Cost modeling leader, proficient in developing complex automotive cost models that are used to quote new business to customers, negotiate supplier prices at the time of sourcing, and achieve cost savings on current production components. Experienced working in a wide variety of organizations, from OEMs to multinational Tier 1 suppliers to automotive start-ups.• Cost Modeled all commodities within Lear Seating in North America (over $1.0 billion in controllable spend)• Led and developed off-shore cost engineering team• Utilized should cost models to estimate supplier prices used to prepare customer RFQs• Featured speaker at the inaugural Automotive Cost Engineering Conference• Visited over 50 factories to observe manufacturing processes and develop accurate cost models