Quoting Specialist

Job Description

About GDLS

We Serve Those Who Protect What Matters.

At General Dynamics Land Systems, we build the combat vehicles and integrated technologies that give soldiers a decisive advantage. We design, engineer and sustain advanced tracked and wheeled systems paired with modern electronic architecture, AI-enabled capabilities and autonomy-ready technology. From Abrams to LAV, Stryker to AJAX, robotic platforms to software solutions and beyond, our portfolio delivers proven performance for customers around the world. That's why Soldiers and Marines have trusted General Dynamics Land Systems products in the toughest conditions for decades. We deliver the power to win. Every day, our global team looks beyond the horizon, solving problems before they become challenges. Bring your talent. Bring your purpose. Let's shape the future of General Dynamics Land Systems together.

Role Summary

Responsible for partnering with the Procurement and Material Estimating teams to ensure all programs have accurate, current, and complete range pricing for materials and services. The Quoting Specialist proactively develops, maintains, and analyzes material cost data to support estimating for future proposal activities, enabling timely, competitive, and compliant bids in support of GD Land Systems programs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree Supply Chain Management or Business related degree
• 3-5 years of relevant professional experience (procurement or supply chain preferred, if applicable)
• Proficiency with Oracle and related business/computer systems
• Strong negotiation skills
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Solid understanding of procurement processes
• Demonstrated ability to effectively multi-task and manage workload/buying deck
• Proven ability to work collaboratively in a team environment to meet objectives and performance metrics
• High standard of business ethics and professional conduct
• High capability to operate autonomously and problem solve complex matters

Responsibilities

• Work closely with the Procurement team and Program stakeholders to ensure all programs have valid, up-to-date range pricing for materials and services
• Develop, maintain, and manage database and range pricing libraries to support proposal and estimating activities
• Pull drawings and specifications to support RFQ/RFP solicitations
• Prepare and issue Requests for Quotes (RFQs) to suppliers specifically in support of proposal and estimating activities
• Analyze supplier quotes to establish competitive and compliant range pricing for current and future program needs
• Coordinate with Estimating, Engineering, and Program Management to translate technical requirements and bills of material into accurate quoting packages
• Prepare and issue Requests for Quotes (RFQs) to suppliers specifically in support of proposal and estimating activities
• Validate and reconcile quote data with procurement records and historical purchase information to ensure consistency and accuracy
• Monitor expiration dates and validity periods of quotes and range pricing, proactively refreshing data to avoid gaps in coverage
• Collaborate with Procurement to ensure quoted pricing aligns with sourcing strategies, long-term agreements, and supplier roadmaps
• Identify cost reduction and value improvement opportunities through quote analysis and supplier feedback
• Ensure all quoting and pricing activities comply with GDLS procedures and applicable regulations and customer requirements
• Collaborate as an active team member and assist/mentor colleagues as needed
• Perform other duties as assigned

What We Offer

• We offer a Total Rewards package that is Impactful and built for you
• Healthcare including medical, dental, vision, HSA and Flex Spending
• Competitive base pay and incentive pay that rewards individual and team performance, and comprehensive benefits
• 401k match up to (6%)
• Educational assistance
• 9-80 work schedule (This position's standard work schedule is a 9/80. The 9/80 schedule allows employees who work a nine-hour day Monday through Thursday to take every other Friday off)
• On-going learning opportunities rewarding work environment
• (Sterling Heights Facility) Modern office, onsite cafeteria including Coffee Cafe, remodeled fitness center, and outdoor fitness track

Additional Information

• Availability to work outside regular business hours as needed, to address critical issues.
• This position may require eligibility to obtain a US security clearance. (Non-US Citizens may not be eligible to obtain a security clearance).

GDLS considers factors such as, scope/responsibilities of the position, candidate experience, education/training background, in addition to local market comparable and business considerations when extending an offer.


Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, General Dynamics is a global aerospace and defense company offering a broad portfolio of products and services in business aviation; ship construction and repair; land combat vehicles, weapons systems and munitions; and technology products and services. General Dynamics employs more than 100,000 people across 65 countries worldwide and in all 50 U.S. states, more information is available at General Dynamics Land Systems, is a business unit of General Dynamics, and is an innovative leader of ground combat systems' equipment and software for our clients. Our performance-driven team partners with the U.S. Army, U.S. Marine Corp and other militaries across the Globe to ensure that next generation ground combat vehicles are ready to protect our fighting men and women in uniform. General Dynamics Lands Systems provides a competitive compensation package, site specific flexible work schedules, 401(k) with Company Match; Bonus Eligibility, Employee Development Opportunities, Tuition Reimbursement, On-site Amenities, and comprehensive Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance.


As an Equal Opportunity Employer, General Dynamics Land Systems ("GDLS") provides all persons with equal opportunity and access to all aspects of employment process, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, marital status, age, disability, status as a protected veteran, or membership in any group protected by federal, state, or local anti-discrimination laws. GDLS also is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans.. If, due to a disability, you need an accommodation to search or apply for an opportunity with GDLS, please call View phone number on click.appcast.io or send an e-mail to [email protected] for assistance and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.