Bodycote · 17 hours ago
Commercial Analyst
Bodycote is the world’s largest provider of thermal processing services, employing a skilled workforce globally. The Commercial Analyst role involves developing accurate and competitive quotations by analyzing technical requirements and cost drivers, while collaborating with various departments to ensure pricing aligns with company objectives.
Responsibilities
Review and analyze RFQs to understand customer requirements, specifications, volumes, delivery timelines, and applicable heat treat processes
Develop accurate, competitive quotations within established turnaround times (typically 48–72 hours) to support sales objectives
Interpret technical drawings and process requirements to ensure accurate and compliant pricing
Prepare detailed pricing calculations using Excel-based cost models aligned with established procedures for Automotive and General Industrial operations
Collaborate cross-functionally with Sales, Engineering, Operations, and Finance to gather cost inputs, validate assumptions, and resolve clarifications
Ensure all quotes comply with company pricing policies, margin targets, approval workflows, and ethical standards
Identify, assess, and document risks, constraints, and exceptions within quotations; support negotiations through alternative pricing scenarios and revisions
Maintain accurate quote records, revisions, and RFQ activity within Salesforce to support reporting, forecasting, and pipeline management
Track quote volumes, win/loss results, and sales dollars by job and plant to assist with forecasting and sales follow-up
Participate in continuous improvement initiatives, ad hoc projects, and maintain professionalism, fiscal responsibility, and adherence to company policies and procedures
Qualification
Required
This position must satisfy ITAR compliance requirements; therefore, candidates must be U.S. Citizens or Permanent Resident Card Holders
4-year college degree in Finance, Sales & Marketing, Metallurgy/Material Science, or equivalent experience
Minimum 2 - 5 years of quoting experience
Must be capable of interpreting blueprints and specifications
Proficiency in oral and written communication for interfacing with top management levels, various plant personnel, and the sales team. Demonstrated ability for attention to detail and accuracy of work
Must possess advanced excel skill and have a high degree of understanding of basic math and algebraic functions
Must demonstrate the ability to read, write, and communicate in the English language
Must be able to work in a sitting position for extended periods of time (at a desk, while driving, and/or on airplane travel) in an office/industrial environment
Manual dexterity to perform data entry functions
Ability to bend, pull, stoop, and reach to perform functions
Ability to lift 35 lbs
May be exposed to heat, fumes, noise, and humidity, etc
Must have the cognitive and mental capacity to perform essential job functions
Must be able to communicate effectively orally and in writing
Visual acuity to read documents, computer screens, files, etc
Ability to hear in person and via phone
Company
Bodycote
Bodycote is an engineering company that specializes in thermal processing services with 180 locations in 23 countries.
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
unknown1972-01-28IPO
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