Cost Estimator

Aston Carter
📍 Dearborn, MI, United States 💼 Full-time 🕒 Posted June 10, 2026

Job Description

Cost Estimator – Automotive Service Parts
Job Description
The Cost Estimator plays a critical role in the automotive service parts supply chain by ensuring cost integrity and maximizing profitability through data-driven pricing strategies and should-cost models. This position combines technical manufacturing knowledge, financial and pricing expertise, and advanced data analysis skills to support low-volume automotive service environments. The role acts as a consultant to internal purchasing teams and external suppliers, justifying cost adjustments and aligning pricing decisions with broader financial goals in a dynamic global market.
Responsibilities

+ Evaluate and validate automotive supplier part pricing, tooling, packaging, and contract requests, with a specific focus on low-volume service requirements.

+ Develop, maintain, and refine should-cost estimates to establish baselines for supplier negotiations and long-range financial planning.

+ Assess...

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Job Details

  • Location Dearborn, MI
  • Job Type Full-time
  • Category other-general
  • Posted Date June 10, 2026
  • Application Deadline June 15, 2026