Technical Sales Estimator
Job Description
Job title: Technical Sales Estimator
Company: Recra Consulting
Job description: Recra is working in partnership with an established fabrication/sheet metal company that manufactures a broad range of products and they specialise in all aspects of welding and fabrications. Our client is looking to add a Technical Sales Estimator to their team in Coventry.The Technical Estimator Role:
The Technical Sales Estimator will have a great understanding of engineering and fabrication with the ability to read and work to complex engineering drawings. Experience in sales and estimating in a subcontract manufacturing environment is a must, mainly in the following areas: laser cutting, folding, welding & fabrication. Excellent numeracy and literacy skills are required, along with being competent in basic PC packages and programs. Experience with an MRP/ERP system will be advantageous. Full training will be given on current systems and processes.Daily duties will include:
- Preparing cost budgets and estimates for new contracts.
- Maintaining and improving current customer contracts and relationships, whilst also developing new ones.
- Adhering to company standards and guidelines when analysing and providing estimations; focus on maximising profit and customer satisfaction, while minimising any potential risks to the company.
- Working closely with management to help with development, innovation, and creativity on client projects.
- Keeping detailed records of all estimation documentation, including site assessments and contract terms; updating any existing contracts immediately upon agreement of new terms with clients.
- Preparing and submitting financial documents when required.
- Balancing multiple proposals and estimations at once, ensuring each reaches the client by the deadline.
- Liaising with other company departments to maintain business development and continuously innovate new profitable outcomes. This will include being part of production meetings when required.
- Attending weekly sales meetings with the sales manager to set achievable targets and goals.
- Visiting customers when required to generate new business and keep relationships between parties.
The successful candidate will receive full product and ongoing training and will join a motivated sales team with a proven track record in meeting and exceeding targets.Technical Estimator Skills and Qualifications:
- Experience in the Industry.
- Ability to work in a team environment.
- A keen eye for detail.
- Strong Customer-Facing Skills.
- Sales, Customer Service.
- Self-Management.
- Initiative.
- Ability to Manage Workloads.
- Timely.
- Self-Motivating.
- Excellent Verbal and Written Communication skills.
- Problem Solving.
- Strong Math Skills.
- Networking.
- Valid Driver’s License.
- Ability to Visit Client Sites.
Hours of work:
- Monday to Thursday 7.15 am to 16.30 pm.
- Friday 7.15 am to 12.15 pm.
Technical Estimator Benefits:
- Bonuses available.
- 30 days holiday plus B/H.
If you are interested in this opportunity please contact Charlotte @RecraConsulting.About Recra Consulting:At RECRA, we have a drive and passion to establish and build long lasting relationships. We are different to other agencies as we commit ourselves to working in and outside of office hours to ensure we are proactively finding the best talent on the market. Its our candidates that define RECRA with strong referencing provided with any candidates we represent to ensure we only work and represent the best. We work closely with our candidates and through various interviewing techniques and relationship building we can really find out what make them tick. What’s been missing from previous roles and what is really key in the next role. Our client relationships are ones that are built on honesty, transparency and dedication. We are committed to fully understanding the in’s and out’s of a business, finding out why people love working there and the type of people that will nourish in their environment. RECRA have a strong ethical approach to recruitment and really engage with candidates and clients to ensure a congenial connection.
Expected salary: £34000 – 42000 per year
Location: Coventry
