledge of automotive industry RFQ processes and program cost structures.
- Familiarity with Lean manufacturing or Six Sigma methodologies.
- Detail-oriented with a high degree of accuracy and accountability.
- Strategic thinker with strong execution and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent interpersonal skills; able to collaborate and communicate effectively across departments.
- Hybrid or on-site role based in Farmington Hills, MI.
- Occasional travel to manufacturing plants or customer sites may be required.
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