CSP is the industry leader in the formulation and molding of lightweight, advanced composite components for the transportation industries. As an innovative, full-service Tier One supplier, we offer an entrepreneurial environment where you're only limited by your own imagination. In addition to our team-focused environment, we provide industry-leading benefits, called BENEfits4U. Our comprehensive offering includes : affordable medical, dental, and vision care; flexible spending accounts; life insurance; 401k with company match and much, much more.
Job Description
New Business Quoting and Pricing Strategy :
- Own the financial modeling for all new business quotations (RFQs). Develop and maintain the master quotation models, ensuring all cost inputs (Bill of Materials, capital, labor, overhead) are accurate and validated.
- Drive strategic pricing analysis. Partner with Sales and Engineering to develop competitive pricing strategies that maximize our probability of winning while meeting or exceeding target returns (Margin, IRR, NPV).
- Serve as the financial gatekeeper in the quoting process. Provide a clear " go / no-go " recommendation on new business pursuits based on financial returns and strategic alignment.
Customer & Product Line Profitability Management :
Lead deep-dive profitability analysis by customer, product line, and platform. Identify the key drivers of performance and expose areas of margin erosion or underperformance.Champion cost reduction and margin improvement initiatives. Partner with Program Management, Operations, and Procurement to identify and track actions to close gaps between quoted and actual profitability.Support commercial negotiations with customers regarding pricing adjustments, engineering changes, and volume fluctuations by providing clear, data-driven financial analysis.Strategic Commercial Partnership :
Serve as the primary finance business partner to the Sales and Program Management leadership, translating complex financial data into actionable commercial insights.Support the development of the annual budget and long-range plan by building the bottoms-up revenue and gross margin forecast for your assigned accounts and platforms.Manage the financial tracking of key commercial spending, such as sales commissions and program-specific R&D, ensuring alignment with budget.Required Experience & Skills :
5-7+ years of progressive experience in a commercial finance, program finance, plant controlling, or a highly analytical FP&A role within a complex manufacturing environment. Automotive industry experience is highly preferred.Deep expertise in cost accounting (Bills of Material, labor routings, overhead allocation) and activity-based costing is essential.Proven experience with financial modeling for new business quotations and business case development (NPV, IRR, payback analysis).Demonstrated ability to partner with and influence non-finance stakeholders, particularly in Sales, Engineering, and Operations.Strong analytical skills with the ability to distill complex financial and operational data into a clear, compelling story.Qualifications & Education :
We are seeking a commercially-minded finance professional with exceptional analytical skills and the ability to influence key business decisions.Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field is required.MBA or CPA is a plus.Key Competencies :
Commercial Mindset : You are naturally curious about how the business makes money and are passionate about driving profitability.Data-Driven Challenger : You are comfortable using data to constructively challenge assumptions and hold others accountable, even when it's uncomfortable.Influencer & Partner : You build strong, trust-based relationships and can effectively influence decisions without having direct authority.High Integrity : You are a trusted advisor who provides objective, unbiased financial guidance.Bias for Action : You thrive in a fast-paced, results-oriented environment and have a strong sense of ownership.Physical Requirements :
May occasionally lift or carry light items (up to 25 pounds).Job requires sitting, standing, and walking, mostly at the incumbent's discretion.Normal visual acuity required for computer work.If you enjoy innovation, and an opportunity to learn and contribute to a growing organization, CSP is the place for you!
