Are you an experienced Commercial Manager from either a packaging or manufacturing environment, with experience in estimating? This is a fantastic opportunity to develop your career with a worldwide packaging business.
BASIC SALARY:
GBP40,000 - GBP45,000
BENEFITS:
* Contributory Pension
* 25 days holidays plus Stats
LOCATION:
South Wales
COMMUTABLE LOCATIONS:
Swansea, Cardiff, Newport, Neath, Port Talbot, Llanelli, Bridgend
JOB DESCRIPTION:
Commercial Manager Estimator, Commercial Lead, Estimating Manager, Technical Sales Estimator, Commercial Estimator - Packaging, Pallets, Packaging Solutions
As our Commercial Lead, you will be responsible for managing the estimation functions, focusing on creating accurate and cost-effective quotations, overseeing quality and compliance, and driving continuous improvement initiatives.
This role includes identifying new market opportunities, fostering team collaboration, and ensuring compliance with safety, quality, and regulatory standards. The Commercial Lead combines strategic thinking with hands-on management to deliver solutions and support company growth.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
* Oversee the design and estimation process, ensuring accurate cost estimates for all products.
* Prepare professional and timely estimates and quotations, maintaining high standards of customer service and accuracy.
* Analyse production processes, lead times, and material costs to enhance estimation accuracy and cost effectiveness.
* Engage with customers to understand their requirements, provide consultative advice, and ensure solutions meet expectations.
* Lead, mentor, and develop the estimation team, fostering a high-performing environment.
* Set team goals, monitor performance, and implement development plans.
* Liaise with suppliers to obtain accurate pricing for outsourced materials and components.
* Continuously assess and improve estimation and design processes.
* Document all estimates, quotations, and relevant correspondence for records.
PERSON SPECIFICATION:
Proven experience in estimating management within packaging or manufacturing. Strong understanding of ISO9000, Lean, 5S. Experience in market research, business development, leadership, estimation software, and project management. Excellent interpersonal skills.
This role offers significant opportunities for career development within a growing, multinational company with ambitious growth plans.
THE COMPANY:
Part of a global network with over 170 locations worldwide, delivering high-quality packaging solutions including Heavy Duty, Corrugated, timber, plastics, foams, and steels.
PROSPECTS:
Join a large multinational with a policy of internal promotion, offering challenging and rewarding career development, mentoring, and training.
IDEAL CANDIDATE:
Likely candidates include roles such as Commercial Manager, Estimator, Estimating Manager, or similar in packaging or manufacturing sectors.
INTERESTED?
Please click apply. You will receive an acknowledgment of your application.
INCLUSION:
Wallace Hind Selection and our client embrace diversity, champion equality, and foster inclusion.
NOTE:
Applications directly to the client will be forwarded to us, as we are the retained recruitment partner.
REF:
IP18153, Wallace Hind Selection
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