Job Title: Estimator/Buyer
Location: Loughborough
Salary: �30k - �35k (DOE)
Job Type: Full Time / Permanent- Monday-Friday
My client is an established Manufacturing Business that provide, Retail solutions for Point of Sale and Point of Purchase. They work with Major clients that you'd regularly see on the high street. The work they do is diverse and exciting with a real understanding of their client's vision on how you perceive their Brand.
In recognition of their UK presence, strong brand and continued growth, we're recruiting for an Office Based Estimator to join their vibrant team.
This is an exciting opportunity for an individual with experience in estimating. You'll be working independently, however, be an integral part of the team to ensure all the customer requirements are interpreted and translated correctly. You will be responsible for receiving enquiries and submitting quotations to the sales team within short lead-times and purchasing raw materials for production jobs as well as ensuring goods are received within the required timelines.
The Role:
Receive and process client orders, provide technical advice and estimates ensuring expectations are met
Manage time and workload, effective costing of manufacture processing
Advise Clients of better or alternative solutions
Populate estimate forms ahead of conversion
Convert enquiries into orders
Sales administration and produce daily sales updates
Maintain and grow client relationships
Ensure paperwork is accurate, to a high standard and easily accessible for the internal teams
Attend meetings, training and team briefings as required
Be punctual - and adopt a flexible approach to working hours
Manage, track and process all projects
Manage supplier relationships and be a strong negotiator on prices
The Candidate
Have excellent communication skills - written and verbal
Excellent attention to detail
Self-driven and motivated to succeed
Previous experience in estimating and purchasing within the metal, joinery and acrylic fabrication industry
In-depth knowledge of various materials and production processes
Thorough knowledge of estimating processes
Work accurately with detailed information
Possess excellent IT skills
Manage time constraints effectively and be a natural forward planner
An eye for detail and analytical
Ability to read production drawings