Materials Quote Analyst

Description

Spartronics- Materials Quote Analyst (Corporate)

Brooksville, FL | New Business Quoting-Supply Chain| Electronics Manufacturing | Aerospace & Defense Focus

Come help us win new business! Surround yourself with industry leaders and join the ranks in the USA’s rapidly growing Defense and Aerospace field. Your valued expertise and knowledge will be essential to our success! When you become a part of Spartronics, you're joining a team of dedicated and talented, individuals who share a common goal - to win as one. We value talent, innovation, and a hunger for growth. Here, you'll have the opportunity to work with industry leaders in Aerospace & Defense, Medical & Life Science, and Industrial markets where our customers put full trust in us to deliver the most complex, highly regulated products that have to work the first time, every time.

The Materials Quote Analyst supports customer quoting and manufacturing planning activities through material cost analysis, bill of material (BOM) review, component sourcing support, and supply chain data analysis within an electronics manufacturing environment. This role assists with evaluating material requirements, supplier pricing, lead times, and component availability to support accurate and competitive manufacturing quotes for printed circuit card assembly and related products. The Materials Quote Specialist works closely with supply chain, quoting, engineering, configuration management, and operations teams to support timely and accurate material estimating activities while developing foundational knowledge of electronics components, sourcing practices, and manufacturing supply chain processes.

Responsibilities:

• Support material estimating activities related to customer RFQs, manufacturing quotes, and operational planning initiatives.
• Review bills of material (BOMs), approved vendor lists (AVLs), engineering drawings, statements of work, testing requirements, and customer documentation packages to identify material requirements and sourcing needs.
• Assist with gathering supplier pricing, lead time information, and component availability data from approved vendors and sourcing systems.
• Support analysis of electronic components, hardware, consumables, and manufacturing materials related to PCB assembly and electromechanical manufacturing.
• Support supplier quotation activities including requests for pricing, lead times, minimum order quantities, and sourcing information from approved suppliers.
• Maintain material costing spreadsheets, quote support documentation, and sourcing analysis records.
• Coordinate with supply chain, configuration engineering, manufacturing cost engineering, and operations teams to support quote accuracy and material planning activities.
• Assist with identification of alternate components, sourcing risks, and material availability concerns impacting quoting activities.
• Support maintenance of supplier pricing databases, commodity information, material estimating tools, and sourcing information systems.
• Monitor supplier responses and assist with follow-up activities related to pricing requests and sourcing inquiries.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives related to material estimating accuracy, sourcing processes, and quote support workflows.
• Assist with analysis of material cost variances, quote-to-actual comparisons, and supply chain trends as assigned.
• Assist with preparation of material cost summaries, sourcing reports, and quote support documentation for internal stakeholders
• Perform additional duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Requirements

Citizenship Requirement- ITAR Regulations require all candidates be a US Citizen, US Permanent Resident, Political Asylee, or Refugee. We can not sponsor Visas.

Required Qualifications

• Education- High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Basic understanding of bills of material (BOMs), manufacturing documentation, and supply chain processes.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and mathematical skills.
• Ability to interpret BOMs, component descriptions, manufacturer information, and sourcing documentation.
• Strong attention to detail and data accuracy.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments and quoting deadlines within a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications including Excel.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams including supply chain, engineering, quoting, and operations personnel.
• Ability to learn electronics component terminology, sourcing practices, and material estimating methodologies.
• Basic computer literacy and ability to follow written instructions.
• Ability to read, write, and comprehend English to interpret work instructions, documentation, and safety requirements.
• Ability to travel domestically 5-10% annually to visit with internal customers (ie: Sales or Program Management) required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Education- Bachelor's degree or Associate's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Manufacturing, Engineering, or related field preferred.
• 1 year of supply chain, purchasing, estimating, manufacturing support, or related analytical experience preferred. Internship experience will be considered.
• Experience supporting material estimating, purchasing, or sourcing activities within a manufacturing environment.
• Experience within electronics manufacturing, PCB assembly, or contract manufacturing environments preferred
• Basic knowledge of electronic components, PCB assemblies, or manufacturing materials.
• Experience utilizing ERP systems, sourcing platforms, or supply chain databases.
• Experience supporting supplier communications or sourcing analysis activities.
• Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing or continuous improvement methodologies preferred.

Key Metrics and Focus Areas

• Accuracy and completeness of material cost estimates and sourcing analysis.
• Timeliness and responsiveness supporting customer RFQs and quoting activities.
• Accuracy of BOM review, supplier pricing, and sourcing documentation.
• Effectiveness of cross-functional collaboration supporting quoting and material planning activities.
• Responsiveness to supply chain and operational support requirements.
• Participation in material estimating process improvement initiatives.
• Quality and organization of material estimating documentation and records.
• Support of quote-to-actual material analysis and sourcing trend evaluation activities.

Physical Requirements / Essential Functions

• Ability to remain seated and work at a computer workstation for extended periods.
• Ability to occasionally stand, walk, bend, reach, and lift up to 15 pounds.
• Frequent use of computers, calculators, phones, and other office equipment.
• Ability to communicate effectively in person, by phone, and through electronic communication methods.
• Ability to move throughout office and manufacturing areas as needed.
• Ability to maintain regular and reliable attendance.
• May occasionally support activities within manufacturing areas requiring compliance with PPE and safety requirements.

Physical Requirements - Typical office environment with occasional exposure to a light manufacturing environment.

Join Our Journey: If you're ready to be a part of something extraordinary, challenge the status quo, and shape the future, then we want to hear from you. Together, we'll continue to win, while we build products lives depend on.

Compensation- The Materials Quote Analyst role is an Exempt position with an annual salary. Actual compensation will be based on factors such as education, years of relevant experience, certifications, and specific technical skills in materials quoting.

Our Benefits:

• Full range of medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• HSA/FSA Options.
• PTO and Holiday Pay
• Company-paid life insurance and disability at 1 times your annual salary at no cost to you, with options to increase coverage amounts
• 401k with a company match of 50% to every dollar up to 6%
• Accident, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, and Legal Insurance optional plans
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition Reimbursements
• Opportunities to grow and excel in the Electronics Manufacturing industry at a company that values promotions and learning from within. Every day is different, challenging, and rewarding.

How to Apply: If this sounds like the perfect opportunity for you, please apply with your resume and a cover letter outlining your qualifications and why you're excited about joining Spartronics.

Spartronics is an equal opportunity Employer/Veteran/Disabled 41 CFR 60-1.4.

We comply with federal Affirmative Action guidelines in all employment opportunities for qualified employees and applicants. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds and experiences.