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Katie Stober

Financial Analyst
303 Denise Dr Palo,IA

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Desired Job Title

Principal Specialist, FP&A (Parts Pricing)Sr. Pricing Coordinator Sr Customer Account CoordinatorEngineering Project SpecialistSr Customer Account Coordinator

Work Type

Full Time

Location Preference

RemoteHybrid
Location: 303 Denise Dr Palo, IA, US
Open to relocation: No

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Work-life balanceFlexible work hoursHealthcare benefitsWork from home optionPaid time offPaid sick leave401k matchStock Options / Equity / Profit SharingCareer advancementCompany CultureTeam Building / Company RetreatsPersonal development programs

Summary

Experienced professional with a strong background in cost analysis and pricing at Collins Aerospace. Skilled in bid coordination and customer relationship management, with a proven ability to improve team efficiency. Adept in SAP administration and effective communication, leading to successful project outcomes and team collaboration.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience

Work History

Principal Specialist, FP&A (Parts Pricing)

Collins Aerospace
Cedar Rapids, USA
10.2018 - 06.2026
  • Evaluated vendor quotes and standard costs to set pricing for service parts.
  • Created annual pricing catalogs for commercial and government sectors.
  • Developed competitive pricing bids for contracts with commercial and government entities.
  • Collaborated with program managers, global service centers, and customer service representatives.
  • Supported heritage Rockwell Collins and heritage UTAS business units with service parts requests.
  • Managed Collins customer portal, ensuring timely updates to published catalogs.
  • Oversaw Spec 2000 and Aeroxchange databases, adjusting price lists as necessary.
  • Acted as pricing focal point for Richardson's out-of-production spares program.

Sr. Pricing Coordinator

Collins Aerospace
Cedar Rapids, USA
10.2016 - 10.2018
  • Supported pricing analysts by preparing cost proposals, utilizing various analytical tools.
  • Coordinated bid input with engineering teams to ensure compliance with proposal procedures.
  • Streamlined input of work breakdown structure and cost estimates into pricing system.
  • Verified completeness and accuracy of proposal data for successful submissions.
  • Requested standard and special bills of material using material pricing system.
  • Assisted in preparing electronic cost proposals for customer submission.
  • Updated cost price proposals for negotiations and fact-findings with pricing analysts.
  • Administered bid and proposal charging activities in SAP, including monthly spend reporting.

Sr Customer Account Coordinator

Collins Aerospace
Cedar Rapids, Iowa
01.2014 - 10.2016
  • Processed customer requests for quotes and orders with precision, adhering to company policies.
  • Executed critical listening and decision-making on after-hours phone lines to assess customer situations.
  • Maintained organization while multitasking in a fast-paced environment, ensuring compliance with company policy.
  • Delivered exceptional internal and external customer service through collaboration with global locations.
  • Collaborated with product support, MRP shipping service center technicians, program managers, and service parts pricing.
  • Provided backup for after-hours publications, FMS customer account administration, and credit/collections.
  • Trained new hires and developed training materials, enhancing team resource accessibility.
  • Participated in a team focused on continuous process improvement initiatives.

Engineering Project Specialist

Collins Aerospace
Cedar Rapids, USA
01.2011 - 10.2012
  • Coordinated equipment ordering and tracking for government systems engineering, ensuring timely availability to meet customer demands.
  • Monitored program schedules, action items, and financial performance to maintain project alignment.
  • Enhanced operational efficiency using SAP, Staffing Center, PDM, ClearCase, ClearQuest, Master Subversion, and Canvas.
  • Acted as Information System Security Officer in secure lab environment conducting hardware and PC audits while collaborating with security personnel.

Sr Customer Account Coordinator

Collins Aerospace
Cedar Rapids, USA
05.2007 - 01.2011
  • Processed customer requests for quotes and orders, ensuring compliance with company policies.
  • Utilized critical listening and decision-making skills to assess customer situations on after-hours calls.
  • Maintained organization while multitasking in a demanding environment to uphold company standards.
  • Delivered exceptional customer service by leveraging multiple software programs and global communication.
  • Collaborated with product support, MRP shipping technicians, program managers, and service parts pricing.
  • Acted as backup for after-hours publications, customer account administration, and credit collections.
  • Trained new hires and developed training materials to enhance team efficiency.
  • Contributed to process improvement initiatives as part of a dedicated team.

Teacher

Cedar Rapids Community School District
Cedar Rapids, USA
08.2005 - 05.2007
  • Facilitated diverse learning experiences for sixth to eighth graders, fostering engagement and academic growth.
  • Instructed below-grade-level students in reading, writing, and math, boosting standardized test scores.
  • Collaborated with special education teachers to tailor individualized learning plans for diverse needs.
  • Coordinated lesson planning, organized parent conferences, and enhanced curriculum development.
  • Participated in professional development to refine teaching strategies and optimize student outcomes.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education

University of Northern Iowa
Cedar Falls, IA
01-2003

Associate of Arts - Education

Scott Community College
Bettendorf, IA
01-2001

Skills

  • Pricing software management
  • Pricing system management
  • Pricing analytics
  • Cost proposal analysis
  • Cost analysis
  • Material pricing processes
  • Data reporting
  • Bid coordination
  • Customer relationship management
  • SAP Administration
  • Project Management
  • Effective Communication
  • Team Collaboration
  • Bid Coordination
  • Pricing strategy
  • Proposal development
  • Database management
  • Problem solving
  • Critical thinking
  • Process improvement
  • Regulatory compliance
  • Project coordination

Timeline

Principal Specialist, FP&A (Parts Pricing)

Collins Aerospace
10.2018 - 06.2026

Sr. Pricing Coordinator

Collins Aerospace
10.2016 - 10.2018

Sr Customer Account Coordinator

Collins Aerospace
01.2014 - 10.2016

Engineering Project Specialist

Collins Aerospace
01.2011 - 10.2012

Sr Customer Account Coordinator

Collins Aerospace
05.2007 - 01.2011

Teacher

Cedar Rapids Community School District
08.2005 - 05.2007

Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education

University of Northern Iowa

Associate of Arts - Education

Scott Community College

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