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Lifecycle Cost Efficiency Analyst
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A Materials Analyst evaluates material needs and material costs for production and logistics processes of a company. May work closely with Inventory Analyst to analyze the inventory ordering process. Uses statistical models to predict material requirements and costs.
$79,714 / year median in Michigan
+8% projected growth
Job Description
In this position... Join a team that shapes the financial DNA of every vehicle we build. As a Lifecycle Cost Efficiency Analyst, you'll play a pivotal role in achieving and sustaining world-class material cost performance across the full lifecycle of a vehicle nameplate. Partnering closely with the Vehicle Program Director, Chief Program Engineer, Finance, Engineering, and Supply Chain teams, you'll help ensure every dollar spent on our vehicles delivers maximum value to our customers and the company. The ideal candidate brings hands-on experience in automotive product development, thrives in cross-functional team environments, and is comfortable navigating large, complex data sets to uncover actionable insights. A working knowledge of Ford's Global Product Development System (GPDS) and Program Timing Deliverables is a strong plus, as is a natural drive to champion cost efficiency at every opportunity.