Supply Chain Manager - Should Costing

Westinghouse Electric Company - Cranberry Township, PA

Full-time - Mid Level

Cranberry Township, PA

5,001-10,000 employees

Computer and Electronic Product Manufacturing

About the position

The Global Supply Chain Manager - Should Cost at Westinghouse Electric Co is a pivotal role responsible for developing and managing a Should Cost team dedicated to creating and implementing a comprehensive costing program for large, complex structures and equipment, specifically the AP1000, AP300, and eVinci models. This position requires a strategic approach to cost management, where the individual will collaborate closely with the Senior Manager of Category Management for these projects. The role involves leveraging internal engineering and manufacturing expertise, as well as engaging third-party contributors, to establish a robust Should Costing program. The outputs from this program will serve as critical data points for negotiations with suppliers, aimed at reducing costs associated with materials, labor, and fabrication processes. In addition to cost management, the Supply Chain Manager will be responsible for recruiting, training, and leading a team that will ensure the effective maintenance of the Should Costing program. This program is essential for achieving the most efficient Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) for large-scale project equipment and structures. The manager will also support category strategies by providing essential costing data that will influence negotiations leading to business awards tied to Long Term Agreements (LTA). Furthermore, the role requires ongoing research and analysis of industry trends, best practices, and competitive offerings to identify opportunities for innovation and productivity improvements. The successful candidate will need to foster productive relationships with cross-functional teams, including Engineering, Operations, Quality, and Procurement, and will be tasked with identifying and managing third-party suppliers to enhance the Should Costing Program. This position is integral to the organization’s goal of delivering annual business results that align with cost targets and project objectives.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage a Should Cost team to create and implement a costing program for large, complex structures and equipment.
• Collaborate with the Senior Manager of Category Management for AP1000, eVinci, and AP300 projects.
• Utilize internal engineering and manufacturing resources and third-party contributors to develop the Should Costing program.
• Provide data points for key negotiations with suppliers to drive down costs for materials, labor, and fabrication.
• Recruit, build, train, and manage a team to maintain the Should Costing program.
• Support equipment and structure category strategies with costing data for negotiations leading to Long Term Agreements (LTA).
• Execute a Should Costing program to assist in delivering annual business results and meeting cost targets.
• Research and track industry trends, best practices, and competitive offerings to identify opportunities for innovation and productivity.
• Develop relationships with cross-functional groups: Engineering, Operations, Quality, and Procurement.
• Identify and manage third-party suppliers as needed for the Should Costing Program.

Requirements

• BA/BS degree required (preferably MBA or MS in any field of engineering).
• Minimum 7 years of procurement or procurement engineering experience, preferably in large, complex engineering, procurement, and construction projects.
• Experience with AP1000 large structural modules is a plus.
• Past Should Costing experience is a plus.
• Strong skills in Benchmarking, Market Analysis, Competitive Intelligence, and Procurement Project Management.
• Demonstrated ability to gather, analyze, and draw conclusions from quantitative data.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate and engage at all organizational levels.
• Ability to cultivate effective teams to drive operational excellence.
• Creative problem-solving skills along with time-management, prioritizing, planning, and self-direction skills.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Project.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in the nuclear energy sector.
• Familiarity with cost management software and tools.

Benefits

• Competitive Salary
• Comprehensive Health, Wellness and Income Protection Benefits
• 401(k) Savings Plan with Company Match
• Paid Vacations and Holidays
• Opportunities for Flexible Work Arrangements
• Educational Reimbursement Program
• Employee Referral Program