SALES ESTIMATOR | LEICESTER
£28,000 – £30,000 per annum (depending on experience)
Full-time or part-time hours considered | Temp-to-Perm
Do you have estimating experience in a precision engineering or manufacturing environment?
Are you confident interpreting technical drawings, producing accurate quotations, and developing strong commercial relationships?
Are you looking to join a growing company delivering high-quality, bespoke machined components across the UK and internationally?
Major Recruitment are recruiting for a Sales Estimator to join a long-established and expanding precision engineering business based in Leicester. This is a varied, commercially focused role that will see you dealing daily with estimating enquiries while also developing and building new customer accounts.
* 37.5 hours, Monday to Friday
* The company is also open to applicants seeking part-time hours (e.g. 09:00 – 15:00, Monday to Friday)
* £28,000 – £30,000 per annum, depending on experience
* Temp-to-Perm
Daily Requirements:
* Estimating Responsibilities
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Create accurate quotations using CNC manufacturing knowledge and customer drawings
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Ensure all customer requirements are clearly understood and communicated to internal teams
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Perform contract reviews on successful quotes, confirming correct price, revision level and quantities
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Input confirmed data into internal systems including Master Price List
Commercial Responsibilities
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Act as first point of contact for customer enquiries (technical and commercial)
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Develop new customer accounts and strengthen existing relationships
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Schedule Commercial Manager's visits to clients as needed
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Coordinate with planning, production control and engineering departments
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Confirm capacity and lead times are aligned with customer expectations
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Maintain internal databases and ensure information is accurate and up to date
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Follow internal company procedures and support with ad hoc tasks as required
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Ensure full compliance with company Health & Safety and operational policies
About You – Essential Experience & Skills
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Minimum 5 years' experience in a manufacturing or precision engineering environment
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Proven experience in estimating, sales, or commercial engineering roles
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HND in Mechanical Engineering or a recognised engineering apprenticeship is desirable
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Proficient in Microsoft Excel (including formulas), Word and Outlook
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Confident communicator (written and verbal), fluent in English, with a professional telephone manner
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Organised, self-starting team player with the ability to manage and prioritise a busy workload
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Strong attention to detail and commercial awareness
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Must be eligible to work in the UK (no sponsorship available)
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Lives within a commutable distance to Leicester
Ready to take the next step in your career? Apply today