Cost Specialist

About DENSO

DENSO is one of the largest global automotive suppliers of advanced technology, systems and components in the areas of thermal, powertrain control, electronics and information and safety. From automated driving to hybrid and electric vehicle components, we’re crafting the core technologies of modern mobility. We draw on the strengths of individual inventors who are joining together to become an unstoppable force for global good. With our North American headquarters located in Michigan, DENSO employs more than 24,000 people at 28 consolidated subsidiaries and 4 affiliates across the North American region. Worldwide, the company has more than 200 subsidiaries and affiliates in 38 countries and regions and employs more than 170,000 people. Consolidated global sales for the fiscal year ending March 31, 2018, totaled US$48.1 billion.

Job Summary:

** Position is located in Statesville, NC location **

Perform cost data analysis, create quotations, and lead profit improvement activities. Work closely with internal and external customers to improve profitability of each product type; support company to achieve short & long term target profit. Require both strong visual and oral presentation skills.

Roles & Responsibilities:

• Support business development team with costing of new business opportunities
• Make product and tooling quotations by closely working with Sales, Engineering, Production Engineering, Production, Production Control and Purchasing teams
• Perform in-depth cost analysis and lead cross-functional cost improvement activities in order to achieve target profitability for each product type
• Work with Sales team to develop short- and long term sales plans; support internal customers to develop and execute kaizen action plans
• Work with Production Engineering team in developing investment plan by evaluating future business demand, production capacity and utilization
• Assist purchasing team in make-or-buy analysis
• Gather and compile data for management team to develop and execute long-term business plans when requested
• Require work with confidential data/information
• Must be able to work extended hours when required

Ability to effectively communicate with multi-cultural team members
• Ability to negotiate to resolve fundamental situations/issues while maintaining positive and fruitful relationships
• Ability to resolve problems, work in a group or independently, exercise good judgements in handling assigned responsibilities
• Ability to lead meetings efficiently and effectively
• Understand and complies with company policies and procedures
• Understand and participate in ISO/TS16949, ISO14001, Safety activities and QC Circle, etc.

Minimum Qualifications for the Job:

• Require a 4 year degree in Business or a related discipline; prefers 1-3 years' experience in business planning or procurement (preferably in a manufacturing environment).

Key Competencies:

• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines
• Ability to work in an open office environment and perform duties with minimal supervision
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft suite, especially in Excel and PowerPoint
• Ability to manage and logically organize large amounts of information and data
• Perform and expect others to conduct on-site verification
• Eagerness to learn and improve processes