What are the responsibilities and job description for the Material Estimating Cost Specialist position at General Dynamics Land Systems US?
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At General Dynamics Land Systems, we build the combat vehicles and integrated technologies that give soldiers a decisive advantage. We design, engineer and sustain advanced tracked and wheeled systems paired with modern electronic architecture, AI-enabled capabilities and autonomy-ready technology.
From Abrams to LAV, Stryker to AJAX, robotic platforms to software solutions and beyond, our portfolio delivers proven performance for customers around the world.
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- Healthcare including medical, dental, vision, HSA and Flex Spending.
- Competitive base pay, incentive pay that rewards individual and team performance, and comprehensive benefits.
- 401k Match (6%). Educational Assistance.
- 9-80 Work Schedule (This position’s standard work schedule is a 9/80.
- The 9/80 schedule allows employees who work a nine-hour day Monday through Thursday to take every other Friday off).
- On-going learning opportunities within a diverse, inclusive, and rewarding work environment.
- Onsite Cafeteria, remodeled with new equipment Fitness Center, and Outdoor fitness track.
- Primary contact from Material Estimating to SCM
- Draft and Maintain buyer directions
- Create quote matrix and track quote status
- Update SCM managers on quote status
- COPD Collection (FAR Cost Analysis Matrix and Assist Audit Coordination)
- Certification Sweeps
- Maintain several tables, reports and lists
- Present Semi-annual training with SCM
- Prepare advance funding requests
- Work with all material estimators
- Preparation for quoting events
- Provide quote matrix to estimators
- Provide FAR Cost Analysis Matrix and collect COPD as required
- Prepare quote matrix based on BOM received
- Other
- Data retrieval from Oracle ERP, Cognos or ProPricer (Estimating Software) and analyzing data via Excel.
- Update any process changes into the standard work instructions
- Bachelor degree in Finance, Accounting or Material Management. Other degrees will be considered with relevant experience.
- 5 to 7 years in a related role.
- Ability to use Oracle system & associated ERP systems.
- Strong communication (oral & written) and organization skills.
- Strong conflict resolution and problem-solving skills.
- Work in a team environment to meet team objectives and performance metrics.
- Perform under pressure to meet deadlines, provide timely updates, and communicate status with all parties involved.
- Proficient with Microsoft Software applications (Excel advanced), including ability to work with large datasets and manipulate them with excel. PowerBI and macro experience would be helpful