Cost Analyst

Cost Analyst at Embraer

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Embraer

Cost Analyst

• Melbourne, FL
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• Cost Engineering
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• Cost Analyst
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JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

Summary

We are seeking a qualified professional with solid experience in Cost Analysis and/or Indirect Procurement. This role requires strong project leadership capabilities and the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams across the organization.

Main Responsibilities

The selected candidate will independently handle the following tasks, with responsibility for leading at least one of them.

• Support bidding process for indirect procurement and MRO based on should cost estimates, cost breakdown and spend analysis across multiple locations.
• Review price adjustments based on cost structures and economic indices.
• Develop and standardize procedures and processes within the cost analysis area.
• Create theoretical process flows to support cost analysis and decision-making.
• Identify cost reduction opportunities for services (indirect procurement).
• Apply a Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) approach, considering parts/services, logistics, warranty, after-sales, and guarantees.
• Collaborate closely with Purchasing, Engineering, Production, Finance, Logistics, and other business units to ensure a comprehensive product and service cost view.
• Facilitate and support cost reduction workshops with internal and external stakeholders.
• Analyse competitiveness in the market.
• Build and maintain a technical cost database for reference and benchmarking.
• Conduct teardowns of parts for cost and process evaluation.
• Perform Make or Buy analyses and economic and financial feasibility studies.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Education

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, administration, economics, accounting, or related field.
• Master's in finance, project, business management or PMP certification is preferred.

Experience

• Minimum of 4 to 7 years' solid experience in cost analysis, indirect procurement, or related functions.

Technical Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Proficiency in Activity-Based Costing (ABC) methodology.
• Strong understanding of indirect procurement.
• Ability to develop comprehensive costing models using diverse data inputs.
• Capable of comparing multiple solutions to identify the best cost-benefit outcomes.
• Skilled in generating guidelines and cost estimates based on assumptions and available data.
• Ability to deliver clear, structured presentations tailored to various organizational levels.
• Sound knowledge of strategic sourcing for services.
• Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing principles and tools such as Kaizen, FMEA, VSM, PDCA, 5S, RCCA, Six Sigma, and structured problem-solving methodologies.

Personal and behavioral requirements

• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams and maintain productive stakeholder relationships.
• Demonstrates a commitment to company values, policies, and processes.
• Proactive in applying Lean and continuous improvement concepts to daily work activities.
• Maintains confidentiality of sensitive information and documents.
• Displays flexibility and reliability in meeting work schedule requirements and business needs.
• Open to performing additional responsibilities and duties as assigned.

IT Skills

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to apply AI‑driven insights to sourcing strategies, cost modeling, supplier risk management, and negotiation preparation.
• Experience with SAP and/or Quantum Systems preferred

Others

• Ability and readiness to work flexible hours as needed.

Embraer is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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