Terry Ritter
About Terry Ritter
Terry Ritter is a Product Cost Engineer at Navistar Inc, where he has worked since 2014. He has a background in business management and extensive experience in cost analysis and engineering roles within the company.
Work at Navistar
Terry Ritter has been employed at Navistar Inc since 2014 as a Product Cost Engineer. In this role, he is responsible for providing time-sensitive cost estimates from conceptual designs to determine list prices. Prior to his current position, he held several roles within the company, including Senior Cost Analyst Manager from 2008 to 2012 and Cost Analyst Manager from 2006 to 2008. He began his career at Navistar as a Painter/Mechanic from 1992 to 1994. His extensive experience at Navistar spans over two decades, contributing to various aspects of cost analysis and engineering.
Education and Expertise
Terry Ritter studied at Indiana Tech in Fort Wayne, IN, where he achieved an Associate of Science degree in Business Management. His educational background supports his expertise in cost analysis and engineering within the manufacturing sector. Throughout his career, he has demonstrated proficiency in supplier negotiation and problem-solving, essential skills for his roles in cost engineering and analysis.
Background
Before his current role at Navistar, Terry Ritter worked at Buchanan Hauling & Rigging as an Inside Sales representative from 2013 to 2014. This position followed his tenure at Navistar, where he gained significant experience in cost management and analysis. His career began at Navistar, where he worked in various capacities, allowing him to develop a comprehensive understanding of the company's operations and cost structures.
Achievements
During his time at Navistar, Terry Ritter coordinated a team responsible for providing cost-effective designs in a manufacturing environment. His contributions have been instrumental in enhancing the efficiency of cost estimation processes, ensuring that designs meet financial targets. His role in supplier negotiation has also played a key part in optimizing costs for the company.