Materials & Pricing Estimator — Hybrid Work & Growth

Leonardo DRS; Bedford (Ville); Hybrid; CAD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work after probation

Flexible hours

Wellness program

RRSP with matching

Job summary

DRS Pivotal Power, Inc. is seeking an Estimator to support the Supply Chain team by obtaining and analyzing vendor quotations, evaluating material costs, and providing pricing recommendations to support competitive bids.

This role requires strong cost analysis skills and collaboration with Business Development and other internal stakeholders. Based in Bedford, NS, the Estimator will monitor market trends, assist in risk mitigation, and ensure pricing accuracy and timeliness in bid responses.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or diploma in SCM, business, finance or engineering preferred.
• 2–4 years in material estimating, procurement, or cost analysis.
• Experience obtaining and evaluating vendor quotations.
• Strong analytical skills for cost assessment and recommendations.

Responsibilities

• Obtain vendor quotations for materials and components for proposals and bids.
• Analyze supplier pricing, lead times, terms and other factors to determine best value.
• Review material costs to support bid and proposal development.
• Collaborate with Business Development for pricing input during bids.
• Develop pricing recommendations from bid competitiveness and supply chain perspective.
• Compare quotes from multiple vendors and identify cost-saving opportunities.

Skills

Cost analysis

Vendor quotations

Excel proficiency

ERP/MRP familiarity

Communication

Education

Diploma/degree in SCM or related field

Tools

ERP/MRP systems

Job description

DRS Pivotal Power, Inc. is seeking an Estimator to support the Supply Chain team by obtaining and analyzing vendor quotations, evaluating material costs, and providing pricing recommendations to support competitive bids.

This role requires strong cost analysis skills and collaboration with Business Development and other internal stakeholders. Based in Bedford, NS, the Estimator will monitor market trends, assist in risk mitigation, and ensure pricing accuracy and timeliness in bid responses.