Bids and Costing Manager - Jobs in Winnipeg Manitoba

Job Description

BIDS AND COSTING MANAGERWINNIPEG, MB, CANADAHybrid, Full-timeNew Flyer is North America’s heavy-duty transit bus leader, providing sustainable mobility solutions through transit buses, technology, and infrastructure. New Flyer is a subsidiary of NFI Group, a leading independent bus and coach manufacturer and a leader in electric mass mobility solutions. Building on its 90+ year legacy of innovation, New Flyer is the only manufacturer offering all three types of zero-emission transit buses, with over 1,900 zero-emission buses delivered to date. Proudly serving all 25 of the largest transit agencies in North America, New Flyer actively supports over 35,000 heavy-duty transit buses currently operated by approximately 500 agencies. POSITION SUMMARY: We’re seeking a finance or accounting professional to lead our Bids and Costing team; a high-visibility group responsible for analyzing, validating, and managing cost structures tied to multi-million-dollar transit bus contracts. As Bids and Costing Manager, you’ll bridge finance and supply chain by driving accurate material costing for bids and change orders, supporting margin analysis, and ensuring compliance with cost-related contract requirements. This is a key leadership role that reports into Sourcing and works closely with Finance, Sales, Procurement, and Engineering. We welcome applicants with CPA designations and strong cost accounting or financial analysis backgrounds who are looking to apply their skills in a dynamic manufacturing environment.WHAT YOU WILL DO:

• Lead the Bids and Costing team, overseeing financial validation and support for bid pricing, customer change requests, and special contract cost obligations
• Ensure costing accuracy and consistency across all bids, options, and Sales Requested Contract Revisions (SRCRs)
• Analyze build margin performance against bid targets, working with cross-functional teams to address cost variances and risk
• Act as the Sourcing representative in strategy meetings for Bids and Options, bringing a financial lens to discussions
• Coordinate cost estimates and inflation assumptions with component suppliers and the Strategic Sourcing team
• Prepare material cost summaries and costing bridges for senior leadership review, highlighting risks, inflation assumptions, and supplier-specific impacts
• Support Finance with the reporting and analysis of contract margins, and help explain variances from bid-level expectations
• Manage compliance reporting and documentation for contract-specific obligations such as Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) goals and New York State Content
• Monitor and report on Reference Bus cost trends to inform future bid strategies
• Uphold strong internal controls (ICFR) and ensure accurate, auditable financial processes are followed

RequirementsWHAT YOU NEED TO BE SUCCESSFUL:

• A university degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field
• CPA designation (or in progress) is strongly preferred
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in financial analysis, cost accounting, or finance roles supporting manufacturing or supply chain
• Experience working with procurement, sourcing, or operations teams is a strong asset
• Strong analytical skills, business acumen, and a deep understanding of cost drivers in complex environments
• Advanced proficiency in Excel and familiarity with ERP systems
• Excellent organizational and leadership skills with a process-oriented mindset
• Experience preparing and analyzing financial reports for senior stakeholders

BenefitsWHY JOIN US:

• Be a part of a team leading the world’s electrification of mass mobility
• Competitive Wages and comprehensive benefit package with Immediate benefit eligibility
• Paid holidays and vacation
• Registered pension plan with generous company match
• Passionate about creating a better product, a better workplace, and a better world
• Inclusive workplace culture that values and empowers team members.
• On-the-job training in a continuous learning environment (we’ve invested 10.9 million in 2023)
• Advancement opportunities within our family of companies

NFI Group | We Move People - YouTubeNew Flyer is an equal opportunity employer.We celebrate diversity, ensure equitable experiences and are committed to creating an inclusive environment reflective of the communities we operate. Accommodations are available at all stages of the recruitment process, at the candidates’ request.NFI Group is a leading independent global bus manufacturer providing a comprehensive suite of mass transportation solutions.News and information are available at www.nfigroup.com, www.newflyer.com, www.mcicoach.com, www.arbocsv.com, www.alexander-dennis.com, www.carfaircomposites.com and www.nfi.parts.