Cost Analyst at Holt Cat

Job Summary: This position is responsible for accurately calculating and quoting the total costs associated with parts and service repairs and maintenance. This includes identifying and understanding contract requirements determining key variables and providing recommendations based on technical knowledge with internal and external customers.Additionally this position is also responsible for ensuring all charges are accurately reflected against contracts. This requires collaboration throughout multiple departments throughout the organization across various phases and scopes of contract(s).What can HOLT Cat offer youA competitive salary commensurate with your experience and competencies.A comprehensive and robust benefits program that includes complete health care 401(k) matching & Profit-Sharing plan (ROTH and traditional) paid holidays and a front-loaded PTO program.A Tuition Reimbursement program to support the pursuit of accredited college courses.An employee development program with professional development staff that allows you to grow your skills and build your competencies to prepare you for future opportunities at HOLT.Essential Functions:Model promote reinforce and reward the consistent use of HOLTs Values-Based Leadership (VBL) tools models and processes to ensure alignment with our Vision Values and MissionMonitors evaluates and reports the ongoing status of contracts operationally and financiallyIdentifies problems analyzes risk and improves processes to ensure cost-related standards and/or quality are metGathers and analyzes technical information and specifications to determine requirements for the contractPartners with Product Support Sales and Operations to provide accurate quotes and executable work ordersImplements and maintains relevant software used to support accurate data analysis and continuously improve the quoting processMaintains key relationships throughout the organization to ensure open lines of communication and collaboration between internal departmentsWorks safely at all times and adheres to all applicable safety policies; complies with all company policies procedures and standardsPerforms other duties as assignedKnowledge Skills and Abilities:Strong technical aptitude ability to quickly learn new concepts and toolsStrategic thinker with very strong quantitative and qualitative analytical abilities and creative problem-solving skillsDesire and ability to innovate and improve upon current processesComfortable working in a deadline-driven environment composure when under pressureSelf-starter with the ability to work independently and within a team in a fast-paced environmentComputer and related software knowledge and/or experience and the ability to learn/use new computer programsKnowledge of basic office practices procedures and processesUnderstand how to use data visualization toolsExcellent verbal written and communication skillsExcellent interpersonal skills to establish working relationships with multiple departments and various levels of the organizationTime management and time-critical prioritization skillsAbility to work on multiple projects and deal effectively with employees team members and managementSelf-starter with and ability to work independentlyAbility to operate office machines and computersUnderstands written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documentsAbility to effectively present information and respond to questions from a group of managers coworkers customers (internal and external) or the general publicEducation and Experience:2 years of experience working as a Quoter Estimator; proven experience as an estimator or in a similar position requiredHigh School diploma or equivalent required Bachelors degree in related field preferredSupervisory Responsibilities:NoneTravel:Up to 10% is to be expectedPhysical Requirements:This position involves extended periods in a stationary position; additionally occasional movement inside the office to access office machinery file cabinets etc.This role frequently communicates with others and must be able to exchange accurate information in these situationsThis role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers phones photocopiers filing cabinets and fax machinesOccasionally moves or transports items weighing up to 25 lbs.Work Environment:This job is generally performed in a professional office environment and in a shop environmentFrequently works at a fast pace with unscheduled interruptionsDisclaimer:Please note that the above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not to be interpreted as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities duties and skills required of the incumbents so classified. All incumbents may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities as needed.#LI-HCTRequired Experience:IC Key Skills Abinitio,Heavy Machinery,Airport Security,Contract Attorney,Environmental Science,Heavy Equipment Employment Type : Full-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1