Full-Time Regular
Advanced Technology Facilities
Submission for the position: Pricing Analyst Specialist - (Job Number: INT00024L)
https://jacobs.taleo.net/careersection/jobdetail.ftl?job=INT00024L&lang=en
Pricing Analyst Specialist
FUNCTION OF POSITION
Develops and executes the Aerospace & Technology cost analysis process to achieve key business
objectives; develops, maintains, and advances pricing approaches and methodologies in alignment with
the organization’s strategic business plan.
CORE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
• Analyzes solicitation requirements to develop and effectively communicate compliant pricing strategies consistent with the goals and objectives established by proposal and business executives.
• Leads the preparation of high-quality cost proposals; advocating necessary improvements and ensuring compliance with Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR), Defense Federal Acquisition Regulations (DFAR), Truth-in-Negotiation (TINA), Cost Accounting Standards (CAS), applicable Cost Disclosure Statement (CDS), and all relevant RFP forms, representations, certifications.
• Identify and implement process improvements to ensure Estimating System and DCMA/DCAA regulatory compliance, as well as to streamline the interface with operations.
• Acts as the primary interface with DCAA/DCMA during proposal and cost estimating system audits, supporting customer evaluation/fact-finding, and negotiations.
• Familiarity with Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR), Truth-in-Negotiation Act (TINA), Fair Labor
• Standards Act (FLSA), Cost Accounting Standards (CAS), DCMA and DCAA auditing principles.
• Familiarity with pricing requirements for a variety of contract vehicles (e.g., Labor Hour, Cost Plus, Time and Material, Firm Fixed Price).
• Interface with subcontractor partners to communicate pricing strategy, procurement requirements, and instructions for a timely and compliant subcontractor pricing submission.
• Advances and fosters positive team and client relationships.
• May be responsible for resource allocation, productivity, expense levels, and asset management.
• May provide leadership for other Pricing Analysts and/or proposal team personnel.
• Implements quality, safety, and BeyondZero program to promote an incident and injury free culture
Attributes-
Thought-
• Business Insight – Knows how businesses work and how organizations make money. Keeps up with current and possible future policies, practices, and trends in the organization, with the competition, and in the marketplace. Uses knowledge of business drivers and how strategies and tactics play out in the market to guide actions.
• Customer Focus – Gains insight into customer needs. Identifies opportunities that benefit the customer. Builds and delivers solutions that meet customer expectations. Establishes and maintains effective customer relationships.
• Strategic Mindset – Anticipates future trends and implications accurately. Readily poses future scenarios. Articulates credible pictures and visions of possibilities that will create sustainable value. Creates competitive and breakthrough strategies that show a clear connection between vision and action.
• Financial Acumen – Understands the meaning and implications of key financial indicators. Uses financial analysis to generate, evaluate, and act on strategic options and opportunities. Integrates quantitative and qualitative information to draw accurate conclusions.
• Manages Complexity – Asks the right questions to accurately analyze situations. Acquires data from multiple and diverse sources when solving problems. Uncovers root causes to difficult problems. Evaluates pros and cons, risks, and benefits of different solution options
People-
• Communicates Effectively – Is effective in a variety of communication settings: one-on-one, small and large groups, or among diverse styles and position levels. Attentively listens to others. Adjusts to fit the audience and the message. Provides timely and helpful information to others across the organization. Encourages the open expression of diverse ideas and opinions.
• Interpersonal Savvy – Relates comfortably with people across levels, functions, culture, and geography. Acts with diplomacy and tact. Builds rapport in an open, friendly, and accepting way. Builds constructive relationships with people both similar and different to self. Picks up on interpersonal and group dynamics.
• Drives Purpose & Vision – Talks about future possibilities in a positive way. Creates milestones and symbols to rally support behind the vision. Articulates the vision in a way everyone can relate to. Creates organization-wide energy and optimism for the future. Shows personal commitment to the vision.
• Attracts Top Talent – Attracts and selects diverse and high caliber talent. Finds the right talent to meet the group’s needs. Closes talent gaps with the right balance of internal and external candidates. Is a good judge of talent.
• Builds Networks – Build strong formal and informal networks. Maintains relationships across a variety of functions and locations. Draws on multiple relationships to exchange ideas, resources, and know-how.
• Drives Results – Has a strong bottom-line orientation. Persists in accomplishing objectives despite obstacles and setbacks. Has a track record of exceeding goals successful. Pushes self and helps others achieve results.
• Resourcefulness – Marshals resources (people, funding, material, support) to get things done. Orchestrates multiple activities simultaneously to accomplish a goal. Gets the most out of limited resources. Applies knowledge of internal structures, processes, and culture to resourcing efforts.
• Being Resilient – Is confident under pressure. Handles and manages crises effectively. Maintains a positive attitude despite adversity. Bounces back from setbacks. Grows from hardship and negative experiences.
• Instills Trust – Follows through on commitments. Is seen as direct and truthful. Keeps confidences. Practices what he/she preaches. Shows consistency between words and actions.
• Manages Ambiguity – Deals comfortably with the uncertainty of change. Effectively handles risk. Can decide and act without the total picture. Is calm and productive, even when things are up in the air. Deals constructively with problems that do not have clear solutions or outcomes.
Education and Experience: BS/BA degree and eight (8) years related experience; additional
education may be substituted for experience.
• Technical: Must possess a full understanding with working knowledge of the complete cost analysis process.  Additionally, candidate must have advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly with MS Excel, and demonstrated leadership skills, as evidenced by prior supervisory experience.
• Language: Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English (and other languages, as applicable)
• Other: Work may be required after hours and on weekends, and sometimes on short notice.  Must be willing and able to travel.
• Minimum of a Secret Clearance required.
Essential Functions
Physical Requirements
Requires sitting for extended periods of time at a desk (90%). Requires sitting at a computer terminal for long periods of time (90%). There is a possibility that due to parking availability and location of work area walking moderate to long distances can sometimes be required.
Work Environment
Inside office/cubicle environment. Requires ability to interact professionally with co-workers and all levels of management (100%).
Equipment and Machines
Requires ability to operate a personal computer, a telephone, copier, and other general office equipment (100%). Ability to conduct evaluation of third and fourth generation or current state of the art computer hardware and software and its ability to support specific requirements, interfacing with other equipment and systems.
Attendance
Attendance is critical. Work hours are normally 8 hours per day and 5 days per week, Monday through Friday. Being prompt is important to provide continuous and on-going service to customers. Attendance is important to maintain continuity of service. Work outside of normal duty hours may be required with as little as one hour advance notice. Overtime is infrequent, but important when required (1%).
Other Essential Functions
Must be able to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing. Must be able to interface with individuals at all levels of the organization. Must be able to obtain unescorted access to work areas. Grooming and dress must be appropriate for the position and must not impose a safety risk/hazard to the employee or others.
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United States-Florida-Tampa-20315-MKEN
Apr 27, 2021, 6:19:00 PM
Accounting/Finance
Experienced
20315-MKEN (TR-MKEN)
5401 West Kennedy Blvd
Suite 900
Tampa , 33609
20315-MKEN
5401 West Kennedy Blvd
Location(s): United States-Florida-Tampa-20315-MKEN Job Type: Experienced