Estimator
Waterlooville
Salary - Competitive
Permanent
My client specialises in the designing, manufacturing, installing, and servicing state-of-the-art, custom Smoke and Fire Curtains for a wide range of buildings.
They are currently seeking an Estimator to provide customers and distributors with accurate, technically sound, and timely quotations.
This is a full time, office-based role.
BENEFITS
* Free hot drinks
* Ample free onsite parking
* Early finish and dress-down Fridays
* Above statutory Holiday allowance plus ability to buy additional holiday
* Company social events
* Employee Assistance Programme
* Eyecare vouchers
* Cycle to work scheme
* Friendly and supportive environment
* Holistic approach to work
* Working for a company that cares about you as an individual and not just a cog in the machine
* Access to a Discounted Shopping Platform
Key Duties
* Assess Requests for Quote (RFQs) and identify suitable, compliant solutions from the available product range.
* Prepare and review quotations to ensure accuracy and completeness based on the provided information and drawings.
* Ensure quoted margins align with business agreements based on product type and target market, flagging any discrepancies for management review.
* Identify and escalate major projects for pricing evaluation by management.
* Analyse customer requirements and recommend the most relevant and cost-effective solutions for each inquiry.
* Accurately and promptly update project details in the CRM system to maintain business-wide visibility of quotations.
* Build and maintain strong relationships with repeat customers and distributors.
* Assist the Bid Manager in preparing major tenders.
* Collaborate with other departments to ensure customer needs are effectively met.
Skills & Experience
* Good knowledge of all Microsoft packages (particularly Excel)
* Excellent communication skills
* Experience in a Manufacturing environment (Desirable)
Hours
* Monday to Thursday 08:00 16:30
* Friday 08:00 14:00
* There is some flexibility with the starting time/hours
Apply now or call Lynsey at Key Recruitment for more information
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