This position is responsible for:

Working with Purchasing, Manufacturing, Logistics, Engineering, Quality, Labor Relations, and Finance to prepare comprehensive Make versus Buy studies for decision making by the executive committee. Coordinating and leading Executive Make/Buy Committee meetings. Supporting cross functional teams in assessing localization or insourcing of value-add projects. Developing future cost studies to support contract milestone and product allocation decisions. Performing sensitivity analysis as requested to help decision makers frame the alternatives under changing business scenarios. Ensuring all studies comply with FCA internal control policies. Maintaining database of studies and executive meeting minutes as proof of authorization. Assisting non-manufacturing groups with business case analysis as needed.

What You'll Learn:

Make vs. Buy analysis with significant exposure to all facets of the manufacturing  Complex business case analysis using discounted cash flow tools

What This Role Will Prepare You For:

Leading technical meetings and presenting to all levels of management. Strengthening team building and consensus building experience. Controllership of product cost and overall cost accounting.

Basic Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Industrial Engineering, or related 8+ years of experience in product, manufacturing finance and/or equivalent Expertise in Excel and PowerPoint

Preferred Qualifications:

MBA or MS with Finance/Accounting designation Comprehensive understanding of Cash Based Costs, Discounted Cash Flow principles, and Net Present Value (NPV) Firm grasp of differential/incremental cost concepts Innate ability to identify and quantify qualitative factors Demonstrated experience in cost modeling and/or financial modeling Working knowledge of plant utilization and manufacturing cost drivers Automotive or manufacturing experience at the OEM or Tier One level Familiarity with tier 1 and 2 supplier costing and quote processes Comfortable with presenting to all levels of management, and leading meetings with a diverse group of personnel Strong team building and consensus building skills