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Project Cost Performance Specialist

Stellantis
USA
Full-time
Mid · 5+ years experience
Onsite
Discovered 1 weeks ago
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Key Responsibilities:

  • Total Production Cost (TPC) Management & Forecasting
  • Lead the consolidation and management of Total Production Cost forecasts from project initiation through Start of Production (SOP) and mass production.
  • Ensure cost forecasts remain accurate and aligned with project scope, design evolution, and business objectives.
  • Perform cost assessments during early development phases using preliminary product and program inputs.
  • Analyze and benchmark TPC performance against established vehicle targets and comparable programs.
  • Serve as the primary cost performance contact for project teams, providing guidance, insights, and challenge where necessary.
  • Monitor production cost performance throughout the product lifecycle and develop forward-looking cost projections using key business drivers, including commodity trends, foreign exchange forecasts, and operational efficiency initiatives.
  • Design-to-Cost Leadership
  • Drive Design-to-Cost activities from advanced development through tooling release and program execution.
  • Facilitate recurring cross-functional reviews that support informed decision-making and cost convergence.
  • Ensure Design-to-Cost methodologies and best practices are fully integrated within project development processes.
  • Identify and promote cost reduction opportunities by leveraging product, industry, and market knowledge.
  • Collaborate with engineering and program stakeholders to balance cost, quality, performance, and customer expectations.
  • Leverage AI-enabled tools to manage and consolidate cost data, detect cost drivers and anomalies, and identify, quantify and prioritize cost-reduction opportunities.
  • Cost Target Development & Competitive Benchmarking
  • Support the establishment of competitive production cost targets based on industry benchmarking and market analysis.
  • Partner with Cost Engineering teams to develop robust Should-Cost models and cost-saving strategies.
  • Provide data-driven insights and recommendations that support target-setting activities and business case development.
  • Track progress toward cost objectives and engage stakeholders to proactively address gaps and drive corrective actions.
  • Challenge and support project teams in achieving alignment between production costs and financial targets.
  • Financial Governance & Process Excellence
  • Ensure compliance with established financial, accounting, and cost management standards.
  • Support profitability assessments and business case evaluations in partnership with finance and commercial teams.
  • Develop, standardize, and continuously improve cost forecasting methodologies, processes, and reporting tools.
  • Provide clear and actionable cost performance reporting to leadership and key stakeholders.

Basic Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Finance, Business Administration or a related field
  • A minimum of 5 years of Forecasting/budgeting experience
  • Strong experience in cost analysis, product costing, manufacturing finance, program controls, or related disciplines.
  • Understanding of vehicle systems, powertrain technologies, manufacturing processes, and product development lifecycle.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret complex financial and technical data.
  • Proven ability to influence cross-functional teams and drive performance through collaboration.
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
  • Experience with forecasting, budgeting, business case development, and cost optimization initiatives.
  • Advanced proficiency in Excel and cost management/reporting tools preferred.
  • Our Benefits — Designed with You in Mind
  • Comprehensive Health & Well-being Coverage From your very first day, you'll have access to medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage — ensuring you and your family stay healthy and protected.
  • Generous Paid Time Off We believe in work-life balance. That's why we offer: 17+ paid holidays, including shut-down from December 24th through New Years Day every year. Vacation, float & wellbeing days, sick time and fully paid parental leave when your family needs you most.
  • Competitive Retirement Savings Plans We help you plan for the future with:
  • An employer match on contributions to your 401k, Roth, and Catch-Up plans
  • An employer contribution, even if you don't contribute
  • Income Protection & Insurance Options Benefit from included and optional disability, life, and other insurance programs — because your peace of mind matters.
  • Company Vehicle Lease Program Eligible employees and their immediate families can enjoy company vehicle lease options with included insurance, maintenance, and unlimited mileage. Plus, take advantage of exclusive discounts on Stellantis products.
  • Family Building Benefit We proudly support all paths to parenthood- including fertility and infertility treatments, adoption services, and gestational surrogacy.
  • Support for Your Growth and Giving Back We believe in investing in your future and your passions:
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Student loan refinancing programs
  • 18 paid volunteer hours each year to make a difference in your community
  • And so much more! When you join us, you're not just building a career — you're joining a company that supports you, inside and outside of work.
  • Comprehensive Health & Well-being Coverage
  • From your very first day, you'll have access to medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage — ensuring you and your family stay healthy and protected.
  • Generous Paid Time Off
  • We believe in work-life balance. That's why we offer: 17+ paid holidays, including shut-down from December 24th through New Years Day every year. Vacation, float & wellbeing days, sick time and fully paid parental leave when your family needs you most.
  • Competitive Retirement Savings Plans
  • Income Protection & Insurance Options
  • Company Vehicle Lease Program
  • Eligible employees and their immediate families can enjoy company vehicle lease options with included insurance, maintenance, and unlimited mileage. Plus, take advantage of exclusive discounts on Stellantis products.
  • Family Building Benefit
  • We proudly support all paths to parenthood- including fertility and infertility treatments, adoption services, and gestational surrogacy.
  • Support for Your Growth and Giving Back
  • And so much more!
  • When you join us, you're not just building a career — you're joining a company that supports you, inside and outside of work.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Advanced proficiency in Excel and cost management/reporting tools preferred.
  • Benefit from included and optional disability, life, and other insurance programs — because your peace of mind matters.

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