Director of Bids Cost Management

Req ID:518418 At Alstom, we understand transport networks and what moves people. From high-speed trains, metros, monorails, and trams, to turnkey systems, services, infrastructure, signalling and digital mobility, we offer our diverse customers the broadest portfolio in the industry. Every day, more than 80 000 colleagues lead the way to greener and smarter mobility worldwide, connecting cities as we reduce carbon and replace cars.Could you be the full-time Director of Bid Cost Management we’re looking for?Location: Naperville, Illinois (USA) or Montreal, Quebec (Canada), or other Alstom locations may be considered.Your future role We’ll look to you for:Preparing quick costing during pre-tendering phase, based on product cost database and return of experience from project executionSupporting the Bid manager in the preparation of the IFQ (Instruction For Quotation), in accordance with pricing strategyDefining the cost structure for the bid according to RFP (terms and conditions, price form etc),Defining target cost per activities and/or sub system in coordination with Bid Technical managers, matching with winning price and identified gaps versus Reference SolutionLeading cost estimation activities based on target cost approach with all relevant partiesLeading cost improvement actions to reach tender cost /target price using all competitiveness levers, and challenge the contributorsLeading a collaborative work with Finance Tender Manager to optimize Financial costs (bonds, financing, hedging, insurance, taxes, etc), and to improve overall competitiveness of the bidConsolidating tender costs commitment and selling price as per financial rules and in the consolidation tool (Mercury/Promenade/ or Ody.C)Controlling the level of robustness of the costing (consistency between scope of work, costing received and planning), and use the Costing robustness assessment gridSupporting proactively the Bid manager, Bid Technical Manager, Bid Procurement Manager and the Finance Tender Manager during the tender validation processPreparing the Costing package for TRM (Tender Review Meeting) (cost analysis/bridges, standard report, cash curve, etc), and support the Bid Manager on the preparation of the pricing sheet for the customerLeading cost estimation activities, in coordination with Bid sub-system manager, for changes discussed with the customer during negotiation phase and update the cost commitmentTransfering tender costing data (with related assumptions) to Project (TTM / Tender Transfer Meeting) + variance analysis (from TRM/ Tender Review Meeting -->TTM/ Tender Transfer Meeting)Supporting on demand the Project team on costing for variation orders Tender/Bid cost managerTo prepare, lead and manage all costing and pricing aspects of a tender within the tender team, with the support of Finance Tender Manager on all financial aspects (from Business Opportunity Review up to Tender Transfer Meeting)To support Bid manager or Bid Technical managers on target cost, cost consolidation and cost challenge per sub-systemTo support the Project team on costing aspects until CPR1 (Critical Project Review n1)Responsible for a Team of 3 Bid Cost Managers, the Director of Bid Cost Management will ensure that all pricing and costing aspects of Service NAM bids are managed effectively. The team manage a number of opportunities simultaneously.OrganizationOrganization structure: NAM/ServicesReports directly to:Head of Bids Services - NAMDirect reports:Responsible for team of 3.Network & Links InternalTender Team (Bid manager, Tender leader, Bid Technical Managers, Finance Tender Manager,Tender controlCompetitiveness managers, Ref Lib managersOther functions/ Métiers: Engineering, Finance, Industrial, Procurement, etcExternalCustomer (on demand)Partners (on demand)Suppliers (on demand)PERFORMANCE MEASUREMENTS:Provide all costing and pricing deliverables on timeAccuracy and robustness of costingFor Tender/Bid cost manager: reliability of cost commitment between TTM and CPR0, out of change of scope/planning/global environmentAll about youWe value passion and attitude over experience. That’s why we don’t expect you to have every single skill. Instead, we’ve listed some that we think will help you succeed and grow in this role:Engineering degree and/or Business School (mandatory)Certified Cost Professional (desirable)Minimum 5 years of experience in the industry (mandatory)Experience in the railway industry (desirable)Knowledgeable in costing, value analysis, product cost, and cost modelsAbility to recognize product and associated costs, and understand operational flows (engineering, manufacturing, industrial, etc)Ability to analyze and challenge contributor's commitmentsAbility to define cost impact of terms & conditionsSufficient awareness of financial rules and contractual aspects (bonds & guarantees, …)Experience in Value analysis, Product cost and Cost modelsRigor and good analytical skillsFluent in English (knowledge of French desirable)Results and data drivenCuriosity for the product and its environmentAbility to work in network (with Bid manager, Tender leader, Finance Tender Manager, other contributors…)Good communication skills (presentations, synthesis, relationship with contributors ...)Comfortable in an international and a multi-cultural environmentAbility to deliver on-timeTransparency, autonomy, anticipation, initiative, reactivityTraining to be performed: Tender costing, Alstom financial rules, Project risk & opportunity management, Mercury/Ody.C, Promenade (for Service), Design To Cost (for RSC)Things you’ll enjoy Join us on a life-long transformative journey – the rail industry is here to stay, so you can grow and develop new skills and experiences throughout your career. You’ll also:Enjoy stability, challenges, and a long-term career free from boring daily routinesWork with new security standards for rail signallingCollaborate with transverse teams and helpful colleaguesContribute to innovative projectsUtilise our flexible and inclusive working environmentSteer your career in whatever direction you choose across functions and countriesBenefit from our investment in your development, through award-winning learningProgress towards leadership roles within AlstomCompensation and BenefitsSalary Range: $115,500-$181,500 DOEMedical HSA/FSA, Dental, Vision and 401K Short term and Long Term Disability BenefitsPTOYou don’t need to be a train enthusiast to thrive with us. We guarantee that when you step onto one of our trains with your friends or family, you’ll be proud. If you’re up for the challenge, we’d love to hear from you!Important to noteAs a global business, we’re an equal-opportunity employer that celebrates diversity across the 63 countries we operate in. We’re committed to creating an inclusive workplace for everyone.