Senior Manager, Cost Estimation

Dover Food Retail (DFR) is a leading manufacturer of Display Cases, Specialty Products, Refrigeration Systems, Power Systems and Comprehensive Services; and leading our industry by Innovating What’s Next in glass doors and intelligent merchandising technologies that keep food safe under brands such as HillPhoenix and Anthony.

DFR is part of the Refrigeration and Food Equipment segment of the Dover Corporation® (NYSE: DOV). Dover is a diversified global manufacturer with annual revenues in excess of $7 billion.

DFR is built on creativity and customer-centric innovation delivered by people invigorated by a strong sense of responsibility to help our customers win in their marketplaces. The relationships we build with our customers are as important to our success as the products we manufacture. This collaborative environment delivers FRESH THINKING, reassuring our customers that they choose the best when they choose to work with the people of Dover Food Retail.

Job Title:        Senior Manager, Cost Estimation

Location:         Conyers, GA

What we’re looking for:

We are looking for a senior manager level professional to join our finance team to prepare cost estimates, capacity analysis, product cost breakdowns, and profit and loss statements for new products. Estimator will work independently or as part of a team to create quick accurate estimates based on known product attributes.. Estimator will be key business partner for product management/ Operations / Engineering and senior management.  In addition, cost estimator will work cross functionally to support DTV activity, localization studies, make vs buy analysis, as well as other ad-hoc analysis to support the business.

What you’ll be responsible for in this role:

- Accurate and complete cost estimates delivered on time.
- Accurate and abundant documentation of cost and product assumptions from quote inception to launch, including production post audits.
- Establish preferred business partner relationships with stake holders.
- Document product and cost assumptions for use in negotiations with customers and to communicate requirements to product teams after award of projects.
- Estimate cycle time to manufacture parts.
- Estimate labor and overhead cost to manufacture parts.
- Estimate material consumption to manufacture parts.
- Estimate material costs to manufacture parts.
- Estimate mold tooling costs to manufacture parts.
- Estimate assembly tools and assembly line costs to manufacture parts, supporting capital requests.
- Estimate product development cycle costs to bring products to market.
- Prepares financial models documenting costs at various manufacturing locations.
- Prepare cost estimates, capacity analysis, profit and loss statements for new and existing products.
- Documents the technical and cost aspects of quotes at each level of negotiation or design change.
- Updates financial models for changes in scope from original estimates.
- Reviews product drawings and preliminary sample parts to verify costs.
- Understands the function and technical requirements of products
- Experience autonomously estimating high dollar/ high risk projects.
- Other duties as assigned.

What are the basic qualifications?

- Bachelor’s Degree in Finance or Engineering.
- 10+ years of Cost Estimation experience in a complex manufacturing environment.
- 5+ years of experience leading teams.

What are the preferred qualifications?

- Lean manufacturing experience.
- Working knowledge of costing tools & ERP systems such as Oracle.

To be a great fit for the role:

- Demonstrated ability to work cross functionally in a fast paced work environment.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently and multitask.
- Accurate, timely cost estimates that support competitive quoting and informed decision making
- Strong cross functional partnership and credibility with Engineering and PM teams
- Improved cost transparency, speed, and consistency across the quote and project lifecycle
- Lead, coach, and develop team members
- Financial & analytical acumen
- Structured problem solving
- Business partnership mindset
- Attention to detail with a focus on accuracy
- Continuous improvement orientation
- Action oriented with a strong ownership mindset
- Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously

How We Define Our Values and Why You Should Join Our Team:

The backbone behind our collection of outstanding businesses is a team of dedicated employees who protect and enhance our valued reputation for quality and delivering what we promise. It’s our values that define Dover to all of our key audiences: our shareholders, customers, prospective employees and especially to ourselves.

These values must be expressed in our work and embody our actions, as they form the basis by which we do our jobs, make decisions and measure our performance. It’s our unwavering commitment to maintaining our values that defines who we are as a Company.

Collaborative Entrepreneurial Spirit

Winning Through Customers

Respects and Values People

Expectations for Results

High Ethical Standards, Openness, and Trust

What’s in it for you?

Medical, Dental, and Vision

401k Retirement Plan

Flexible Spending

Paid Holidays

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This position is eligible to earn a discretionary bonus based on performance metrics and other criteria outlined in our applicable bonus plan.

We consider several job-related, non-discriminatory factors when determining the pay rate for a position, including, but not limited to, the position’s responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, a candidate’s education/training, the position’s location, and the key skills needed for the position. Pay is one of the Total Rewards that we provide to compensate and recognize employees for their work.




The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the Company.

Dover Food Retail is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, genetic information, or any other factors prohibited by law.

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